What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Lifeguard (Seasonal) position at Alper JCC Miami?
- Ensure the safety of all pool guests by closely monitoring activities and enforcing pool rules.
- Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, providing lifesaving assistance and first aid when needed.
- Conduct routine safety checks of the pool and surrounding areas to identify and resolve potential hazards.
- Assist in organizing and supporting water-based programs and events.
- Provide excellent customer service, addressing questions and concerns in a professional manner.
- Work collaboratively with the aquatics team to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Qualifications:
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required.
This role involves regular interaction with fellow lifeguards, facility staff, and community members, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all pool visitors.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, and responding to emergency situations.
- Comfortable working outdoors in a hot and humid environment for extended periods.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to enforce rules with confidence and professionalism.
Lifeguards must be strong swimmers and prepared to enter the water as needed while maintaining alertness at all times. This role requires keen observation skills, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, to ensure safety at all times.
Dates of summer: June 9, 2025- August 1st, 2025.
About Alper JCC Miami:
Located in sunny, beautiful Miami, FL, the sprawling Alper JCC Miami on The Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus lies in the heart of the suburb of Kendall. Convenient and accessible, our Center provides many opportunities for the Jewish community and all south Miami-Dade County residents to enjoy recreational, educational, cultural and social activities.We offer our members and guests the chance to meet and connect with individuals and families from all over. For fitness enthusiasts, our Fitness Center is a great place to play racquetball, train with a friend in the gym, play tennis or swim in our chilled/heated 25 yard outdoor swimming pool. Our Youth and Adult Building, home to a wide selection of adult programs and our children's department offers the young and young at heart a place to gather and socialize. Also, our Sablotsky Cultural Arts Center hosts visual arts exhibits and performance or all ages and focuses on bringing renowned Jewish artists, authors, and entertainers for the community to enjoy!
