Part-Time Lifeguards

Volunteer Centre County; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program

Reimbursement of lifeguard certification costs

Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs

FREE YMCA membership

Job summary

A local community organization in State College is seeking part-time Lifeguards to maintain safety at indoor pools. The role requires high school education and the ability to obtain lifeguard certification. Lifeguards will monitor swimming activities, enforce rules, and respond to emergencies while maintaining a safe environment. Benefits include $13 per hour pay, options for retirement contributions, and a free YMCA membership with access to all facilities.

Qualifications

• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to remain physically capable of completing the required swim test.
• Effective communication skills with youth and adults.

Responsibilities

• Remain physically and mentally alert to monitor pool safety.
• Enforce pool rules and schedules effectively.
• Respond calmly and decisively in emergency situations.
• Maintain safety by removing hazards around the pool deck.
• Assist in cleaning the pool facility as assigned.

Education

Some high school-level education

Job description

677 W. White Hall Road, State College 16801

$13 per hour

Qualifications Needed

At a minimum, some high school-level education is required.

Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.

Education

At a minimum, some high school level education is required.

Experience Level

Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

Remain physically and mentally alert, taking a proactive approach to searching for distressed swimmers and hazards.

Successfully communicate with youth and adults to enforce pool rules and schedules.

Remain calm, respond effectively, and give clear directions in an emergency situation.

Maintain safety of the pool environment by removing hazards that could lead to injury in or around the pool deck and halting any dangerous behavior displayed by patrons.

Responsible for helping clean the pool facility, including vacuuming the pool and other duties as assigned.

Remain physically capable of completing the prerequisite swim test as specified by the American Red Cross to ensure the ability to respond in an emergency situation.

Additional Information

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Lifeguards to be responsible for upholding safety rules, YMCA policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at our indoor pools. Staff are needed to fill shifts on weekdays from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Weekend shifts are also available.

Salary/Benefits

$13.00 per hour.

Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.

Reimbursement of lifeguard certification cost if completed at the Y and for the purpose of serving as a YMCA of Centre County lifeguard.

Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.

FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.