Camp Lifeguard

The Arc Gloucester•Monroe Township, NJ

2d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc Gloucester's Camp Sun 'N Fun is currently looking for Seasonal Lifeguards! $16/hour Here at The Arc Gloucester, we offer the unique opportunity to combine your professional experience with your passion to help individuals with intellectual or development disabilities For 65 years The Arc Gloucester has provided innovative programs and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We have made a difference in the lives of many people and are very proud of that. But it's the individuals we service who bring our programs to life with their creativity, excitement, humor, talent, and so much more! Summary: The position of Camp's Lifeguards ensures the safety of our campers during pool activities. The lifeguards provide supervision to all staff and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by The Arc Gloucester / Camp Sun ‘N Fun and helps these individuals reach their fullest potential. Typical hours are Monday - Thursday, 1pm - 4pm.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Must possess a high school diploma/GED
Lifeguards must be at least 18 years of age and hold the proper certification
Maintain active CPR/First Aide certification
Maintain current Red Cross lifeguard certification
Successfully pass initial and ongoing State/Federal Criminal Background checks, including Fingerprinting, CARI checks, Central Registry checks and drug screens

Nice To Haves

At least one (1) year experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred

Responsibilities

Lifeguard shall be responsible to the Camp Director
Willing to follow all Camp policies and regulations.
Show good judgment and a sense of responsibility.
Perform duties designated by the Camp Director in order to provide programs of instruction, recreation and safety. Schedules set by the Camp Director must be followed in a timely, professional manner.
Lifeguards must be willing to do additional duties as assigned by the Program Director.
All pool staff must demonstrate the willingness to work as a member of a team and is expected to contribute in achievement of the objectives of the Cam
Maintain confidentiality
Comply with the DDD Program Manual, The Arc Gloucester’s and Camp Sun ‘N Fun’s Policies and Procedures Manual and applicable state, local and federal regulations.
Must cooperate and participate in reviews, investigations, and inspections, including but not limited to the Agency, American Camp Association (ACA), DHS Licensing and DHS staff.
Complete initial and ongoing required training
Additional responsibilities as required