Summer Lifeguards - Ipswich YMCA

🌞 NOW HIRING: Summer Lifeguards! 🌞
Make Waves This Summer at the YMCA

Looking for a summer job that’s fun, meaningful, and pays well? Love the water and helping others? Dive into a lifeguard role at the YMCA and spend your summer making a real impact—while soaking up the sun!

💰 Starting at $19.00/hour
🕒 Flexible schedules
🏖️ Summer positions available now

🏊 Not Certified? We’ve Got You Covered!

No lifeguard certification yet? No problem!

✅ FREE lifeguard certification for qualified applicants
📅 Certification classes begin during April Vacation
👉 Get certified just in time for summer and start earning!

Certification Info
Become a Lifeguard

🌊 What You’ll Do:

As a YMCA Lifeguard, you’ll:

• Keep swimmers safe by enforcing pool rules and safety guidelines

• Stay rescue-ready and respond confidently to emergencies

• Monitor pool areas and assist with aquatic activities

• Assess swimmers’ abilities to ensure a safe environment

• Participate in paid training and shadow shifts

• (For Swim Instructors) Teach fun, structured lessons using the YUSA curriculum

Why Work for the Y:

At the YMCA, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community that is committed to making a difference.

• Free YMCA Membership: Access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment and all our facilities.

• Work Outside: Enjoy working on the scenic Annisquam River this summer.

• Discounts on YMCA Programs and Childcare services.

• Swag & Uniforms: We’ve got you covered for your uniform and awesome Y swag                                                                                                       

• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
• Current certifications in Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, Pro CPR, First Aid and Oxygen, or willing to obtain
• Seeking applicants with daytime availability interested in summer season employment, anticipated start date in May or June, sooner if available!

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.

Salary : $19 - $21