Lifeguard

Position summary: To monitor activity at the pool and to maintain a safe poolside environment. To respond promptly to emergency situations. To instruct swimmers in swimming skills development. May also serve as the Aquatics Director.Reports to: Summer Camp DirectorSalary range: $17 - $20 per hourRequired education and experience: Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, OR Royal Bronze Medallion, OR Boy Scouts of America Lifeguard Certificate OR National Y.M.C.A. Lifeguard Certificate, AND American Red Cross CPR Certificate for the Professional Rescuer OR American Heart AssociationCPR Certificate for the Health Care Provider, OR National Safety Council CPR Training; AND Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate, OR a Red Cross Community First Aid and SafetyCertificate (which certification may be evidenced by a notation on the back of any Red CrossLifeguard Training Certificate), OR National Safety Council First Aid Training, Level 2. Additional eligibility qualifications:1. Minimum 16 years of age.2. Evidence of mandatory vaccinations or immunity to infectious diseases (including TB). On-going education, training, certification: Maintain lifeguard, first-aid and CPR certifications. Evidence of mandatory vaccinations or immunity to infectious diseases (including TB). Responsibilities/Core Functions: All staff serve as mandated reporters as stipulated under state laws governing center locations. All staff ensure all needs of children are met.Emergency response Able to immediately rescue a swimmer in distress. Able to immediately respond to a lost swimmer situation. Able to immediately administer First-Aid / CPR. Ensure the Camp Director is aware of emergency situations and emergency services are call when needed. Complete all paperwork documenting the event, such as Injury Reports, within 24 hours. Pool area safety monitoring Maintains a high level of alertness, and conducts pool and pool area patrols. Conducts all required pool checks. Actively works to prevent accidents related to the pool and pool activities. Direct attention to all persons in the pool and pool area. Always aware of every child in the pool area. Ensure the pool area is kept clean, safe, and well organized with supplies and equipment. Store when not in use. Ensure the pool area is locked when it is not in use. Promptly notifies the Camp Director when equipment or toys have become unsafe, and that they are taken out of use. Immediately notified the Camp Director of any hazardous situations. Prevent all unauthorized persons from entering the pool area. Swimming instruction Work with the Camp Director to plan and run all swimming lessons. Ensure skill instruction is occurring for the corresponding skill growth level. Ensure skill develop progress is documented and shared with the families after each lesson. Other responsibilities: Cooperate with the Camp Director and other staff in those activities involving the whole program. Greet and treat parents, children, and staff with kindness and respect. Arrives to the poolside as scheduled, and remains on alert. Securely locks the pool area when not able to oversee. Ensure paperwork is completed and up to date. Daily care of pool, pool area, and equipment and report items needing repair or replacement. Perform duties as assigned by the Camp Director.Required attire Red or bright orange bathing suit. Orange hat or sun helmet. T-shirt or other outer garments have 4 lettering on the back with the work lifeguard. Apply sunscreen regularly. Skills/Competency: Responds effectively to emergency situations. Quickly and effectively problem solve complex situations. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Cultivate and maintain an atmosphere of teamwork. Genuine enjoyment when working with children. Comfortably engage with students, staff, and parents. Easily and compassionately address students needs and engage/counsel parents. Contribute to program growth. Maintain sound working relationships with staff. Other performance indicators: Adhere to Playful Minds policies given verbally or in writing, such as Employee Handbook, Confidentiality Policy, Safety Procedures, etc. Cooperate with the Camp Director and other staff in activities involving the whole program. Great and treat children, parents, and staff with kindness and respect. Engage with children and staff to maintain positive relationships. Be professional at all times. Refrain from gossip.Work environment: Pool and poolside area. Outside play areas. Heat/humidity conditions.Physical demands: Excellent swimming ability. Lift/carry/rescue children up to 75 lbs. Bend and sit on floor. Run, skip, and hop. Reach, grasp, stoop, and twist to use both arms and legs changing position, moving, and manipulating items. Sit and stand for long periods of time.Expected hours: 40 per week, 8 hour shifts Work Location: In person