Lifeguard

Lifeguard Position

The Lifeguard supports the work of the YMCA of Greenville, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission-driven work, we offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Work Today, Get Paid Today!!! Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, personal training, sports, and aquatics.
• 12% Retirement Contribution, once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

We're "First Job Friendly" and we provide FREE lifeguard certification for staff!

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.

We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.

We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsibilities

• Being "rescue ready" and maintains active surveillance to ensure safety of the pool and aquatics area.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies. Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area to ensure a safe working environment and be able to answer customer questions.
• Knows and able to perform all emergency procedures and immediately responds to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; accurately completes related reports as required.
• Properly completes daily tasks according to YMCA Aquatics Standard Operating Procedures.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or challenged by others while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Provides excellent customer service to members, guests, and program participants.
• Attends required meetings, trainings, and in-services.

Other expectations:

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15.
• Current Lifeguard Certification - American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard or be able to gain certification within 60 days of employment.
• CPR, First Aid, & AED Certification.
• Demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate and enforce policies and procedures to members, program participants, and guests.
• Ability to react quickly and properly in emergency situations.
• Complete New Staff Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Blood Borne Pathogen training within first 30-days of employment.

Lifeguard Certification is required prior to being hired as a lifeguard. If you do not have your Lifeguarding Certification, the YMCA of Greenville does offer Lifeguard Certification Classes. For more information on the classes, please visit our website.