Lifeguard - Gloucester

About the role

The Lifeguard position at the YMCA supports the organization's mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This part-time role ensures high standards of safety, cleanliness, and member experience within the Aquatics facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant active surveillance of assigned zones
• Recognize and respond quickly to emergencies
• Perform water rescues, CPR/AED, and First Aid as needed
• Enforce pool rules and identify potential hazards
• Complete incident and accident reports
• Remain calm and focused while managing multiple responsibilities and interruptions
• Meet the physical demands required to perform lifeguard rescue and response skills
• Assist with maintaining a clean and organized pool deck
• Conduct safety and equipment checks
• Regularly monitor and record pool temperature, chlorine and pH levels based on city and state health standards
• Complete assigned deck duties and facility tasks
• Participate in mandatory lifeguard in-service trainings
• Provide excellent customer service
• Work independently and collaboratively with participants of all ages and backgrounds
• Build positive relationships with members and staff
• Promote YMCA programs when appropriate
• Demonstrate YMCA core values in all interactions
• Show strong attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills

Requirements

• 16 years of age or older
• Completion of lifeguard training
• Strong attention to detail required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Able to work with many interruptions, handling multiple tasks in a calm and responsible way
• Able to demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, and the desire to work with all ages, especially children
• Able to show initiative in the absence of supervision
• Able to visually see all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility
• Able to adequately hear noises and distinguish distress signals

Qualifications

• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
• Physical stamina and endurance for the job requirements
• Knowledge of aquatic safety practices and emergency response procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with members and staff
• Understanding of YMCA core values and commitment to community involvement

Skills

• Water safety and rescue skills
• Emergency response and first aid knowledge
• Customer service and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Physical fitness and stamina

Benefits

• YMCA membership discount
• Discounted programs
• Employer retirement contribution
• Paid sick time

Pay

$16.50 - $18.00 per hour