Evening and Weekend Lifeguard - $300 Hiring Bonus

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Lifeguards are primarily responsible for preventing drownings and injuries from occurring. Lifeguards must be able to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies. The Lifeguard creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas. In accordance with YMCA policies and procedures, lifeguards will ensure safe and quality program operations that promotes the five core values of the YMCA : caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith as well as upholds our service standards of welcoming, connecting, supporting, and inviting. Regardless of primary assignment, this position is expected to rotate between all YMCA pool locations.

LOCATION

SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA

200 Y Blvd

Rockford, IL

Northeast Family YMCA

8451 Orth Rd

Loves Park, IL

OUR CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine : we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined : above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The Y is made up of people of all ages, from all walks of life, working side-by-side to strengthen communities. Together, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith — they guide everything we do.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUTH PROTECTION

The YMCA of Rock River Valley has a responsibility to provide safe and secure programs and services for our community. The YMCA is a leader in child abuse prevention to support the safety of children in our care.

• You'll support the commitment of the YMCA to child abuse prevention by :
• Report any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
• Report any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
• Complete all child abuse prevention training as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The YMCA core values : Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility & Faith

QUALIFICATIONS

UPCOMING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

If you do not currently meet the certification requirement, we are offering the following courses :

CROSSOVER COURSE :

Day 1 : 9 / 21 - 10am-5pm at NEB

Day 2 : 9 / 28 - 10am until done at NEB

FULL CLASS :

Day 1 : 9 / 27 - 1 : 30-7 : 30PM at NEB (break 3 : 30-4 : 00)

Day 2 : 9 / 28 - 9AM-6 : 30PM at SAY (break 2 : 00-2 : 30)

Day 3 : 10 / 4 - 1 : 30-7 : 30PM at NEB (break 3 : 30-4 : 00)

Day 4 : 10 / 5 - 9AM-6 : 30PM at SAY (break 2 : 00-2 : 30)

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

2 Positions

Position 1

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA

Availability to substitute evenings and weekends

Evening shift times range from 4 : 00 - 7 : 00 pm to 6 : 00 - 9 : 15 pm

Weekend shift times vary

$15.00 per hour

Position 2

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Northeast Family YMCA

Availability to substitute evenings and weekends

Evening shift times range from 4 : 00 - 7 : 00 pm or 4 : 00 - 8 : 00 pm

Weekend shift times vary

$15.00 per hour

Regardless of primary assignment, this position may be required to travel between sites as needed.

The Y is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer more than just a job, rather the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

NEW HIRE SIGN-ON BONUS - $300

New lifeguard employees will be qualified to receive a sign-on bonus.

Actively employed and

These incentives are effective for candidates applying 9 / 12 / 2025 and forward. The incentive process will be evaluated at the end of 2025 to determine if they will continue into the next year.

ALL STAFF BENEFITS :

FULL TIME STAFF BENEFITS :

PART TIME STAFF BENEFITS :

The Y : We're for Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility