Lifeguard (Summer Position)

GSSEM; Columbus (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks an Aquatic Supervisor to oversee camp aquatic activities in compliance with Michigan guidelines. The role involves organizing pool activities, ensuring participant safety, and maintaining a clean environment. Successful candidates must hold current Lifeguard and CPR certifications and have experience teaching youth activities. This position requires strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and certified as a Lifeguard.
• Experience in teaching youth activities is required.
• Previous management/supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise camp aquatic activities for all age levels.
• Maintain a clean and healthy pool environment and enforce safety procedures.
• Take responsibility for the proper use of aquatic equipment.

Skills

Good judgement

Supervision

Communication

Education

Current Lifeguard certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Tools

Lifesaving equipment

Pool vacuum

Standard cleaning equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

To organize and supervise camp aquatic activities in a manner consistent with State of Michigan Licensing Rules, GSUSA Guidelines, and GSSEM Safety Activity Checkpoints.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To incorporate opportunities for teaching courage, confidence, and character during daily interaction with campers and staff.
• To become familiar with age groups served and to organize and administer activities at the pool for each age level.
• To establish and enforce pool procedures in accordance with all applicable guidelines.
• To tie in the curriculum of activities to enable participants to earn age appropriate levels of Girl Scout recognitions, when applicable.
• To integrate aquatic activities or programs for special morning and evening events.
• To take responsibility for all aquatic equipment by the proper use, cleanliness, and storage.
• To maintain a clean and healthy pool environment by ensuring that environments where campers participate in aquatics are clean, free of hazards, and bathrooms are sanitized daily.
• To take responsibility for accurate record keeping as required by the American Red Cross and State of Michigan records as related to training staff and teaching campers.
• To ensure that all equipment is inspected for safety on a daily basis and requests for repair or replacement are directed to the Assistant Camp Director
• To maintain a properly equipped first aid kit at all times.
• Lead or assist with other programming as needed.
• To reside in a lodge and provide support for cabin groups as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years of age and have successfully completed and hold current certification as a Lifeguard from a nationally recognized organization and CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent or willing to obtain certification during training.
• Must be able to take immediate action during emergency situations in a calm and competent manner and to accept guidance and direction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be able to evaluate swimming skills at all levels, and supervise campers.
• Good judgement in anticipating and preventing accidents.
• Previous experience in a management or supervisory position.
• Experience in teaching youth activities is required.
• Knowledge of safety practices as applicable.
• Must be ready and able to communicate well with campers and staff and be flexible about programming options.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Become a registered member of Girl Scouts of the USA.
• Hold the minimum certification of Lifeguard Shallow Water, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
• EQUIPMENT USED: Lifesaving equipment, buddy boards, pool vacuum, pool equipment, and standard cleaning equipment.
• PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES/DEMANDS: Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time during pool sessions while being engaged. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds in and out of the water.

WORK CONDITIONS: Activities occur both in an indoor and outdoor environment