What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waterfront Lifeguard position at HRYMCA?
Position starting Summer 2025! The Hampshire Regional YMCA is looking for lifeguards for our treasured Camp Norwich in Huntington, MA! Beautiful Norwich Lake is the backdrop to our fun-filled day camp, and the waterfront lifeguards are essential to keeping water activities safe & fun. Our waterfront houses swimming, boating, fishing, and more programs. Norwich lifeguards have the privilege of watching and helping kids achieve new water goals all summer long.
Job Duties
- Supervise and guard all waterfront activities, using first aid, CPR, and rescues as needed
- Understand and implement appropriate response to water and weather conditions
- Evaluate swimming abilities of campers and staff
- Assist in management and care of physical facilities and equipment related to the waterfront program
- Teach and enforce waterfront rules to campers and staff
Qualifications
- Current lifeguard, CPR, and first aid certification required
- Waterfront experience preferred
- Experience working with children preferred
Benefits include a free membership to the Y and the opportunity to participate in a 403(b).
TO APPLY: Please reach out to Kira at kira.mattheson @hrymca.org for an application.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
