Lifeguard - Per Diem

Vanderheyden Hall•Wynantskill, NY

42d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal, per diem position for an outdoor pool, running from May through September. The schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends, with various shifts between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm. The role requires monitoring and maintaining the pool area, ensuring safety, and responding to emergencies. The position is committed to the Sanctuary Model, focusing on creating a trauma-informed community for both service recipients and providers. Vanderheyden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Must be First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Must be Certified Lifeguard
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Monitor, maintain, and utilize sound working knowledge of all program standards (OCFS, COA, CSE, and HIPAA).
Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
Contact emergency medical personnel and agency administration in case of a serious injury.
Instruct and provide all swimming participants with safety precaution information.
Patrol and monitor the swimming pool area to ensure compliance and safety measures are upheld.
Maintain the quality of the pool water by testing chemical levels.
Complete and maintain records of water and pool area conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
Warn swimmers of inclement weather, unsafe areas, and illegal conduct.
Inspect recreational equipment for the pool area to ensure safety.
Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as business needs require.