CAMP LIFEGUARD

Madison Area YMCA•Madison, NJ

1d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Madison Area YMCA is hiring Summer Camp Lifeguards to ensure a safe, positive, and engaging aquatic environment for campers and staff. Camp Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Certified lifeguard or willing to obtain certification prior to the start of camp
Demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
Take safety, responsibility, and supervision seriously
18 years or older
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to hear distress signals and recognize emergency situations in and around the aquatic area
Ability to remain alert with no lapse in attention while on duty
Ability to visually monitor all areas within an assigned zone of responsibility
Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for extended periods
Ability to be in water/pool for extended periods of time.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, kneel, and move quickly as needed
Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with youth (camp experience preferred)
Want to build leadership skills and serve as a positive role model

Responsibilities

Maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Upholding abuse prevention responsibilities, including maintaining boundaries, following mandated reporting requirements, and adhering to policies and procedures to protect youth and participants.
Attending required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors, and adhering to procedures that minimize risk.