Lifeguard: Flexible Hours + Free YMCA Membership

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Membership

Flexible Shifts

Discounts on Camps

Career Growth

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking lifeguards who are 16 years or older and passionate about water safety. You will help keep all pool participants safe, demonstrate leadership, and communicate effectively with staff and members.

Join our team to gain valuable skills, enjoy flexible shifts, and contribute to a nonprofit that strengthens the community. YMCA membership benefits and growth opportunities are featured in this role.

Qualifications

• Age 16+ required.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course.
• Strong swim skills and commitment to safety around water.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and surveillance of all pool participants.
• Apply organizational safety procedures for pool deck and aquatic areas.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Responsibility

Swim skills

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Love swimming and working at the pool? We got you.

We are looking for individuals age 16+ to serve as lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime!

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!

• Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird!

• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job as our Lifeguard:

• Age 16+

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course

• Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills

The responsibilities we will trust you as our Lifeguard:

• Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants

• Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures for the pool deck and aquatic areas

• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing leadership team

• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA

• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you!

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