Lifeguard (Non-Exempt) - PT, Days, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays

Mercy; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard for its Fitness Center. This role involves monitoring swimming activities to ensure safety and assisting swimmers, requiring immediate certifications such as First Aid and Lifeguard Certification. The part-time position offers comprehensive health coverage, PTO, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement plans

Qualifications

• Required Licenses/Certifications: Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED within 60 days.
• Additional Licenses and Certifications: Lifeguard Certification within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas.
• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid.
• Maintains order in swimming areas and inspects facilities for cleanliness.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Job description

Position: Lifeguard

Department: Fitness Center, Mercy Southeast

Shift: Part-Time (12 hours/week), including days, evenings, holidays, and weekends

Our Mission: We bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of individuals—careers that utilize your skills, talents, and heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview: Monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and assist swimmers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas
• Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid
• Maintains order in swimming areas and inspects facilities for cleanliness
• May determine chlorine content and pH level of water using testing kits
• May provide swimming instructions
• Performs other duties as needed to support the organization's vision, mission, and values

Qualifications:

• Required Licenses/Certifications: Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED within 60 days
• Additional Licenses and Certifications: Lifeguard Certification within 60 days
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to read, write, and speak English

Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and employer-matched retirement plans for eligible employees working 32 or more hours per pay period.

Our Commitment: We aim to provide compassionate care, support our community, and innovate in healthcare. Join us to be part of our expanding efforts to serve and grow with our communities.

What Makes You a Good Match:

We value compassion, professionalism, a positive outlook, and advocacy. Collaboration and a willingness to go the extra mile to deliver excellent care are essential. If you share these values, we encourage you to apply.

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