Junior Lifeguard Camp Counselor

Team Sheeper Inc•Palo Alto, CA

6d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Palo Alto Swim and Sport is offering an exciting opportunity to lead the Jr. Lifeguard Camp Summer Program. The position is responsible for teaching basic Lifeguard skills at the appropriate level for Jr. Lifeguard campers. You must be able to engage and interact well with children between 9 and 14 years of age.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Current certification in Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience as a Lifeguard
Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Camp Counselor, or working with groups of children in some other capacity
Must be self-disciplined, responsible, alert, assertive, courteous, and professional behavior
Must have excellent communication skills and be punctual
Must be able to commit to at least 4 week-long shifts Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

Lead campers to ensure safe, well-run activities for children in a fun environment
Know the daily activities; keep to the schedule for each activity or game
Initiate and suggest new activities that would be fun and enhance campers' experience
Set up and clean up camp each day in a safe, efficient, and cooperative manner
Promote safe behavior among all campers, and assure the highest standards of safety
Be a professional and responsible representative of the company
Promote and demonstrate safe Lifeguarding practices
Other duties as assigned