Lifeguard

Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo•Toledo, OH

8d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Swimming Pool program is to provide social developmental services for Boys & Girls Club members. This is accomplished through the implementation of a weekly program plan that includes individual and group swim lessons, tournament and contests, group clubs and lifesaving training. The pool program promotes individual and group water safety skills, health/fitness and opportunity for leadership development. Informal mentoring, both individually and in groups, occurs daily in the swimming pool.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Possess a car to drive to and from work.
Knowledge of basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques.
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties.
Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted to perform required duties.
Must pass an FBI/BCI background check.

Responsibilities

Conduct tournaments or contests daily.
Build positive and appropriate relationships with members.
Always enforce member expectations.
Maintain a program that is safe, positive, and encourages youth development through quality experiences and high standards of achievement.
Promote the development of social and emotional skills.
Manage classroom conduct and exhibit problem-solving skills needed to redirect behavior.
Maintain daily and monthly attendance records during programming.
Conduct swim lessons for shallow water and deep-water swimmers.
Supervise free swim periods.
Organize and conduct tournaments and contests daily.
Organize and conduct low-organized group games daily.
Facilitate a group club or team to meet once each week.
Teach a lifesaving/safety course – one course per year.
Maintain constant safe supervision when pool is open and follow the swimming pool guidelines for safe operation.
Follow written pool maintenance procedures in cooperation with Manager of Operations.
Clean and hose deck area daily.
Ensure the pool area is locked at all times.
Maintain attractive up-to-date bulletin boards and displays, including weekly program display and members-of-the-month.
Organize and keep clean pool storage area and filter room area.
Maintain equipment and make minor repairs as needed.
Demonstrate high levels of enthusiasm towards Club members, parents and visitors; always offer exceptional customer service experience.
Model and encourage positive behavior and interactions between members.