Lifeguard

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to ensure a safe and welcoming environment at their fitness facility. This role involves not only monitoring the pool area but also encouraging members to enhance their swimming and safety skills for leisure and wellness. The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma and relevant certifications, ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you are passionate about health and wellness and enjoy working with people, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Wellness Support

Tobacco/Nicotine Cessation Program

Qualifications

• Preferred American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification within 30 days.
• BLS Certification required within 45 days if no lifeguard certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide a friendly, safe environment for fitness facility users.
• Encourage members to improve swimming and safety skills.

Skills

Swimming Skills

Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Assistant Manager and Aquatics Programmer, the Lifeguard's primary responsibility is to provide a friendly, safe and sanitary environment that encourages members to continue to use the Fitness Plus facility, improve individual swimming and safety skills, and use those skills for leisure, recreation, and wellness purposes.

JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education:
High School Diploma - preferred

Certifications & Licensures:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification preferred within 30 days of employment.
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification - preferred.
- BLS Certification within 45 days of hire required if colleague does not have American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification.

Experience:
- N/A

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].

Saint Francis Healthcare System supports the overall health and wellness of our colleagues by discouraging the use of tobacco and nicotine products. If you are selected for a career opportunity with our organization, and are a tobacco or nicotine user, you will be required to complete a tobacco/nicotine cessation program within your first year of employment. This program is free of charge as part of our Employee Assistance Program.