Lifeguard - Morning SHIFTS

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An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA association located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150‑year‑old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, serving upwards of 30,000 individuals.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Responsibilities include maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and surrounding areas, and creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

• 4:45 AM – 10:00 AM (and/or)
• 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM (and/or)
• Additional time slots available
• 5 AM – 7 AM: $19‑$21

This position could potentially rotate between Bridgewater YMCA and Somerville YMCA.

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
• Addresses member concerns and directs members to program areas or lane needs; supports the overall Aquatic team.
• Assists with swim lessons and deck supervision as needed by department operations.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area consistently; maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Walks the perimeter of the pool scanning the bottom before taking over the lifeguard stand.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends all staff meetings and in‑service training.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants and other staff.
• Wears in uniform – required items:
  Lifeguard Shirt, bathing suit, whistle, and PPE hip bag.
• Demonstrates emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities; establishes and maintains appropriate professional relationships; shows interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum age of 18.
• Certifications:
  
  CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
• Current YMCA or ARC Lifeguard or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain certification‑level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

• Perform all lifeguard skills required by the job.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

• Free individual membership access to any YMCA in the nation.
• 10% discount on most programming at GSCY.
• Access to the leadership retirement program “Y Retirement Fund” from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug‑free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.