Evening and Weekend Lifeguard - $300 Hiring Bonus

Job Description

Job Description

NEW HIRE SIGN-ON BONUS - $300

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

• All new hires will be eligible for this bonus.
• Bonus will be awarded after the new hire completes 90 days of service
• New hire must remain “in good standing”, defined as

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.

YOUR IMPACT

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.

EXPECTATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

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

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION : 2 Positions

Position 1 : SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

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 : Northeast Family YMCA

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

FREE TRAINING AVAILABLE!

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

CROSSOVER CLASS (for those currently certified as Ellis or Red Cross) :

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

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

FULL CLASS (for those with no current lifeguard certification) :

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)

THERE'S SO MUCH MORE TO WORKING AT THE Y :

ALL STAFF BENEFITS :

FULL TIME STAFF BENEFITS :

PART TIME STAFF BENEFITS :

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 BELONGING

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.

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