Lifeguard - Safe Waters, Community Impact (Part-Time)

YMCA of Greenville; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Free individual Y membership

75% membership upgrade discount

50% program discounts

12% retirement contribution

403b retirement plan

Free lifeguard certification

Job summary

YMCA of Greenville is hiring a part-time Lifeguard to maintain a safe pool environment and enforce water safety policies in our aquatics area. You will respond to emergencies, administer first aid, CPR and AED as needed, and provide excellent service to members and guests.

We offer free lifeguard certification for staff, plus benefits like a free YMCA membership, program discounts, and retirement contributions. Join a mission-driven team focused on youth development and healthy living.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15.
• Current Lifeguard Certification - American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard or be able to gain certification within 60 days of employment.
• CPR, First Aid, & AED Certification.
• Demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate and enforce policies and procedures to members, program participants, and guests.
• Ability to react quickly and properly in emergency situations.
• Complete New Staff Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Blood Bourne Pathogen training within first 30-days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Being “rescue ready” and maintains active surveillance to ensure safety of the pool and aquatics area.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies. Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area to ensure a safe working environment and be able to answer customer questions.
• Knows and able to perform all emergency procedures and immediately responds to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; accurately completes related reports as required.
• Properly completes daily tasks according to YMCA Aquatics Standard Operating Procedures.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or challenged by others while maintaining a positive attitude
• Provides excellent customer service to members, guests, and program participants.
• Attends required meetings, trainings and in-services.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

CPR/First Aid/AED

Communication

Job description

YMCA of Greenville is hiring a part-time Lifeguard to maintain a safe pool environment and enforce water safety policies in our aquatics area. You will respond to emergencies, administer first aid, CPR and AED as needed, and provide excellent service to members and guests.

We offer free lifeguard certification for staff, plus benefits like a free YMCA membership, program discounts, and retirement contributions. Join a mission-driven team focused on youth development and healthy living.