Lifeguard

Co-Op Summer Enrichment is a summer program for low income children that emphasizes STEM enrichment alongside camp programming that infuses the joy of summer into all that we do.  Are you looking for a fun summer job? Do you also want to make a difference? Join us at Co-Op Camp! We are hiring team members who are eager to be a part of a program that emphasizes STEM learning, mentoring connections, and summer fun! 

What you'll be doing

You’re joining a team in a fast paced summer camp environment.  Most of what you will be responsible for is listed below but roles and discrete tasks can change.  At Co-Op you will do much of these tasks:

• Serve as a lifeguard for an elementary enrichment program that serves up to 245 children grades 1st-6th

• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent manner

• Identify potential accident hazards

• Be alert or prevent accidents (risk management)

• Handle discipline situations with courtesy and fairness

• Respond quickly, intelligently, decisively and in accordance with established emergency and accident management procedures

• Administer first aid and CPR as required per certification training

• Stay informed and aware of safety devices such as Defibrillator

• Collaborate & communicate with other lifeguards and supervisors

• Facilitate public relations with a positive and professional attitude, courtesy and tact

• Fill out appropriate reports as needed

• Participate fully in orientation experiences and weekly staff meetings

• Assist all counselors with logistics of entering and exiting the locker rooms and pool area

• Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisors

• Lead recreation experiences on days when the pool is closed and during our other special days

• Model and enforce all Covid safety requirements at all times 

What you bring

First and foremost, we are looking for someone who is warm, friendly and values teamwork.  We want you to join us to help children and then keep coming back because you love our community.  Did you know that 10% of our staff have been working for us for 5 or more years?. Also significant is that you have a desire to serve others and learn how STEM education and summer learning can create positive outcomes for children.  Lastly, we would need you to be ready to take on a full time summer job for all six weeks and do your best in a supportive and professional environment.

Requirements:

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification

• Must be at least 16 years old

• VACCINATION REQUIREMENT 

• Two references - only one can be a personal (non-family) reference 

Besides that you might:

• Have past experience working with children or helping others

• Seek a job where you can make a difference in the lives of kids

• Are ready to meet and work with other local teens, educators and nonprofit leaders from diverse backgrounds

• Want to know what Color Wars is and be already planning to win the annual trophy

• Are Bilingual (Spanish/English)

What we offer

• Camp Staff T-Shirt

• Highly collaborative work environment where your knowledge and experience are valued regardless of age or experience - all voices matter

• Opportunity to serve children from diverse backgrounds 

• Experience developing useful job and personal skills:

  • Leadership skills 

  • Organizational skills such as program planning and implementation 

  • Mentoring skills assisting younger children with problem-solving, conflict resolution and perseverance

• Recommendation letters for future endeavors (based upon performance)

• A workplace culture that prioritizes understanding, empathy and diversity

• A location on a bus route and .5 miles from the Mamaroneck MetroNorth train station

Are you excited?

So are we!

Apply today to play an active role in changing our world for the better by empowering and training the next generation of STEM leaders and bridging the digital divide through inclusion initiatives.

If you’re enthusiastic about our mission, we’d love to hear from you!  And please note:

→ Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet about 60% of the criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to apply only if they check all the boxes. If you think you have what it takes but don't meet every single point above, please still apply! We'd like to learn more about you to see if you could be a great fit. 

→ We value the diversity of our colleagues. People with disabilities are currently underrepresented in our company and underserved in our community. We want to change that. For this reason, we subscribe to equal employment opportunity principles and strongly encourage people living with disabilities to apply. We will support you in the working environment.

REQUIRED PROGRAM DATES & TIMES: 

June 26, 2023 to August 4, 2023 

8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Wednesday (weekly staff Meeting)

*all program start and end times/dates subject to change until program design is complete by June 1st

SALARY

• Base salary $3,625 - $4,000 (based on experience)

• Performance Bonus - up to $500

• Re-signing Bonus - $100

  • for previous Co-Op Counselors if application is submitted before April 1, 2023

• Base Salary paid bi-monthly in July and August (3 payments total)

• All bonus payments paid in the last salary check