YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is Hiring a YMCA Lifeguard Near Detroit, MI
Job DescriptionLIKE BEING IN THE WATER?MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!Now Hiring Lifeguards for the Metropolitan Detroit Area Family YMCA's( Farmington Hills, Detroit, Milford, Southgate, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Mount Clemens, and Plymouth) YMCA Employee Benefits
FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
Flexible Scheduling
Family-friendly Work Environment
Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan
General FunctionThe 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
A 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
Position Benefits$300 Signing Bonus! Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training! Job Duties & Responsibilities
Maintains actively attended surveillance of the pool area utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed
Respond to emergency situations and relay 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
For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers). Company DescriptionView all openings and apply at ymcadetroit.org/careers! View all openings and apply at ymcadetroit.org/careers!