Lifeguard - Haverford Area YMCA

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Havertown (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Flexible schedule

Child care discounts

Future planning benefits

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking Lifeguards aged 16+ to supervise pools and ensure guest safety at our facilities in Havertown. This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a commitment to water safety while providing valuable youth development experience.

As a Lifeguard, you may earn a free YMCA membership and enjoy flexible schedules, plus discounts on child care and summer programs as part of our community-focused nonprofit. Training and certification support are available.

Qualifications

• Age 16+
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course
• Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

lifeguard

communication

leadership

responsibility

safety

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

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

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.