GlobalX Summer Programs Lifeguard

SALARY RANGE: $17.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

The Global Exchange Academy (GlobalX) is seeking Lifeguards for our Summer Programs. Lifeguards will ensure the safety of students ages 4 through grade 8 during swim lessons, maintaining a safe and supportive aquatic environment. Under the supervision of the Pool Manager and Head Lifeguard, Lifeguards are responsible for monitoring pool activities, enforcing safety protocols, preventing accidents, and responding to emergencies as needed.

Be part of a team that inspires learning, growth, and a love for swimming throughout the summer!

Position Details

• Program Duration: Up to 8 weeks during Summer Programs (dates may vary)
• Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (hours may vary)
• Orientation: Mandatory in-person session
• Compensation: $17.00/Hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supervise all pool activities to ensure student safety.
• Enforce pool rules and respond swiftly to any signs of distress or unsafe behavior.
• Perform water rescues, administer first aid, and provide CPR if necessary.
• Conduct routine safety checks and ensure all equipment is in working order.
• Collaborate with swim instructors and program staff to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Set up and break down pool equipment as needed.
• May act as a swim instructor as needed.
• Police pool, pool area and bleachers.
• Provide quality patron surveillance during ‘on duty’ times.
• Handle any infractions of pool rules.
• Understand that the entire pool area is their responsibility.
• Focus on safety first, following rules, and maintaining correct use of the facility.
• Major area of focus is prevention of accidents.
• Responsible for participating students, spectators, teachers or anyone and everyone in the pool area.
• Extremely important to continuously work to decrease risk of any serious injuries.
• Maintain total control of all aquatic activities under your supervision.
• Be ready to review lifeguarding/first aid procedures.
• Be ready to perform a rescue of anyone at any time.
• Be ready to perform appropriate rescues or first aid to any victim in need.
• Be willing and ready to maintain physical conditioning
• Participate in daily required swims to help maintain physical conditioning.
• Look for the highest potential of accident/injury during patron surveillance.
• Willing to complete in-service training scenarios during the swim day.
• May act as a swim instructor occasionally.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Pool Manager and/or Head Lifeguard.

SCHOOL SAFETY

• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Report any injury, hazard or illness immediately to their Supervisor and Human Resources.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.
• Mandatory reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement or child protective services, and Human Resources. Sexual abuse includes child molestation, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with a minor, and serial sexual misconduct, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with more than one victim; and committed by or alleged to have been committed by any perpetrator who is not a student of an included entity.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrating Professional Body of Knowledge: A professional demonstrates an understanding of practice area knowledge and appreciates learning more about this practice area and beyond.
• Professional as a Learner: A professional engages in career-long professional learning and ongoing critical reflection to identify opportunities for improving leadership, mentoring, and collaboration. The inherent nature of a professional staff member is a keen, lifelong passion for learning, and a deep curiosity and wonder about people, events, and places.
• Fostering Effective Relationships: A professional builds positive working relationships with colleagues, other departments, and the community.
• Establishing an Inclusive Environment: A professional creates a safe, caring environment that is inclusive of and engaging for others.
• Professional as a Leader: A professional seeks leadership opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 16-years-old with a valid work permit.
• Must have current Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
• Able to recognize potentially dangerous situations and be able to take appropriate action.
• Strong swimming skills and understanding of water safety practices.
• Strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with teachers, students and parents if necessary.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience lifeguarding.
• Experience working with children of all ages.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position requires up to 8 weeks of work during the Summer Programs (dates may vary by course). Work hours are typically Monday – Friday, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (hours may vary by course).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our campus consists of multiple buildings on 44 hilly acres that requires frequent walking including uphill and stairs. The individual is required to talk and hear, often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee may be required to stand, walk, lift and carry approximately 10-15 pounds, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl. Requires close vision.

MENTAL DEMANDS

On a daily basis, must frequently problem solve, make decisions, interpret data, organize, speak, write, plan, and clearly communicate.

EQUIPMENT USE

Computer and/or iPad - occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS

Outdoor - frequently

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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