Lifeguard

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of participants in the Aquatics Center. The lifeguard will also act as a first responder for health emergencies throughout the JCC as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Enforce and follow pool rules, and use proper lifeguarding procedures when needed

·        Educate participants and non-participants in safe water habits

·        Maintain constant surveillance of participants and non-member in the pool area

·        Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of participants and non-participants in the event of an emergency

·        Assist with emergency medical services when needed

·        Perform appropriate water rescues when necessary

·        Assist with various camps and programs as assigned

·        Participates in special events as directed by the Aquatics Supervisor

·        Perform various opening and closing duties as described on the daily to do list

·        Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility

·        Prepare pool surroundings for daily use including but not limited to straightening tables, chairs, pool equipment and offices; and disposing of trash and debris

· Keep Aquatics Supervisor informed of any problems arising with participants and ·        non-participants

·        Report all incidents to supervisor with a completed injury report

·        Check the quality of the pool water for the required times, record measurements, and any abnormal pool readings

·        Check all safety equipment when coming on duty and report any unsafe conditions to the Aquatics Supervisor

·        Attend all scheduled lifeguard-training sessions

·        Attend to specific setup, breakdown, and/or cleaning duties adherent to your shift

·        Additional duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:



·        American Red Cross CPR/AED for the professional rescuer

·        Nassau County Lifeguard Certification (IA or IB)

·        Swim lesson instruction or coaching experience preferred

·        Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred

Compensation details: 17-21 Hourly Wage

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