Lifeguard

Northern Children's Services • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Northern Children’s Services supports the healthy development of children and youth, while stabilizing their families to build stronger communities. Everything we do at Northern Children’s Services is designed to create a better future for our families. We have an exciting opportunity for a summer lifeguard position that is available from mid-June through August. The ideal candidate will ensure the safety of pool patrons and assists with aquatic programs and pool operation. Safeguards and regulates conduct of pool patrons. Enforces pool policies, rules, and regulations. Rescues patrons and performs appropriate follow-up procedures, including the proper use of equipment in the performance of first aid. Test water quality in pool and maintains appropriate records. Assists in the proper maintenance and sanitary up keep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms. Participates in the preparation of daily records. Provides written reports on all accidents. Maintains proper updated safety requirements. Attends in-service training and instructs certain skills to staff. Conducts patron swimming test to assess ability to swim independently and unattended. Provides customer service to patrons, including handling customer conflict and complaints, as necessary. Performs work safely in accordance with departmental safety procedures. Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor. May provide guidance to less experienced Lifeguards during shift. May assist Aquatics Coordinator in daily aquatic managerial duties. May maintain proper chemical balances in both pool and whirlpool as directed making adjustments to these balances as directed. May handle mechanical/pump room or chemical problems as necessary.

Requirements

• Knowledge of water rescue methods.
• Knowledge of lifeguarding and first-aid practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of swimming pool operations to include: sanitation, maintenance, and safety.
• Ability to courteously and firmly interact with pool patrons.
• Ability and skill in carrying out water rescues.
• Must possess a valid American Red Cross Life guarding Certificate and American Red Cross First Aid certificate.
• Must be certified in American Red Cross Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), for the Professional Rescuer or become certified within 30 days of employment.
• Experience lifeguarding.
• Pool Operators license.
• First Responders certificate.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination required.
• Minimum high-school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership Opportunity
• Supportive Environment
• Empowerment and Progress
• Effective Communication
• Empowerment Through Planning
• Continuous Monitoring and Progress
• Documentation Excellence
• Networking and Collaboration
• Trauma-Informed Principles

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of pool patrons.
• Assist with aquatic programs and pool operation.
• Safeguard and regulate conduct of pool patrons.
• Enforce pool policies, rules, and regulations.
• Rescue patrons and perform appropriate follow-up procedures, including the proper use of equipment in the performance of first aid.
• Test water quality in pool and maintain appropriate records.
• Assist in the proper maintenance and sanitary upkeep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms.
• Participate in the preparation of daily records.
• Provide written reports on all accidents.
• Maintain proper updated safety requirements.
• Attend in-service training and instruct certain skills to staff.
• Conduct patron swimming tests to assess ability to swim independently and unattended.
• Provide customer service to patrons, including handling customer conflict and complaints, as necessary.
• Perform work safely in accordance with departmental safety procedures.
• Operate equipment safely and report any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor.
• Provide guidance to less experienced Lifeguards during shift.
• Assist Aquatics Coordinator in daily aquatic managerial duties.
• Maintain proper chemical balances in both pool and whirlpool as directed making adjustments to these balances as directed.
• Handle mechanical/pump room or chemical problems as necessary.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off or sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential referral and counseling services
• Self-funded legal services

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees