Camp Lifeguard - Summer Overnight Camp

Description

Are you ready to make a splash this summer? Join us as a Camp Lifeguard and be the hero of Lake! Your mission: keep our campers safe while they have the time of their lives swimming, splashing, and soaking up the sun. You'll be the guardian of the water, ensuring everyone follows the rules and stays safe. Plus, you'll get to lead fun water games and activities that our campers will love. From teaching kayaking to help with Aquafest, you'll be at the heart of the action. If you're a strong swimmer with a passion for safety and fun, we want you on our team! Get ready to dive into an unforgettable summer filled with laughter, adventure, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Don’t miss out! APPLY TODAY and embark on your next adventure with YMCA Camp Classen!

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the Waterfront: Keep a watchful eye during exciting programs, ensuring everyone has a safe and enjoyable time.
2. Set Up Engaging Water Activities: Create memorable moments engaging our participants and teaching them
3. Administer Life-Saving Skills: Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively in emergencies

Qualifications:

• Alertness: Your primary responsibility is the safety of program participants. Stay vigilant at all times.
• Professionalism: Maintain a neat appearance and adhere to set standards.
• Safety Enforcement: Enforce safety regulations promptly and courteously.
• First Aid Skills: Understand and carry out first aid and emergency procedures.
• Team Player: Foster positive relationships with campers, participants, and fellow staff.
• Integrity: Uphold YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Essential Functions:

• Active Surveillance: Keep a close watch over the waterfront area.
• Emergency Response: Know and follow emergency procedures promptly.
• Positive Atmosphere: Create an enjoyable environment for all participants.
• Safety Rules: Consistently apply safety guidelines.
• Flexible Schedule: Be ready for irregular hours in a rustic outdoor camp setting. Must have flexible schedule during the work week M - F and between 9 am - 5 pm.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• YMCA Lifeguard or certification by another nationally recognized organization.
• Must stay current in CPR/AED/O2 and First Aid, renewed annually.
• Must possess a cooperative spirit to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to staff, lay leaders, Y members, program participants and the general public.
• Bloodborne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire and renewed annually.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

COMPENSATION AND AMENITIES:

• Starting $225.00 per week plus room and board 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings. Will require outdoor work in a variety of weather. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Salary : $225