Part-Time Lifeguard - Protect & Serve the Community

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Membership Access

Program discounts

Retirement plan

Professional development

Employee resource networks

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA Bridgewater YMCA is seeking safety-focused lifeguards to provide a quality, safe aquatics environment for lap swimmers, swim lessons, and swim teams. The role requires quick response, safety leadership, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and urgent situations in accordance with YMCA policies.

Shifts include early morning 4:45am-9:00am, daytime 9:00am-2:00pm, and weekend 7am-1pm. All availability is welcome.

Qualifications

• 15 years of age or older.
• Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships with members and peers.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
• Responds immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures necessary equipment is available.
• Checks pool for hazards upon arrival and during shift.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service training.
• Maintains positive relationships with members and staff.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

Safety awareness

Emergency response

Customer relations

Job description

Greater Somerset County YMCA Bridgewater YMCA is seeking safety-focused lifeguards to provide a quality, safe aquatics environment for lap swimmers, swim lessons, and swim teams. The role requires quick response, safety leadership, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and urgent situations in accordance with YMCA policies.

Shifts include early morning 4:45am-9:00am, daytime 9:00am-2:00pm, and weekend 7am-1pm. All availability is welcome.