Lifeguard - South Knox Community Center (Vestal)

Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Vestal - Knoxville, TN Position Type: Part Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

We are hiring for a lifeguard at our Vestal Club! If you live close to South Knoxville and have your lifeguard certification, we need you! If you are looking for afternoon hours M-F between 2:30pm and 6pm, we have the perfect opportunity! We will also have more flexibility with our summer hours.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Lifeguard is responsible for implementing and supervising activities within the pool area, shower area, and locker room following all licensing requirements.

KEY ROLES (Job Responsibilities):

Program Development and Implementation

• Monitor and evaluate programs to ensure safety of members. Safety is the primary concern of the aquatics development worker.
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for members and visitors.
• Utilize programs that are fun and engaging to the members in the aquatics area and allow all members to participate regardless of skill level.
• Maintain a ratio of staff to members at 1:10.
• Keep track of all members’ pool usage utilizing the Visions tracking system.

Program Supervision

• Provide active supervision continually interacting with all members, providing motivation and encouragement.
• Always set an example of appropriate dress and monitor members' swim attire, helping them understand what is appropriate in the aquatics area.
• Observe and test all club members before they participate in water activities. Know and understand the skill level of each member in your group.
• Ensure that members understand and follow proper personal hygiene practices before and/or after swimming.
• Discipline members fairly, consistently, and only according to established policies and procedures.
• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings.

Prepare Youth for Success

• Know the Youth Development Strategy - Instill in youth feelings of Belonging, Usefulness, Influence, and Competence (BUIC).
• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
• promote and stimulate program participation;
• create opportunities for development of strengths and competencies;
• provide guidance and role modeling to members.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May participate in special programs and/or events.
• May be required to be a monitor on the bus.
• Complete trainings as required by the licensing agency.
• May be required to help out in multiple areas as needed.
• Maintain and clean the pool and surrounding area.
• Ensure the pool has proper chemical levels in the water.
• Keep all swimwear provided by the club clean and laundered.
• Clean any other areas and bathrooms as needed at the end of the day.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid Certified.
• Experience working with children.
• Knowledge of youth development.
• Knowledge of Department of Education/DHS Licensing Requirements.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to deal with the general public.
• Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Must be flexible and able to work well with other team members.
• Ability to multitask.
• Problem-solving skills.