Lifeguard (Part Time)

Williamsburg Landing Inc•Williamsburg, VA

3d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard, under the direction and supervision of the Health Club Manager of the Health Club & Spa, is responsible for supervising all swimmers in and around the pool. Ensures safety of all those using the aquatic center. Ensures the pool, hot tub, and environs are properly maintained. All work is performed collaboratively with and in support of other services offered by Williamsburg Landing.

Requirements

Certification as a Lifeguard
Current CPR, AED and First Aid training required

Nice To Haves

Prefer high school graduate
Prefer previous experience as a lifeguard in a recreational or therapeutic setting
General knowledge of physical limitations of older adults is preferred
Knowledge of pool maintenance

Responsibilities

Ensures the safety of patrons through direct supervision of the Aquatic Area
Ensures that lap lanes are available for lap swimming during open swim times
Completes daily checklist of duties
Tests both swimming pool and hot tub water chemistry as scheduled daily; records and posts pool temperatures, pH and bromine levels for all pools
Conducts personalized pool orientations for members; performs orientation of aquatic specific exercises and equipment; instructs members about appropriate safety concerns.
Monitors members’ continual wellness goals/needs and when possible, facilitates services and/or programs to meet those goals/needs
Maintains a clean and safe environment; performs designated cleaning assignments
Performs frequent visual inspections of equipment to ensure cleanliness
Inspects pool equipment and notifies Health Club Manager of any problems
Inspects locker rooms and cleans as needed if no one is in the aquatic area
Develops relationships with members; develops rapport by maintaining an “open door” to members
Ensures members and guests follow posted rules and policies
Answers questions and helps resolve member problems and conflicts; informs Health Club Manager of all problems and concerns
Follows established policies and procedures for Incident Reporting
Provides appropriate member updates to staff
Attends and fully participates in assigned committee meetings as well as other meetings as required/requested
Complies with all Williamsburg Landing policies and procedures including those addressing conduct, dress, safety, and attendance
Evaluates work processes and methods and submits recommendations for continuous quality improvement
Attends scheduled training programs for professional development that includes, at a minimum, trainings required by Williamsburg Landing and by regulatory and accrediting bodies
Performs other duties as assigned