Lifeguard: Pool Safety & Rescue Pro

Ymca-of-Greater-Brandywine; West Grove (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Babysitting during work

Program discounts

Retirement contribution

403B plan

EAP

Education reimbursement

Tuition discounts

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking a lifeguard to guard all aquatic facilities, enforce policies, and ensure member safety. The role requires Ellis & Associates certification, CPR/First Aid, and ongoing in-service training; shifts include early mornings and coverage across branches.

Benefits include extensive insurance, retirement options, and education reimbursement. The Lifeguard must actively scan, respond to drills, and maintain a vigilant presence while providing a welcoming, rule-driven

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Active lifeguard certification from Ellis & Associates.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, AED, and Blood borne Pathogens training.
• Complete required monthly in-service hours and ongoing trainings.
• Maintain certifications within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Actively scan assigned zone every 10 seconds and rotate every 30 minutes.
• Guard the pool area from elevated chair or edge position with proper stance.
• Follow 5 Minute Strategy; reposition every five minutes.
• Close pool if unsafe and alert supervisor per policy.
• Enforce pool rules with courtesy and fairness and assist with facility cleanliness.

Education

Lifeguard certification (Ellis & Associates)

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid

Oxygen Administration

AED

Blood borne Pathogens

Job description

YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking a lifeguard to guard all aquatic facilities, enforce policies, and ensure member safety. The role requires Ellis & Associates certification, CPR/First Aid, and ongoing in-service training; shifts include early mornings and coverage across branches.

Benefits include extensive insurance, retirement options, and education reimbursement. The Lifeguard must actively scan, respond to drills, and maintain a vigilant presence while providing a welcoming, rule-driven