Lifeguard

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc.; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc. is seeking a Lifeguard to oversee pool safety during swim programs in Baltimore, MD. The role requires vigilance, emergency response readiness, and routine chemical monitoring to maintain a safe aquatic environment.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, enforcing policies, assisting with locker rooms, and supporting patient transfer activities. Applicants should hold Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR certifications; Pool Operator certification is

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain valid Lifeguard certification.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Pool Operator certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool area to ensure participant safety and a clean aquatic environment.
• Identify emergencies and apply life-saving techniques per policies.
• Test and record pool chemical levels daily per Aquatics procedures.
• Control access to pool area to supervise clients and staff during program hours.
• Assist with locker rooms and transitions; help clients entering/exiting pool.
• Set up and maintain patient treatment areas while ensuring safety, hygiene, and privacy.
• Inventory and maintain instructional equipment.
• Notify managers of pool conditions needing attention.
• Perform non-patient duties, including tours and greeting/transporting patients.
• Assist with patient transfer techniques using proper body mechanics.

Skills

Lifeguard

First Aid

CPR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pool Operator certification

Job description

Overview

The Lifeguard is responsible for the safety and supervision of the pool area during swim programs.

Responsibilities

1. Provide supervision of pool area ensuring the safety of all pool participants. Maintain safe and clean environment for aquatic activities.
2. Identify emergencies and carry out appropriate life-saving techniques in accordance with all policies and procedures for minor and major medical emergencies.
3. Test pool chemical levels and maintain daily records of readings as noted in the Kennedy Krieger Institute Aquatics Policies and Procedures.
4. Oversee pool security by controlling access of clients and staff during program hours.
5. Assist in the supervision of locker rooms and transitional areas. Assist clients and staff entering/exiting pool and pool areas.
6. Set up, maintain, and clean patient treatment areas. Ensure patient and staff safety, hygiene, and privacy according to patient-specific and standard precautions.
7. Inventory, secure, clean, and maintain all instructional equipment
8. Notify Manager, Adaptive Aquatics and Wellness or Facilities department, as appropriate, of any conditions relating to the pool that may require attention.
9. Perform non patient care duties, including conducting program tours and greeting/transporting patients.
10. Execute various patient transfer techniques using proper body mechanics and assistive devices, requesting assistance as needed.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain valid and current certification as a Lifeguard.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Pool Operator certification preferred.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED required.

EXPERIENCE:

1 year of prior experience as a lifeguard in a therapeutic setting preferred.

Minimum pay range

USD $32,570.10/Yr.

Maximum pay range

USD $51,271.79/Yr.

Vacancy ID 13496

Job Location : Street 801 N. Broadway

# of Hours 40.00

Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore

Pos. Type Regular Full Time

Department : Name International Center for Spinal Cord Injury

Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet