Lifeguard

Downriver Family YMCA, 16777 Northline Road, Southgate, Michigan, United States of America Job Description Posted Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. LIKE BEING IN THE WATER? MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y! Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Downriver Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs Flexible Scheduling Family-friendly Work Environment Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan General Function The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions under Y policies and safety rules, while creating a safe and positive atmosphere for the promotion of YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit member safety and engagement. Education/Experience/Training/Certifications At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age) 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required Current American Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred, but not required (we offer certification) CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training! Job Duties & Responsibilities Maintains active surveillance of the pool area, utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed Responds to emergencies and relays reports in accordance with YMCA and The American Red Cross policies and guidelines Performs and documents proper equipment and chemical checks using appropriate protocol Attends all staff meetings, required training and certification courses, and attends monthly in-service training. Performs other assigned duties as directed by the supervisor Abilities & Skills Ability to hear and observe distress signals in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility Skills to meet strength and lifting requirements The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law. The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse. #J-18808-Ljbffr