Lifeguard BHA in Kalamazoo, Michigan at Beacon Health System

Beacon Health System is hiring a Lifeguard for Beacon Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, MI.

Type: PRN/FTE 0.01
Shift: Evenings
Shift Details: Monday-Friday evenings & Rotating Weekends

Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna

• Life Insurance

• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Shift Differentials

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement

• Clinical Ladder Program

• Local and National Discounts

• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

About Beacon Kalamazoo  
Beacon Kalamazoo provides 24/7 emergency care and a Level II Trauma Center. We deliver care for serious life-threatening injuries/illnesses, and your everyday health needs, including labor and delivery. We offer specialty care for heart/vascular disease, lung and sleep disorders, mental health conditions, and women’s health. We offer a wide range of outpatient services, including diagnostic imaging, lab tests, respiratory therapy and rehabilitation therapy services.

What You’ll Do

A Lifeguard reports to the Aquatics Manager. Under the general supervision of the Aquatic Coordinator, you will be responsible for performing functions of Aquatic Center Lifeguard maintaining constant surveillance of patrons in the facility and acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency. This position will also be responsible for providing minor maintenance, cleaning and securing the facility.

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:

• Greeting members and guests utilizing the facility, maintaining a safe, professional environment for all to enjoy.
• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Following emergency procedures as outlined in operations manual.
• Answers questions and inquiries regarding facility operations, including demonstrating or answering questions on the club policy, schedules and procedures.
• Managing pool configuration changes as needed by programs, member usage and events.
• Applying and enforcing facility rules and regulations, as directed.
• Receiving complaints, comments, and/or suggestions from clients and promptly taking appropriate actions; utilizing BHF's seek-to-serve policy.
• Performing regularly scheduled light cleaning maintenance duties, i.e., returning equipment to storage, pool configuration changes, pool chemistry checks, and general clean up.
• Opening and/or closing and securing the facility at scheduled time when needed, or as directed otherwise.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

What You Bring

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma. The minimum age is 15 years of age. A background in aquatics is expected. Certification through the American Red Cross (ARC) as a Lifeguard is required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be a minimum of 15 years of age.
• Skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through a background in aquatics.
• Certification through the American Red Cross (ARC) as a Lifeguard is required.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates the interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a diverse group of internal clients, visitors, etc. in a professional, courteous, friendly and sincere manner.
• Requires certification in Lifeguarding, CPR, AED, and First Aid or arrangements to be certified before performing the duties of a Lifeguard.
• Possesses a personal commitment to positive fitness and health practices and presents an image consistent with a fit and healthy lifestyle.

Working Conditions

• Working in an athletic club aquatic environment with frequent interruptions, potential of increased noise level and some discomfort due to varying temperatures.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings and weekends required.

Physical Demands

• Ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.