Camp Lifeguard (Seasonal) at The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory

Burkesville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lifeguarding, C.P.R., First Aid, Swimming Instruction, Safety Procedures, Chemical Monitoring, Emergency Response, Team Collaboration, Aquatic Evaluation, Boating Safety, Pool Maintenance, Camp Activities, Communication, Surveillance, Physical Endurance, Cleaning

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Location: Burkesville, KY About this opportunity: (Seasonal) Serves as a lifeguard for all camp waterfront operations; provides constant surveillance of waterfront activities; maintains the cleanliness of the pool and lake area; monitors and controls the chemical levels of pool water ensuring proper levels are maintained at all times; prepares pool records in an accurate and complete manner; plans swimming activities at camps pool and waterfront. Key responsibilities: Provides emergency lifesaving assistance to swimmers; performs lifesaving C.P.R. and first aid in accordance with certified practices and procedures; contacts emergency medical assistance when needed; stays with victims until emergency medical assistance takes over care of victim. Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards. Assist in maintaining swimming pool and lakefront programs. Ensures the camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures in boating by assisting in the implementations of staff training for boating, train other staff in their boating responsibilities and ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures for boating. Provides constant surveillance of pool and waterfront activities to help prevent and manage injuries. Directs and supervises the behavior of all swimmers to ensure compliance with pool safety rules. Evaluate aquatics abilities of campers and staff. Teaches swim classes as assigned. Monitors opening day swim try-outs, free swim, water carnivals, and night swims. Maintains changes in weather and responds appropriately and in cooperation with established camp guidelines for waterfront evacuation; guides campers in a calm and orderly manner. Assists with movement of swimmers and conduct rainy day activities with campers. No personal swimming when campers swim period is in session. Maintains the cleanliness of the pool water; vacuums bottom of pool surface; scrubs side walls; back washes filter system; checks filter gauges and regulates water level and temperature of pool. Cleans rest rooms, deck, baby pool and grounds. Monitors and controls the chemical levels of pool water ensuring proper levels are maintained at all times. Provides pool records in an accurate and complete manner. Maintains neatness and cleanliness of waterfront area; collects and disposes of trash. Daily inspection and cleaning of paddle boats, pontoon boat, dock areas and life jackets. Makes sure that all boating equipment is secured and locked before personnel leave the lake area. Monitors waterfront activities to include swimming, boating, canoeing, etc.. Everyone must leave the waterfront/pool area before leaving the area. Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions. Sits with camper tables during meals and serve as a table monitor when needed. Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection. Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director. Performs other duties as assigned. What we are looking for in you: One year experience working as a life guard preferred, Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certification as a Lifeguard by a nationally recognized certifying body; Life Saving Certification C.P.R. and First Aid Certification Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Some physical requirements of the Camp Lifeguard – Aquatics/Lakefront position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate lifeguard equipment and activities are required. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions. Why work for us? The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good. Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are… Passionate Compassionate Uplifting Brave Trustworthy Additional Information: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location. We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

Responsibilities

The Camp Lifeguard is responsible for providing constant surveillance of waterfront activities and ensuring the safety of campers during swimming and boating activities. They also maintain the cleanliness of the pool and lake area and monitor chemical levels in the pool water.