Lifeguard

Jewish Alliance Of Greater Rhode Island; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee service discount

Free membership

Employment with a large, financially-s

Job summary

The Jewish Alliance Of Greater Rhode Island is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard for Providence. The role requires current lifeguard, CPR for the professional rescuer, first aid, and AED certifications, plus the ability to swim 300 yards non-stop within 8 minutes.

You will enforce pool rules, assist in safety, and engage with members in a friendly, professional manner. Shifts run Monday–Friday with potential weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• Current certifications in lifeguarding, CPR for the professional rescuer, first aid, and AED.
• Proficient swimming ability to swim at least 300 yards non-stop under 8 minutes.
• Ability to extract victims from water to the pool deck safely.
• Attentiveness to visual and audible cues for swimmers in distress.
• Mobility around and in the pool area.
• Excellent communication and positive engagement with members and guests.
• Enthusiastic, friendly attitude and professional appearance.
• Reliable team player with the ability to work under pressure and multitask.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Water Safety Instructor Certification (Preferred, not required).

Responsibilities

• Enforce all pool rules and Jewish Alliance policies.
• Maintain a consistent work schedule to exceed member expectations.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training.
• Maintain current Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED certification.
• Assist in maintenance and cleanliness of the aquatics center.
• Notify Aquatic Director of accidents, rescues, problems, or equipment in need of repair.
• Understand members' needs; be attentive, respectful and listen.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED

First Aid

Water Safety

Job description

LifeguardThe Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island, located in Providence's beautiful East Side, provides its members with quality educational and social programs and services, has a beautiful fitness facility, and a thriving aquatic community. Including a RIMA and USA Swim certified competitive swim team.The Lifeguard should be a motivated team player comfortable working in a structured environment. Our members provide our community fitness center with a dedicated clientele, and we encourage a strong customer service focus in our team. This position is looking to fill Monday-Friday 6:15am-3:00pm and/or 3:00-8:00pm with occasional weekends required.

Position responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Enforce all pool rules and Jewish Alliance policies
• Maintain a consistent work schedule where you always exceed member expectations
• Actively participate in meetings and training programs including in-service training
• Maintain current Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED certification
• Assist in the maintenance and cleanliness of the aquatics center
• Notify Aquatic Director of any accidents, rescues, problems, or equipment in need of repair
• Understand and anticipate the needs of members; be attentive, respectful and listen
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment

Enjoy the following benefits of employment with the Jewish Alliance:

• A strong member base and dedicated clientele
• Employee service discount
• Free membership
• Employment with a large, financially sound company

Qualified candidates will possess the following skills, abilities, and Experience:

• Current certifications in lifeguarding, CPR for the professional rescuer, first aid, and AED
• Proficient swimming ability need to swim at least 300 yards non-stop under 8 minutes
• Ability to properly extract victims from the water to the pool deck
• Attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of unsafe behaviors
• Mobility around and in the pool
• Excellent communication and positive engagement with employees, members and guests
• Enthusiastic, friendly attitude and professional appearance
• Reliable team player with the ability to work under pressure and multitask
• A flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Water Safety Instructor Certification (Preferred not required)