Lifeguard (Prospect FSS Swim Program)

Center for Disability Services

Queensbury, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Customer Support/Service, Disability Accommodations, Fast Food, First Aid, High School Diploma, Market Surveys, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Time Management, University/School Policies
LOCATION
Queensbury, New York
POSTED
30+ days ago

Where people get better at life!

Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.


 

The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.  For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere. 

We are searching for a Lifeguard, dates are 5/6/2026-6/10/2026 on Wednesday's from 4pm-6pm at the Queensbury School Pool.

Responsibilities:

  • Visually surveying client/staff engaging in aquatic activities while standing/sitting on pool deck
  • Assist client in and out of the pool
  • Adhere to standard safety practices, as well as job, department and Center policies and procedures related to safety
  • Assist clients in preparation for activities as needed, including transferring and putting on of floatation equipment
  • Assists in the proper maintenance and sanitary up keep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms
  • Engage in pool set up and closing duties in accordance with Queensbury School pool policy (uncover/cover pool/equipment preparation)
  • Attend meetings as scheduled by Department
  • Notify supervisor of incident and complete Incident Reports when necessary
  • Monitor all waterfront equipment and report any defects with recommendations for correction to supervisor

Requirements:

  •    High School diploma or equivalent
  •    Specialized training, license, certification, skills: American Red Cross life guarding; CPR for the Pro-Rescuer; Standard First Aid
  •    At least 1 year of job related experience, specifically with people with developmental disabilities.

At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range:

$25.00 - $25.00

About the Company

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Center for Disability Services

Our Mission 


To enable and empower people, primarily those with disabilities, to lead healthy and enriched lives.

For over 75 years, the Center for Disability Services has been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities.

With more than 80 locations throughout 15 counties, we annually provide programs and services to over 12,000 individuals, ranging from infants to senior citizens, and their families. We provide services for over 300 different diagnoses of disabilities included Cerebral Palsy, developmental disabilities, Multiple Sclerosis, Autism Spectrum disorders, epilepsy, spina bifida, TBI and Down syndrome.

Our wide range of services under a single umbrella allows us to provide a seamless continuum of care as the people we support age or as their needs change. From intensive medical care to residential services, to dental care to mental health, the individuals we support can have it all managed through the Center.

The Center for Disability Services, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization provides additional services through the Down Syndrome Aim High Resource Center, and our affiliates: Prospect Center in Queensbury and St. Margaret’s Center in Albany. We are committed to the well being of the people we support, while providing opportunities which lead to more independent lifestyles and productive, happier lives. For a weekend, a week, or a lifetime, in your home or ours, the Center for Disability Services is here for you and your family.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
WEBSITE
http://www.cfdsny.org