4-H Camp Shehaqua, Lifeguard

Penn State University

9d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

The lifeguard oversees all waterfront activities, including water safety, and swim tests, plans and implements waterfront programming to engage campers and foster character development and promote healthy lifestyles. Provide oversight during activity times and as needed.

Requirements

Must be 21 years old for a Senior Lifeguard and 18 years old for a Junior Lifeguard.
Current Red Cross Lifeguard certification
First Aid/CPR required
Current Water Safety Instructor certification
Minimum one year experience as certified lifeguard
Position requires excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to work independently.
Must be a team player who can work with diverse youth and adults.
The candidate must be able to be able to carry equipment and supplies, with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise all aquatic activities at camp’s pool and waterfront area
Inventory and maintain equipment used in pool area
Initiate a water safety program in accordance with American Camping Association standards and Red Cross requirements
Follow established policies and procedures for pool area
Train camp staff to assist in emergency situations
Test and classify camp swimmers and assign staff to tend to swimmers needing assistance
Create new ideas that will improve the aquatics programming at camp
Prevent incidents from occurring by maintaining proper control over pool facility
Be able to recognize victims in distress, activities which may put swimmers at risk and physical hazards which could injure swimmers
Provide a safe environment for all staff and campers while at the waterfront
Provide engaging waterfront focused activities
Attend all required meetings and trainings
Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of campers in the event of emergency
Responsible for first aid and rescue equipment to be at the pool area and available
Responsible for assisting camp staff in emergency procedures
Perform evaluation of program at end of season and ideas for next season