Lifeguard
About The Position
The primary function of the Lifeguard will be to ensure the safety of all patrons by supervising the pool area and responding swiftly and effectively to incidents or emergencies throughout our Summer Program running from June to September 1. Additionally, you will maintain a clean and organized environment both in and around the pool. We offer paid Lifeguard training for candidates who are not certified and successfully complete our lifeguard certification course. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable certifications while earning money during your training period!
Requirements
- Must be at least 15 years of age
- American Red Cross or other providers as accepted by Rens Co DOH, Lifeguarding Certification
- CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams, or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards
- Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff
- Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions
- Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety
- Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services
- Must pass a comprehensive background check, including but not limited to; fingerprinting, child abuse clearance, and sex offender registry check, as required by BGCCA.
Nice To Haves
- Previous lifeguard experience preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Supervise swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
- Warn swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
- Administer a deep end swim test for patrons to confirm they possess the required swimming skills for 5 to 12 ft deep water.
- Administer first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
- Evaluate conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
- Inspect pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
- Attend mandatory bi-weekly in-service trainings.
- Completes weekly lap swim requirement to maintain swimming proficiency required.
- Performs cleaning and maintenance duties as assigned.
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid Lifeguard training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
