Lifeguard (Per Diem) - Northwest Cary Wellness Center

UNC Health; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a per diem Aquatics Attendant at the Northwest Cary Wellness Center in Cary, NC. You will answer member questions, maintain pool cleanliness and safety, monitor chemical levels, and ensure proper pool conditions throughout shifts.

The role requires CPR and Lifeguard certification, with preference for those who have experience assisting individuals with special needs. Onsite work with flexible hours, straightforward duties, and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required.
• Experience working with consumers with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answers questions and responds to requests from members regarding aquatics facility and services.
• Maintains pool cleanliness and safety, monitors chlorine and pH levels, and ensures proper temperatures and depth.
• Administers first aid, performs water rescue when needed, and enforces pool rules and Center policies.

Skills

Lifeguard

First aid

CPR

Safety awareness

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Ensures the safety of all members using the Northwest Cary Wellness Center aquatics facility. Maintains equipment and cleanliness of the facility.

Description Of Job Responsibilities

• Answers questions and responds to requests from members regarding aquatics facility and services
• Maintains the cleanliness of the swimming pool by completing tasks as outlined in the daily cleaning checklist, vacuuming the pool bottom, cleaning gutters, eliminating puddles on the pool deck and picking up any trash. Ensures the pool and whirlpool are maintained at the proper temperatures and depth, chlorine and pH levels.
• Monitors all users of the pool to ensure safety and prevent drowning. When necessary, administers first aid, perform a water rescue, and/or administer CPR if necessary. Enforces all pool rules, health regulations and Center policies

Education Requirements

None required.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Professional Experience Requirements

Prefer prior experience working with consumers with special needs such as arthritis, heart disease, and physical injuries or handicaps.

Other Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: Shared Services

Organization Unit: Northwest Cary Wellness Center

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 15.20

Salary Range: $17.43 - $24.05 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Cary

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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