What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Lifeguard position at BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LOWER BERGEN COUNTY INC?
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
- Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of an aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
- Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
- Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
- Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service.
- Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
RELATIONSHIPS:
- Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer) to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
- External: Maintains contact with members, families and the general public to give and obtain information
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- Less than high school with 6 months to 1 year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. CPR Certified
- Current certification as Lifeguard recognized by the New Jersey Department of Health.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Skill in the application of life-guarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
- Ability to pass pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department.
- Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
- Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
Salary : $16 - $25