LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?
MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!
Now Hiring Lifeguards for the Metropolitan Detroit Area Family YMCA's
( Farmington Hills, Detroit, Milford, Southgate, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Mount Clemens, and Plymouth)
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 under Y policies and safety rules while creating a safe and positive atmosphere for the promotion of YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit member safety and engagement.
Education/Experience/Training/Certifications
- At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age)
- 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required
- A current American Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred, but not required (we offer certification)
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen
Position Benefits
$300 Signing Bonus!
Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training!
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintains actively attended surveillance of the pool area utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed
- Respond to emergency situations and relay reports in accordance with YMCA and The American Red Cross policies and guidelines
- Performs and documents proper equipment and chemical checks using appropriate protocol
- Attends all staff meetings, required training, and certification courses, and attends monthly in-service training.
- Performs other assigned duties as directed by the Supervisor
Abilities & Skills
- Ability to hear and observe distress signals in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility
- Skills to meet strength and lifting requirements
For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).