What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Programs Lifeguard 2025 position at The Lovett School?
Lifeguard Job Requirements and Responsibilities:
- Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
- Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
- Administers first aid in the event of injury rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
- Evaluate conditions for safety and initiate an aquatics emergency action plan as required.
- Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
Position Description:
- This is a part-time, seasonal position running from June 3rd to July 19th, 2024
- Lifeguards will cover a time not to exceed 11 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday.
Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills:
- Lifeguard Certification
- CPR Certification
- Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff
- Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions
- Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety
- Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent
- American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent
