Lifeguard & Aquatics Specialist - Safe Swim Programs

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware; Hurley Heights (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Tickets at Work – Entertainment Events

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

Vision & Dental

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware in Seaford, DE, is seeking an Aquatic Specialist - Lifeguard to ensure the safety of members and patrons at the club's aquatic facility. Under the Aquatics Director, you will supervise, monitor chemical levels, respond to emergencies, and lead youth-focused aquatic activities.

The role emphasizes crisis response, safety, and positive programming; candidates must be certified lifeguards, CPR/First Aid, and Ellis & Associates credentials, with preferred prior

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Certified Ellis & Associates Lifeguard and Basic Leadership, or willing to become certified.
• Jeff Ellis Lifeguarding Certification required.
• One year lifeguard experience or pool operations preferred.
• Must possess CPR, First Aid Rescue Breathing and spinal injury handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Cooperate with staff to implement aquatics programs and activities.
• Maintain appropriate chemical levels in the pool.
• Monitor pool activities and identify safety issues.
• Direct swimmers out of the pool in hazardous conditions and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a clean and safe pool area.
• Incorporate high-yield learning activities in aquatics youth programs.
• Assist in emergencies per policy and guidelines.
• Supervise children and youth within guidelines.
• Assist in guidance and discipline of Club members.
• Complete reports and perform administrative tasks as needed.
• Contribute to the club's positive identity in the community.
• Complete in-service trainings and VAT drills.

Skills

First Aid/CPR/AED

Lifeguard certification

Emergency response

Spinal injury handling

Education

Ellis & Associates Lifeguard

Basic Leadership certification

Jeff Ellis Lifeguarding Certification

CPR certification

First Aid/Rescue Breathing

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware in Seaford, DE, is seeking an Aquatic Specialist - Lifeguard to ensure the safety of members and patrons at the club's aquatic facility. Under the Aquatics Director, you will supervise, monitor chemical levels, respond to emergencies, and lead youth-focused aquatic activities.

The role emphasizes crisis response, safety, and positive programming; candidates must be certified lifeguards, CPR/First Aid, and Ellis & Associates credentials, with preferred prior