Lifeguard

The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking experienced, friendly, and high-energy Lifeguards .

We are offering a $250 bonus for new staff, and a free family membership to the YMCA of Central Texas!

This position requires a vigilant, safety minded person to maintain a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Shifts Needed: Opening Monday-Friday 4:45am-9:00am

The ideal candidate will:

• Know and be able to perform all skills required for certifications
• Be able to verbally communicate with the public and staff
• Attend weekly staff in service trainings as part of the staff team
• Be responsible for finding substitute when needed and reporting substitution(s) to Aquatics Coordinator/Director
• Build member relations
• Maintain equipment and keep area clean
• Be 16 years of age or older

Certifications: YMCA or ARC Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (ASHI or ARC), First Aid (ASHI or ARC), and Oxygen Administration (ASHI or ARC). Classes available at local YMCAs.

Skills & Requirements:

1. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
2. Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certification
3. Must demonstrate swimming ability

Applicants will be required to pass reference checks, a criminal history background check, sex offender check, and pre-employment drug screen.

Pay Rate: $15.00 to $19.00/hour

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

Our Commitment: The YMCA of Central Texas is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment where all are welcome and have access to Y programs and services. Our mission driven focus includes three areas: Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. In order to maximize the service delivery impact in these areas, the YMCA of Central Texas Volunteer and Staff Leadership recognize and work toward growing diverse representation to appropriately mirror that of the communities we serve. As such, the Branch Boards have the latitude to recruit community leaders that have the Time, Talent, Treasure and Cultural connections necessary to help expand the mission of the YMCA in their respective areas.

In addition, YMCA of Central Texas provides Staff with a Career Development program designed to ensure a fair and equitable approach to advancement where each and every employee has the opportunity to grow and thrive. The Y values a diverse workforce and bases employment decisions on Association need, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!