What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard -The Works Fitness Center position at Mass General Brigham?
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Job Summary
The Works Fitness Center is seeking a responsible and attentive Lifeguard to join our team and ensure the safety of our members in the pool area. As a Lifeguard, you will monitor pool activities, provide first aid if necessary, and ensure the facility’s environment is safe and enjoyable for everyone.Qualifications
Responsibilities:
Monitor swimming pool activities to ensure the safety of all members and guests. Respond quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Basic Swim Instructor [C-BSI] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required Heartsaver CPR AED [CPR] - American Heart Association (AHA) required Lifeguarding [ARC] - American Red Cross required
Experience
Previous Lifeguard or Swim Instructor experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Actively looking for ways to help people.
- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to function autonomously while keeping team members and leaders informed.
- Ability to rapidly make accurate decisions, analyze, and interpret information.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital/The Works Fitness Center, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
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EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
