Lifeguard

Goldfish Swim School - Winter Garden; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Paid training

Job summary

A family-oriented swim school in New York is seeking energetic Lifeguards to ensure the safety of young patrons while providing an enjoyable atmosphere. Candidates should have certifications in CPR and First Aid, along with a passion for working with children. This role offers a fun work environment with opportunities for growth and team collaborations.

Qualifications

• Experience working around children and families.
• Must have AED/CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Shallow Water Lifeguard certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.
• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons.
• Communicate rules of the facility fairly and consistently.
• Conduct accident/incident reports as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Energetic personality

Strong work ethic

Education

AED/CPR/First Aid certifications

Shallow Water Lifeguard certification

Job description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts

If you love working with children and want to have a blast when you come to work, Goldfish is the place for you! We have a wonderful warm and tropical atmosphere that will make you smile every day when you come to work. We wear flip flops, we sing on the job, we give high fives freely, but most importantly, we love our employees and reward them for their hard work.

We are currently hiring multiple energetic Lifeguards who have a passion for kids and the water. Must be able to work 2 shifts per week (min 8-10 hours) and be available 1 weekend day minimum. Prior swim experience is not necessary, but a willingness to work on a team and have FUN is a must!

A Few Things About Us:

• We work hard, but love to have fun with our students and each other!
• Training is paid and Lifeguard/CPR courses are provided in-facility once per month exclusively to Goldfish employees!
• Shifts are set each week and consistent until YOU request a new schedule!
• Financial bonuses and advancement opportunities including supervisory and management positions!
• Wonderful warm and tropical atmosphere centered around kids and family comfort!

Lifeguard Duties and Responsibilities:

Summary: Ensures the safety of patrons of the Goldfish Swim School by preventing and responding to emergencies. Wears the required Goldfish Swim School Lifeguard uniform while on duty including PPE and a rescue tube.

• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of an accident or emergency.
• Communicate the rules of the facility to patrons fairly and consistently.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Ensures that medical services (EMS or other) are contacted by most appropriate means when necessary to respond to an emergency.
• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Completes accident/incident reports as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and safe facility as directed/assigned.
• Assists with closing and securing the facility.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Experience working around children and families.
• Relate well to children, parents, team members, and have great communication skills.
• Must have AED/CPR/First Aid certifications and be able to perform a BLS scenario as a condition of employment
• Shallow Water Lifeguard certification - Ellis preferred, Red Cross accepted upon hire (Must transfer certification to Ellis upon license renewal by participating in a one day "Challenge Course").
• Required to attend monthly in-services to keep up with certifications, held on the same day and time each month

Candidate Profile:

• Outgoing and energetic personality
• Friendly, positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and well organized
• Focused on SAFETY!
• Flexible and able to adapt to company growth and evolving responsibilities
• Must be comfortable working with and around young children

Work Environment: While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to indoor heat (maximum 91 degrees F), for the entirety of the shift (maximum 4 hours), humidity (maximum 55%), and chlorinated water. Noise level is usually moderate to loud.

If you are a team player, energetic, are excited to work with children and make a difference in their lives, then this is the job for you.