Lifeguard

GetHired, Inc.; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid certification training

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Job summary

Americana Conference Resort & Spa is seeking a weekday day shift Lifeguard to educate guests on safety rules and pool regulations while monitoring the aquatic facility.

The role requires current lifeguard certification and First Aid/CPR-C with ability to respond calmly in emergencies. Flexibility to work shifts and a strong commitment to guest safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High school education is required at minimum.
• Current National Lifesaving Society Certification is required.
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C Certification is required.
• Previous relevant experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Educate the public to follow pool rules and health regulations.
• Be knowledgeable of facility scheduling, programming and services.
• Follow up on patron inquiries about facilities and services.
• Monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent incidents.
• Rescue swimmers in danger and provide emergency care until EMS arrives.
• Keep deck clear of obstructions and report malfunctions promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Aquatics Manager.

Skills

Lifeguard surveillance

Emergency response

Education

Some High School

National Lifesaving Society Certification

Standard First Aid & CPR-C Certification

Job description

**COMPETITIVE WAGES | PAID CERTIFICATION TRAINING | FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING | EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS**

**WEEKDAY DAY SHIFTS ONLY**

Primary Responsibilities:

• Educate the public towards safe and enjoyable aquatics by informing patrons of and enforcing pool rules and health regulations.
• Be knowledgeable of facility scheduling, programming and services.
• Follow up on any patron inquiries regarding the facility and services.
• Know potential pool hazards, watch for weak swimmers, etc.
• Be alert and vigilant, ensuring that your designated area receives the best supervision possible. Keep conversations to a minimum, keeping eyes on the pool even when conversing. Never leave assigned area without relief, except in case of emergency.
• Rescues swimmers requiring assistance or in danger of drowning.
• Provide emergency care and treatment to guests as required until emergency medical services arrives when necessary.
• Keep deck clear of obstructions.
• Deny access to individuals with open sores, rashes, evident communicable disease, or who exhibit unsafe behaviour.
• Check all lifesaving equipment each day before opening the facility and immediately report any malfunctions to manager or supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Manager.

Professional Qualifications:

• Some High School
• Current National Lifesaving Society Certification
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C Certification
• Previous experience is an asset

Personal Qualities:

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
• Ability to follow verbal and written direction
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work flexible shifts

The Americana Conference Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will make reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated.

This job posting is for a prospective opportunity within the company.