Summer Camp Lifeguard

Quest Inc. • Apopka, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Quest, Inc. makes a difference in the lives of nearly 600 people each day. For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has been committed to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. We are a trusted name in offering compassionate, quality support services, and we invite you to be a part of our team. At Quest, Inc., our mission is to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life. We are guided by the vision to provide lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older required.
• High School diploma required.
• Certified Lifeguard by ARC or similar governing body
• Previous experience utilizing Pool chemicals, aquatic safety equipment and non-motorized watercrafts (i.e., canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Plans activities in specialized area as well as evening programs and all camp activities, including activity documentation (including activity plans, evening program plans, rainy day plans and other).
• Ensures that camp safety regulations for guests and fellow staff members are followed.
• Regulates aquatic safety regulations for guests and fellow staff members, including providing lifeguard coverage of camp aquatic activities and training staff on pool rules and regulations
• Conducts checks of aquatics areas and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair, including performing pool chemical checks and documentation
• Facilitates engagement in camp activities by leading activities and assigning responsibilities to participants.
• Maintains a resort like environment for persons served, other team members and visitors.
• Cares for guests served with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting (including incontinent care), feeding and repositioning when assigned to assist in cabin times.
• Inventories assigned activity areas at start and end of summer season.
• Participates actively in all required camp trainings and meetings, facilitating specific training sessions/meetings when assigned.
• Facilitates guest choice in activities by providing variety and information on available choices within activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED