Lifeguard - Gahanna YMCA

YMCA of Central Ohio; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Lifeguard where you will develop lifelong safety and leadership skills while ensuring the safety of pool patrons. This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work with diverse teams, making a positive impact on the community. With no prior experience required, you will receive paid training and gain valuable skills that can lead to career growth. If you're passionate about saving lives and fostering a safe environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

FREE YMCA Family Membership

Paid Lifeguard Training

Discounted Programming

Career Growth Opportunities

Flexible Hours

Work with Diverse Teams

Impact the Community

Gain Leadership Experience

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years or older and able to maintain lifeguard certification.
• Comfortable in and around water with strong swimming skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of pool patrons at all times.
• Enforce rules courteously and respond to emergencies immediately.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Emergency Response

Swimming Skills

Communication

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

YMCA of Central Ohio Lifeguard

Hourly Rate: $14

Flexible hours available

NO experience required

Benefits:

• FREE YMCA Family Membership
• Paid lifeguard training
• Discounted programming
• Career growth opportunities
• Work with diverse teams
• Flexible hours
• Impact the community
• Save lives
• Gain leadership experience

Develop lifelong safety and leadership skills

Duties include:

1. Maintains safety and security of the pool and its patrons at all times.
2. Rules are explained and enforced in a courteous, professional, and firm manner.
3. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately.
4. Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants and other staff.
5. Performs chemical testing, as required.
6. Participates in emergency drills and in-service to the level in which staff have been trained.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Ability to maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• Ability to work with a diverse population including children.
• Comfort in and around water.
• Must pass a background check (18 years of age or older).
• Must pass a pre-employment skill check:
• 300 Yard Swim
• 2 minute water tread
• Timed submerged brick retrieval