Lifeguard

3 weeks ago


Farmington Hills, United States YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit Full time $14
Job DescriptionJob Description

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?
MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y

Now Hiring an Aquatic Associate at the Farmington 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 under Y policies and safety rules while creating a safe and positive atmosphere for 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

Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability and Flexible Spending Account

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 emergencies 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). 

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