Lifeguard - PH (Female)

The Associated and its Agencies•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baltimore Jewish Community Center (JCC), founded in 1854, is a vital and diverse organization committed to enhancing the general welfare of the total community in keeping with its Jewish values. The JCC offers a stimulating and supportive work environment with a mission focused on promoting and strengthening Jewish life and values. The organization prides itself on an inclusive and welcoming workplace that celebrates employee diversity, valuing each team member in a supportive environment where everyone is treated with appreciation and respect, and positioned to do their best work daily. The occupation of a lifeguard encompasses rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning, monitoring activities at a swimming pool to prevent accidents, teaching water safety through communication of rules and policies, and assisting patrons. This position will also help maintain order and cleanliness in the pool and pool areas, give instructions to swimmers, conduct or officiate at swimming meets, and administer first aid. Additional duties may include checking in and out items for the lost and found, testing and recording water quality for temperature and/or pH levels, and adding chemicals to test water samples. This position requires work on weekends and weekdays, including any combination of early morning, midday, and evening hours.

Requirements

Current Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding. Candidates with Lifeguard certification from other agencies may be considered but will be required to successfully “cross-over” to American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Current Certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer (including use of AED) & First Aid
Current Baltimore County and Baltimore City Pool Operator's certification required (we will assist with obtaining certification if hired)
May be required to successfully complete training in Bloodborne Pathogens, handling of hazardous materials (HAZMAT), Oxygen Administration, and child abuse prevention.
Ability to work weekends and weekdays, including any combination of hours between 6am – 10pm, as well as potentially split shifts throughout a day.
Must be female to meet the needs of our orthodox population to guard during female only swim.
Candidates should be able to swim 500 meters (550 yards) continuously in under 15 minutes, retrieve an object from water with a depth of 10 feet and return with it for 25 yards in under one minute and 30 seconds; perform any of the basic rescues required for American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, demonstrate proper CPR skills, and respond appropriately to emergency scenarios.
Lifeguards must be able to see and correctly identify objects (with vision correction or appropriate sunglasses) at 125 feet. Lifeguards must also be able to see in bright light. (Lifeguards must provide their own equipment, i.e., sunglasses, for dealing with glare and bright light conditions.) Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Lifeguards must be able to remain at their post for extended periods of up to three hours without a break.
Lifeguards are expected to be attired appropriately for entering the water and performing rescue procedures.
Lifeguards are expected to enter the water as needed to perform maintenance and other functions and should be able to return to their initial post for an extended period, even in wet clothing.
Lifeguards must be able to use a ladder to access and descend from the lifeguard chair.
Lifeguards must be able to use hand tools to clean the pool and pool area.
Lifeguards must be able to remove an unconscious adult from the water (with assistance and using appropriate methods.)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

2 years lifeguarding experience preferred (must provide references from previous employer, if applicable)

Responsibilities

Responsible for guarding during female only swim times.
Responsible for the safety of all swimmers during shift and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules.
Responsible for performing chemical readings and helping to maintain pool conditions according to Maryland bathing code.
Responsible for routine cleanliness of pool area, including scrubbing deck, railings, scum-lines, and other areas around the pool.
Responsible for presenting a positive, professional image of the JCC to members and guests and for providing outstanding member service through information, service, and courtesy always.
Active participation in regularly scheduled in-service training.
Maintain a high degree of personal physical fitness and readiness to react in the event of an emergency.
Assist Aquatics staff in other areas as needed.