Cape Ann YMCA Lifeguard

Description

                                                                                 NOW HIRING - LIFEGUARDS 

New Opportunity for a Winter job! Interested in meaningful work with a wide variety of hours?  Are you a swim enthusiast or certified lifeguard with an interest in helping others? With a wide variety of hours of operations and locations, working as part of our Aquatics team allows for a flexible schedule and consistent work!  Join our experienced, professional, aquatics team and help keep our community safe! 

Not Certified?

• Free Certifications available for qualified applicants!
• Learn about certification courses to get certified.  Courses start all the time. http://tinyurl.com/4bapwxad
• Interested in becoming a lifeguard? Learn more about our lifeguard training program  https://tinyurl.com/y2b3kr4y 

The perks?

• A Free Membership to the YMCA of the North Shore!  Including access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment!
• Work outside in the sun this summer or on an island off the coast!
• Discounts on YMCA Programs and Childcare!
• Swag & Uniform provided!
• Lifeguard Opportunities starting at $16.00!

On a regular day you will...

• Explain and enforce safety regulations and rules
• Monitor for any safety hazards, and assist in activities
• Remain rescue ready at all times and implement emergency procedures as needed
• Assess the swimming capabilities of everyone in the aquatics area and ensure individuals are not allowed in areas that place them at undue risk
• Swim Instructors provide structured lessons following YUSA curriculum
• Training and shadowing shifts as a regular part of every aquatic team member's onboarding and orientation.  

To thrive in this position you must have the physical ability to respond in an emergency and be able to stay focused and present throughout your shift. You must enjoy interacting with a wide variety of people including children and adults. You are not afraid to take on responsibilities and can address concerns with visitors on the pool deck professionally and courteously.  This is the ideal opportunity for those interested in developing leadership and social skills while giving back and helping create a stronger and safer community!  

Qualifications

• 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
• Looking for weekend shift coverage along with a few shifts during the week. 

For further assistance you may contact the HR department at 978-564-3075.

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.