Daytime Lifeguard Greater Austin YMCA

• 4.0 Austin, TX Job Details $16
• $17 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Cardiac arrest emergency response CPR Certification Customer communication Lifeguard Training Swimming First Aid Certification Lifeguard Certification Swimming rescues AED Certification Drowning response First aid and CPR Full Job Description Sign-On Bonus Available! Earn up to $350 when you join our team! $250 Sign-On Bonus
• Lifeguards hired with daytime availability $350 Sign-On Bonus
• Certified Lifeguards hired with daytime availability Eligibility requirements and exclusions apply.

Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. As a Lifeguard, you play a key role in making sure everyone feels safe and confident in the water. Your focus and quick response help create a secure environment where members can learn, improve, and enjoy their time in the pool. By staying alert and following safety protocols, you help minimize risks and ensure a positive experience for all. Your role isn't just about watching the water-it's about building a community where everyone can thrive. We're hiring Lifeguards at multiple locations! We're looking for candidates with daytime availability between 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. who can work a minimum of 10 hours per week . This is a meaningful opportunity to build skills, make a positive impact, and be part of a great team-plus, you'll receive a free YMCA membership! Apply today! How You Make an Impact Proactively monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents, creating a secure space where members can enjoy the water with confidence. React to emergencies with appropriate first aid and CPR, aiming for positive outcomes, ensuring that every member feels safe and supported. Identify and resolve potential hazards immediately, preventing accidents and fostering a worry-free environment for all users. Regularly inspect pool equipment and facilities, reporting any issues to ensure everything is in working order, which supports a seamless and enjoyable experience for all members. Inform members about pool rules and safety procedures, encouraging compliance and helping them feel secure while engaging in water-based activities. Help with swim lessons and aquatics programs, playing an active role in members' skill development and contributing to positive program outcomes. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool area and locker rooms, ensuring a pleasant, hygienic space where members can relax and enjoy their time. Attend all required trainings and staff meetings to stay up-to-date with safety procedures and best practices, improving your skills and enhancing your impact. Demonstrate YMCA's purpose and values in all interactions, helping to create a culture of respect, care, and community. Serve as an ambassador for the organization, sharing the Y's work and culture with members, peers, and guests and fostering a sense of belonging. Assist with any other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success and positive atmosphere of the YMCA. What You Bring to the Y Must be at a minimum of 16 years old. Must be available to work a min of 10 hours per week between 5:00 a.m. and 4:00 pm Hold a valid lifeguard certification from either the YMCA or the Red Cross, including certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen administration. Excellent swimming skills, ability to perform rescue techniques and endurance maintenance. Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations. You have a growth mindset

• You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve. You are a team player-You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and can work well with others. You communicate effectively
• You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively. You are customer-focused
• You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging
• You leverage people's differences as strengths.

Physical Requirements:

The role requires comfort working in a pool environment, with exposure to water, chlorine, and varying temperatures. Lifeguards must be able to stand, walk, swim, and remain alert for extended periods. The position involves hearing and distinguishing distress signals, visually scanning all areas of the pool, and responding quickly to emergencies. Additionally, it requires lifting and moving equipment, children, and performing other physical tasks related to pool supervision and instruction. Effective verbal communication, including projecting your voice across distances in both normal and noisy conditions, is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements:

Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others. Access retirement planning options to secure your future. Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops. Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users. Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Compensation:

$16

• $17 per hour, DOE