What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Camp - Lifeguard position at YMCA Buffalo Niagara?
YMCA Buffalo Niagara operates two premier summer overnight camps in Western New York.
YMCA Camp Kenan (CampKenan.com) overlooks beautiful Lake Ontario on 50 acres near Barker, NY.
YMCA Camp Weona (CampWeona.com) is nestled among 800 acres of hills and forests in Gainesville, NY.
When applying for this job, you will be asked to select the overnight camp location you would prefer to work at.
Camp activities include swimming, archery, low & high ropes challenges, climbing wall, gaga ball, arts & crafts, nature, science, and more.
The Y is looking for talented individuals with a passion for the YMCA's mission and cause, an understanding of YMCA programs and services, and whose everyday values reflect the core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.
POSITION SUMMARY :
Responsible for the safe operation of the swimming pool and waterfront program activities. Delivers swim lessons to participants. Performs the responsibilities of overnight camp counselor when not lifeguarding.
GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE :
This is a residential position where food and lodging are provided during hours of work. The work week follows the camper session which begins each Sunday and ends on Friday with a 24 hour break in-between. Dates of employment include a week of training starting June 22, 2025, 7 weeks of program, and concludes on August 16, 2025.
BENEFITS :
Complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara Membership, discounted program fees, paid sick leave, training and leadership development opportunities, and an outstanding work environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Enforce all pool safety rules, pool emergency procedures, and aid swimmers when necessary.
- Complete incident reports and treat injuries.
- Instruct participants in swim classes, and implement the YMCA of the USA and YMCA Buffalo Niagara swim instruction program.
- Is alert, friendly and responsive to swimmers, parents, and co-workers.
- Record pool temperature, pool chemical qualities, documentation of swim lesson skill achievement, and attendance.
- Perform the duties of an overnight camp counselor when not scheduled to be on the pool deck.
- Follow and enforce department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Ensure PPE compliance.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of program / work areas.
- Ensure proper usage of pool equipment, i.e., lane lines, emergency equipment, etc.
- Maintain all required certifications, attend all staff training sessions to practice skills and learn program standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Daily pay rate : $58
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Salary : $58
