Lifeguard - Whitley County Family YMCA

at  YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences in the lives of those around you. You can expect to be allowed to grow personally and professionally in a positive work environment. At the Y, we work hard to serve all people and strengthen our community. As an employee of the Y, you will join a team with the shared commitment of nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors. If you’re looking for a purpose, you don’t have to look any further.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• 2 years of high school or the equivalent.
• Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Excellent human relations skills and enthusiasm.
• Certification from the YMCA or other accredited association preferred (i.e., LGI and YMCA PYAL, etc.) or the willingness to become certified.
• Ability to relate to, welcome, and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.

Salary: Part-time $12.50-$13.00 hourly
Hours Available: M/W/F 5:45am-9:30am, T/Th 4:45am-8:30am, some Saturday
Location: Whitley County Family YMCA,950 E. Van Buren St., Columbia City, IN 46725

Whitley County Family YMCA is looking for an attentive and responsible team player to fill the position of a lifeguard to help create a safe and positive atmosphere in and around the pool in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

• Serve: Maintain constant and diligent surveillance of the pool at all times and respond to emergency situations.
• Care: Ensure safe, clean, and secure conditions for the indoor pools as well as the surrounding areas.
• Lead: Enforce all aquatics rules and policies on a fair and consistent basis.