Opening Lifeguard

Ymcadetroit; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community organization as a Lifeguard at the South Oakland Family YMCA. This role involves ensuring the safety of members while promoting a positive atmosphere. Enjoy benefits like a free family membership, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school education and preferably some experience in lifeguarding, with training provided for certifications as needed.

Benefits

FREE Family Membership

Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience as a lifeguard.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions according to Y policies.
• Monitor the pool area using effective scanning strategies.
• Respond to emergencies following YMCA protocols.

Skills

Monitoring

Emergency Response

Physical Ability

Education

High School Education

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Working at the Y offers a career with the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of community members.

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the South Oakland Family YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions according to Y policies and safety rules, while creating a safe and positive atmosphere to promote YMCA member safety and engagement.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• High school education or equivalent (over 16+ years of age)
• Preferred: 1 year of experience
• Preferred: Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (training provided if needed)
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen certifications

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Availability to open the pool at 6:30 AM on weekdays
• Monitor the pool area actively using the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy” and ensure staff compliance
• Respond to emergencies following YMCA and American Red Cross protocols
• Perform and document equipment and chemical checks
• Attend staff meetings, training, certification courses, and in-service sessions
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to detect distress signals in water and across the zone of responsibility
• Physical ability to meet strength and lifting requirements

For more opportunities, visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page at ymcadetroit.org/careers.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status, or any other protected status.

We prioritize the safety and well-being of children in our programs. All staff are regularly screened, sign a code of conduct, and are monitored during interactions with participants. We take any misconduct seriously and cooperate fully with authorities in cases of abuse.