Lifeguard - West Park YMCA

Cleveland YMCA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking dedicated lifeguards to join its team. This part-time position offers the chance to ensure the safety and well-being of swimmers at indoor pools while maintaining essential certifications like CPR and First Aid. The YMCA promotes a healthy spirit, mind, and body through its programs, and employees enjoy benefits such as a free membership and discounts on various services. If you're passionate about making a difference in your community and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age with current lifeguarding certification.
• Ability to read and understand written directions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of participants during class and open swim.
• Monitor water quality and document incidents during shifts.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Lifeguarding Skills

Water Safety Monitoring

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lifeguard Equipment

Job description

West Park YMCA, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:00 AM

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community.

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland has year-round LIFEGUARD opportunities at all of our indoor pools. This is a part-time position.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Maintain CPR, First Aid, and other required YMCA certifications.
2. Ensure safety of participants during class and/or open swim.
3. Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.
4. Notify supervisor of any faulty equipment or unsafe conditions.
5. Document any incidents that occur during shift (on a daily basis).
6. Monitor chlorine, pH levels, and track water temperature hourly.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to read, write, and understand written directions.
2. Must be at least 15 years of age.
3. Current YMCA or Red Cross lifeguarding certification and CPR PRO certification.
4. Physical ability to rescue an individual from water.
5. Prior experience is helpful.

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland:

Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

1. A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive a discount on childcare).
2. Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
3. Eligible employees receive a comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement (8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland), and paid vacation.

West Park YMCA, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America