What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park?
Lifeguard training will be provided by Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park.
SUMMARY
The Lifeguard has a legal duty to protect the safety of people in an assigned area. The Lifeguard has a professional obligation to prevent potential accidents by enforcing the rules and regulations of an aquatic setting and to react to any emergencies that occur.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Must have good eye-hand coordination.
- Must be able to read, and interpret printed material and illustrations.
- Anticipate how and where incidents will occur
- Recognize incidents utilizing the "10/20 Protection Rule"
- Effectively manage the incidents with skills that must be maintained at a "test-ready" level, including,
- Professional Rescuer CPR
- ILTP Lifeguard Skills
- Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider; AED, First Aid, Oxygen Administration
- Think critically about the complications that might be present in real situations
- Act in a professional manner
- Protect your safety and well-being
- Understand how to prevent exposure to disease transmission
- Abide by the contents and obligations as set forth in the ILTP & CARMP.
- Able to lift and drag up to 150 pounds unassisted.
- Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time, including in elevated chairs.
- Able to visually inspect conditions of pools and swimmers with 20/25 vision in both eyes (with or without corrective lenses).
- Able to hear noises and sounds of distress even outside one's vision.
- Able to communicate verbally including projecting the voice across large distances.
- Ability to follow and accomplish technical and complex instructions & procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Ability to properly and safely operate equipment used.
- Must be 16 years of age or older.
- Must be able to pass a swim test.
- Knowledge of the standards of care in aquatic industry.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with public, guests and staff members.
- Must be firm, fair, consistent and courteous in order to gain the respect and cooperation of the public.
- Must have a positive attitude in order to fully cooperate with other guards in a team effort, and adhere to rules and regulations to ensure successful operation of a facility.
- Must have the physical and mental conditions necessary to be able to properly and timely activate and complete the EAP system in the case of an emergency.
- Must possess good oral communication skills.
- Must be skilled in the use and care of supplied equipment.
- Independent judgment concerning work methods and procedures is required.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
- The Lifeguard must possess a Shallow water/Special Facilities Lifeguard license from the International Lifeguard Training Program/ CARMP
