Lifeguard Instructor HY - PT

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a progressive nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities as a Community Safety/Lifeguard Instructor. This role offers an exciting opportunity to teach essential lifeguarding and life-saving skills to community members and staff. You will ensure a safe and engaging environment while promoting health and social responsibility. As part of a vibrant association, you will contribute to the YMCA's mission and enjoy benefits like free membership access and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference and empowering others, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA

10% Discount on most programming

Access to retirement programs

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive community and Employee Resource Networks

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and certified as a Lifeguard Instructor.
• Experience in teaching American Red Cross training classes is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach lifeguard training and CPR/AED classes to community members.
• Create a safe atmosphere and respond to emergencies as per YMCA policies.

Skills

Lifeguarding

CPR/AED

First Aid

Teaching

Emergency Response

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the Team of a progressive YMCA association located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: gscymca.org

Hillsborough YMCA is seeking a Community Safety/Lifeguard Instructor to teach the American Red Cross lifeguarding course to our community members and staff. Our lifeguard instructors help participants to achieve their goals in feeling confident with lifeguarding and life-saving skills.

Hours: Varies based upon number of class offerings

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Teaches potential lifeguards to the Red Cross standard and evaluates the objectives of each rescue and CPR. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

1. You will teach the following classes:

• Lifeguard training (full classes)
• Lifeguard review
• Oxygen (not mandatory)
• CPR/AED and First Aid

General Functions:

• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Maintains a safe, instructional, and supportive environment.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities, ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries.

Other Duties:

• Arrives to work five (5) minutes before shift starts.
• Wears appropriate and professional uniform/attire.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum age of 18.
2. Must be an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor to include CPR/AED/First Aid/Oxygen (Oxygen not mandatory).
3. Must have experience teaching American Red Cross training classes.

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug-free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.