Ventura Family YMCA - Lifeguard Positions Open!

We are currently hiring lifeguards for the summer and school year! All lifeguard positions are part-time positions. Training can be provided prior to employment if you are not currently certified. Red Cross, YMCA, and other certifications accepted! We are located in Ventura, California.


What do Lifeguards do?

• Responsibilities include supervising the aquatics area while facilities are in use, and promoting and maintaining a safe, secure and organized pool area. We are seeking responsible individuals who are capable of working alone or in big groups.

• Maintain all areas in and around aquatic area. Keeping within the policies, philosophies and mission set forth by the Channel Islands YMCA association
  
  
  
• Enforce and educate members about aquatic rules and procedures set forth by branch.
  
  
  
• Wash deck, maintain cleanliness and keep pool deck clear of any obstructions.
  
  
  
• Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas by 10-10 scanning.
  
  
  
• Assist swimmers in distress
  
  
  
• Provide emergency medical assistance as to trained to any person on the YMCA premise as necessary
  
  
  
• Take and record chemical readings set forth by Branch
  
  
  
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and in-services
  

What we look for in a Lifeguard...

• Minimum 18 years of age
  
  
  
• Current Lifeguard Certification recommended, but the YMCA can provide Lifeguard certification prior to employment.
  
  
  
• Must have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents, and the physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
  
  
  
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
  

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES:

• RETIREMENT: All employees are eligible to participate in the tax-deferred savings plan by opening a 403(b) Smart Account.
  
  
  
• SICK TIME: Part-time employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, after 90 day intro period.
  
  
  
• DISCOUNTS: All staff are offered discounts on Aquatics programs, Sports programs, Youth & Adult Fitness programs, Afterschool and School’s Out Childcare, Summer Day Camp and Date Night & Misc. Youth Programs.
  
  
  
• PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Some positions are eligible for additional trainings and certifications, according to CEO/Executive Director discretion.
  
  
  
• BONUS PERK: Part-time staff members and full-time 30-hour staff members receive a free individual membership!