What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard | Summer 2025 position at Camp Curiosity?
Company Description
Camp Curiosity is located on a 50 acre farm in Doylestown, PA. We offer programs for campers aged Preschool - Kindergarten in our younger camp programs and Grade 1 - 6 in our older camp programs. Camp Curiosity is home of Curiosity Academy, Curiosity Shoppe, Toddler Center, & Doylestown Pickleball.
Camp Curiosity offers a fun spin on the traditional camp experience that allows campers to engage in a variety of activities focused on our four core areas: DISCOVER, EXPLORE, INVENT, and CREATE.
Job Description
Make a big splash this summer at Camp Curiosity! We are seeking energetic, passionate and team-oriented individuals to join our Aquatics team and create memorable experiences for the campers for the 2025 season.
Full-time and part-time available.
Hours: Monday-Friday between 8:30am-4:30pm; Shifts determined upon hire.
*No nights or weekends required*
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION & TRAINING PROVIDED!
Responsibilities
- Supervision of pool and pool area any time there are campers present in the area.
- Supervision of pond and creek areas during water-related camp activities, e.g. boating, fishing, creek walks.
- Maintenance of the pool and pool area for cleanliness, organization, free of litter, and safety.
- Assist in maintaining an accurate pool check record on a daily and weekly basis.
- Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas, including but not limited to enforcing pool rules and safety procedures.
- Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
- Assist swim instructors to instruct age-appropriate swimming skills to campers based on guidelines by the ARC.
- Identify and report camper behavior issues to Aquatic Supervisor and Camp Leadership.
- Identify and respond to first aid incidents, as needed.
- Be flexible and fill in where needed.
- Have a great attitude!
Qualifications
- Must be at least 15 yrs old.
- Prior leadership, work and/or childcare experience.
- Enjoy working with children.
- Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with independence, motivation, and responsibility.
- Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
- Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certifications and/or Lifeguard/WSI Certifications at time of hire or able to obtain before session start date.
- Must be able to obtain Background Clearances, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearances, and Mandated Reporter Training (will change with regulations).
Additional Information
Camp Curiosity will be hosting a CPR and Lifeguard Certification class in June 2025.
Camp Curiosity, Curiosity Shoppe, and Toddler Center is an equal opportunity child care provider and employer.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
