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Lifeguard - Brooks YMCA

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code. * Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. * Checks the pool for ...

Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly. * Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides ...

The YMCA of Florida's First Coast takes great pride in its volunteers; without them, we would not exist. Volunteerism has been at the core of the YMCA since its founding in 1844 when a group of young ...

The YMCA of Florida's First Coast takes great pride in its volunteers; without them, we would not exist. Volunteerism has been at the core of the YMCA since its founding in 1844 when a group of young ...

The YMCA of Florida's First Coast takes great pride in its volunteers; without them, we would not exist. Volunteerism has been at the core of the YMCA since its founding in 1844 when a group of young ...

Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. * Organizes and puts away needed class ...

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Do workers at the YMCA get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
48% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Does the YMCA pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 117 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

At the YMCA, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
53% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 207 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from the YMCA?

Most people who work part-time can't get health insurance.
89% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 330 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at the YMCA?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
90% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 72 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from the YMCA affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
81% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at the YMCA?

Some people get paid time off from work.
61% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 39% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 10% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 28% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at the YMCA worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
45% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 74 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do the YMCA workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
78% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it for the YMCA workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
77% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at the YMCA?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
76% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do the YMCA managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
79% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at the YMCA do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
70% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at the YMCA?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
69% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Is a YMCA job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
95% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 556 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at the YMCA good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
87% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at the YMCA feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 110 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at the YMCA get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
70% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2025 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at the YMCA?

Some people feel stressed out here.
62% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at the YMCA enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at the YMCA recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
39% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at the YMCA?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
41% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at the YMCA?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think the YMCA’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how the YMCA is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2025 and May 2026.
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Lifeguard - Brooks YMCA

Lifeguard - Brooks YMCA

YMCA

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago


YMCA rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 1,973 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

473rd of 658 rated non-profit organizations


Job description

Can you imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community?

If you are a person who wants more than just a job, who wants your efforts to have an impact on your community and who wants to work in a welcoming and positive environment, then you are someone we'd like to work with us. Join us!

Essential Functions:

  1. Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area.
  2. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
  3. Maintains effective relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
  4. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
  5. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
  6. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
  7. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
  8. Performs chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action.
  9. Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
  10. Ensures all First Coast YMCA standards and best practices are implemented and followed.
  11. Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.
  12. Ensures the health and safety of all members/guests.
  13. Inspect physical space to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.
  1. Phase 1
    1. Tread water for 2 minutes
    2. Swim 100 yards front crawl
  2. Phase
    1. Swim 50 yards(2 laps) of each stroke-Front crawl with head up, sidestroke, breaststroke, breaststroke with head up, elementary backstroke kick with hands on chest.
    2. Perform a feet first surface dive in 6-7 feet of water, then swim underwater for 15 feet

NOTE: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.

Relationships: Builds rapport and relates wells to others.

Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.

Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitation and how they impact relationships.

Functional Expertise: Has the function and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-dates knowledge and skill in technology.

Qualifications:
  1. Minimum age of 16.
  2. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, First Aid certification.
  3. Current YMCA Lifeguarding Certification.
  4. Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
  5. Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Physical Demands:
  1. Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
  2. Must be able to remain alert.
  3. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
  4. Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
  5. Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
  6. Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
  7. Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.

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