Lifeguard
(Part time and flexible)
Experience/Certification:
Must have or be willing to obtain current certification in Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer through the American Red Cross. (Reimbursement program available)
Job Description:
- Maintain participant safety through preventative lifeguarding. Check the area for safety hazards and try to eliminate them. Close the facility if a hazardous condition warrants.
- Utilize appropriate rescue techniques and follow up procedures. Provide emergency first aid when necessary. Call for Safari Island staff backup when necessary.
- Report any accidents, unsafe conditions, or disciplinary problems on the appropriate forms. Curtail misuse of the facility.
- Strictly enforce pool policies, regulations, laws and/or ordinances governing the conduct of persons using the facility.
- Position yourself at the assigned locations at the pool for maximum visibility.
- Strive to maintain public relations. Refer Patrons to the appropriate Safari Island staff if there is a situation that you are unable to resolve.
- Remain at the pool unless properly relieved. Secure the pool if working closing shift.
- Responsible for other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A flexible schedule is necessary with the ability to work weekday and weekend shifts as necessary.
- Individuals must be able to attend any training sessions held by the department.
- Individuals must have or be willing to obtain and maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding through the American Red Cross while employed at Safari Island
- Individuals should display a customer driven attitude, and be a team player.
- Availability needed to substitute when necessary.
Primary Responsibilities:
To prevent accidents and eliminate or minimize hazardous situations Respond quickly to emergency situations/administer First Aid if necessary.
- To respond quickly to all emergency situations and administer the appropriate rescue skills as needed
- To observe, enforce and educate patrons of the rules and regulations of the pool at Safari Island
- To complete all required reports and records on schedule and to submit them to the proper person.
- To maintain a clean, safe and sanitary facility.
- To carry out all additional duties as assigned by the Shift Leader or Director of Aquatics.
- Wear an approved swimsuit and lifeguard shirt. An approved swimsuit is a one piece suit that is in
- Have a thorough knowledge of the rules and procedures of Safari Island.
Minimum Training and Experience Required
- A flexible schedule is necessary including the ability to teach both during the week and on weekends.
- Individuals must be able to attend any training sessions held by the department.
- Individuals must have and maintain current certification in CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer, Standard First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) all through the American Red Cross.
- Swim Instructors should display a positive customer service attitude, and be a team player.
- Available to substitute as necessary.
- Attend all scheduled in-services
- Understand and act out Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as needed.
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification (or be willing to obtain)
- Must have functional lifeguarding and rescue skills to effectively respond to emergency situations
Physical and Mental Abilities Required
- Must be able to perform the physical labor required to work with a variety of people
- Must have the ability and discretion to handle conflict among employees, as well as participants, and to determine the appropriate course of action