Camp Lifeguard

Seeds of Peace Camp; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,108; Full time

Job summary

A successful outdoor camp in Scarborough, Maine, is seeking Camp Lifeguards to ensure camper safety at the waterfront. Ideal candidates will supervise activities, conduct swim assessments, and maintain operational standards while fostering an inclusive environment. Requirements include experience working with youth, strong communication skills, and current lifeguard certification. Join a dedicated team committed to youth development and professionalism in a dynamic camp setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and youth in a camp or educational setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required to work effectively with staff and campers.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment focusing on risk management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of campers and staff in and around the waterfront.
• Conduct swim assessments and complete necessary documentation such as injury reports.
• Assist with camp-wide activities and special events.

Skills

Experience working with children and youth

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Commitment to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

Lifeguard certification

Job description

Camp Ketcha

Are you passionate about the natural world and making a difference in the lives of youth? Camp Ketcha is a dynamic outdoor day camp located on 107 acres of fields, woods, marsh, and wetlands in Scarborough, Maine. Each summer, we hire over 90 staff members to support campers through hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and meaningful community‑building experiences.

Camp Lifeguards – Junior LG Ages 16+ & Senior LG Ages 18+ - Junior LG Starting at $16.50/hr & Senior LG Starting at $17.50/hr

Lifeguards at Camp Ketcha are responsible for the safety, supervision, and well‑being of all campers and staff in and around the waterfront. This role requires constant vigilance, sound judgment, and a calm, confident presence to ensure a safe and positive waterfront experience. Lifeguards support daily swim programming, enforce waterfront policies, and maintain a clean, organized, and well‑managed waterfront area, including the pool, pond, changing rooms, pumphouse, and lifeguard facilities.

In addition to maintaining active surveillance and responding promptly to emergencies, Lifeguards play an important role in camper development by fostering a supportive, inclusive environment and modeling positive behavior. Lifeguards conduct swim assessments, complete required documentation such as injury reports, and collaborate closely with counselors and leadership to ensure appropriate supervision and behavior management at the waterfront. As members of the larger camp team, Lifeguards may also assist with camp‑wide activities, daily check‑ins and dismissals, and special events. This position requires flexibility, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety and professionalism. To learn more, please visit our WEBSITE.

To Apply

Please find our Summer 2026 Staff Application HERE.

Required Job Qualifications

• Experience working with children and youth.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to Ketcha Outdoors’ mission, vision, and values.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment for yourself, campers, and staff, with a clear focus on risk management.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with staff at all levels.
• Demonstrated personal integrity and professional conduct.
• Reliability, flexibility, and dependability in a fast‑paced environment.
• Completion of Mandated Reporter Training (provided by Ketcha during staff training).
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain certification prior to the start of employment.
• Comfort working in and around water.
• Comfort supervising and communicating with groups of campers.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.