Lifeguard - MORNING SHIFTS

About the role

The position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Schedule

• 4:45 AM – 10:00 AM and/or 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM and/or 4:45 AM – 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (double shift)
• Additional time slots available: 5 AM – 7 AM ($19–$21)

This position may rotate between Bridgewater YMCA and Somerville YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
• Addresses member concerns, directs members to program areas or lane needs.
• Supports the overall Aquatic team.
• Assists with swim lessons and deck supervision as needed by department operations.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Walks the perimeter of the pool scanning the bottom before taking over the lifeguard stand.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Dresses in uniform: lifeguard shirt, bathing suit, whistle, and PPE hip bag.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen.
• Current YMCA or ARC Lifeguard or equivalent certification.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity, and to maintain appropriate boundaries.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

Benefits

• FREE individual membership access to any YMCA in the nation.
• 10% discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs, "Y Retirement Fund," from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.