Lifeguards

Buehler YMCA 1400 W. Northwest Hwy. Palatine, IL 60067, USA Buehler YMCA 1400 W. Northwest Hwy. Palatine, IL 60067, USA Pay or shift range: $16.60 USD to $17.41 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Description Dive Into a Job You’ll Love! Buehler YMCA is now hiring part-time Lifeguards! Looking for a fun, flexible job where you can stay active, make a difference, and enjoy great perks? Join our team as a Lifeguard and become a community hero! No prior lifeguard experience? No problem! We’ll help you gain the skills and confidence to thrive in this role. Why This Job Is for YOU: Great Pay: Starting at $16.60/hour All Ages Welcome: Whether you’re 15 or 50+, this is the perfect job for students, retirees, and everyone in between Flexible Hours: Work around school, family, or other commitments No Experience Needed: We’ll provide free training and certification! Free YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our facilities and discounts on programs Build Your Future: Gain skills, certifications, and opportunities to grow your career What You’ll Do: Keep swimmers safe, respond to emergencies, and ensure a positive pool environment Deliver excellent customer service to our members and guests Requirements: Must be at least 15 years old Must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications. Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification. Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers. Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description Why Join Us? Be part of a welcoming, mission-driven team that values your time, skills, and passion for helping others. Whether you’re starting your first job or looking for a meaningful way to stay active, this role is for you. Apply today and make a splash—your community needs you! Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor Completing all child abuse prevention training as required Qualifications Skills Behaviors Preferred Functional Expert Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject Detail Oriented Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well : Motivations Preferred Flexibility Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ymcachicago