What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at JEWISH ALLIANCE OF GREATER RHODE ISLAND?
Background:
The Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island, located in Providence's beautiful East Side, provides its members with quality educational and social programs and services, has a beautiful fitness facility, and a thriving aquatic community. Including a RIMA and USA Swim certified competitive swim team.
Job Description:
The Lifeguard should be a motivated team player comfortable working in a structured environment. Our members provide our community fitness center with a dedicated clientele, and we encourage a strong customer service focus in our team. This position is looking to fill Monday-Friday 6:15am-3:00pm and/or 3:00-8:00pm with occasional weekends required.
Position responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Enforce all pool rules and Jewish Alliance policies
- Maintain a consistent work schedule where you always exceed member expectations
- Actively participate in meetings and training programs including in-service training
- Maintain current Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED certification
- Assist in the maintenance and cleanliness of the aquatics center
- Notify Aquatic Director of any accidents, rescues, problems, or equipment in need of repair
- Understand and anticipate the needs of members; be attentive, respectful and listen
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment
Enjoy the following benefits of employment with the Jewish Alliance:
- A strong member base and dedicated clientele
- Employee service discount
- Free membership
- Employment with a large, financially sound company
Qualified candidates will possess the following skills, abilities, and experience:
- Current certifications in lifeguarding, CPR for the professional rescuer, first aid, and AED
- Proficient swimming ability – need to swim at least 300 yards non-stop under 8 minutes
- Ability to properly extract victims from the water to the pool deck
- Attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of unsafe behaviors
- Mobility around and in the pool
- Excellent communication and positive engagement with employees, members and guests
- Enthusiastic, friendly attitude and professional appearance
- Reliable team player with the ability to work under pressure and multitask
- A flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Water Safety Instructor Certification (Preferred not required)