YMCA of Southern Maine
Overview
The
Camp Lifeguard
at Camp Osprey ensure safe swim time at our indoor pools. The lifeguard will also be trained as a camp counselor and will assist with breaks and absences, as needed. Camp Dates:
June 8th-August 21st Location:
14 Old South Freeport Road Freeport, Maine 04032 United States Responsibilities
Inclusion- Honors the YMCA of Southern Maine’s Promise Statement. Models a commitment to equity and inclusion. Creates a safe environment that helps all feel welcome and respected. Promotes feelings of mutual respect, acceptance, and appreciation. Supports people with unique experiences or points of view to share their perspectives. Programming– Follows and supports all Association protocols and priorities and State guidelines, and in adherence with all Y Brand guidelines. Regularly supports programming by guarding, performing “off scan” duties, such as water chemistry tests and taking corrective action based on test results, and other duties as needed. Leadership– Is a collaborative, engaged, and active participant in our Association, including communicating in an effective andtimelymanner and making sound decisions. Relationship Building– Develop positive, authentic relationships within the Y that lead to greater awareness of the Y’s mission and impact, growth in number of people served, as well as revenue. Listens and expresses self effectively and with an understanding of the needs of a particular audience. Personal Growth– Maintains a high degree of emotional maturity and interpersonal skills and is committed to personal growth and skill acquisition. Operations & Safety– Maintains rescue readiness at all times and is singularly focused and never distracted by personal or secondary activities. Always positions to protect and aggressively scansentirearea of responsibility.Is constantly vigilant to all patrons and to all activity on and below the water’s surface, on the pool bottom and on the pool deck.Consistentlyenforces non-swimmer protection and safety rules, including making sure children marked as non-swimmers are in shallow water and are protected.Takesimmediate corrective action when swimmers break rules or engage in risky behavior. Mission Advancement- Is an advocate for the Y by promoting our cause. Supports philanthropy by increasing awareness about the annual campaign within the Y community. Data Tracking & Documentation–Maintainsaccurateand consistent data tracking and documentation, asrequired. Qualifications
16 years of age or older. Experience working with children in a camp setting, preferred. Certifications including:
Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard. CPR for the Professional Rescuer,AEDand Basic First Aid.
A criminal background check isrequiredand may include fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior tohire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine. The ideal candidate must be able to complete allphysicalrequirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Benefits
Free personal membership Earned Paid Leave Generous program discounts Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible) Training, certification and advancement opportunities Posted Salary Range USD $17.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The
Camp Lifeguard
at Camp Osprey ensure safe swim time at our indoor pools. The lifeguard will also be trained as a camp counselor and will assist with breaks and absences, as needed. Camp Dates:
June 8th-August 21st Location:
14 Old South Freeport Road Freeport, Maine 04032 United States Responsibilities
Inclusion- Honors the YMCA of Southern Maine’s Promise Statement. Models a commitment to equity and inclusion. Creates a safe environment that helps all feel welcome and respected. Promotes feelings of mutual respect, acceptance, and appreciation. Supports people with unique experiences or points of view to share their perspectives. Programming– Follows and supports all Association protocols and priorities and State guidelines, and in adherence with all Y Brand guidelines. Regularly supports programming by guarding, performing “off scan” duties, such as water chemistry tests and taking corrective action based on test results, and other duties as needed. Leadership– Is a collaborative, engaged, and active participant in our Association, including communicating in an effective andtimelymanner and making sound decisions. Relationship Building– Develop positive, authentic relationships within the Y that lead to greater awareness of the Y’s mission and impact, growth in number of people served, as well as revenue. Listens and expresses self effectively and with an understanding of the needs of a particular audience. Personal Growth– Maintains a high degree of emotional maturity and interpersonal skills and is committed to personal growth and skill acquisition. Operations & Safety– Maintains rescue readiness at all times and is singularly focused and never distracted by personal or secondary activities. Always positions to protect and aggressively scansentirearea of responsibility.Is constantly vigilant to all patrons and to all activity on and below the water’s surface, on the pool bottom and on the pool deck.Consistentlyenforces non-swimmer protection and safety rules, including making sure children marked as non-swimmers are in shallow water and are protected.Takesimmediate corrective action when swimmers break rules or engage in risky behavior. Mission Advancement- Is an advocate for the Y by promoting our cause. Supports philanthropy by increasing awareness about the annual campaign within the Y community. Data Tracking & Documentation–Maintainsaccurateand consistent data tracking and documentation, asrequired. Qualifications
16 years of age or older. Experience working with children in a camp setting, preferred. Certifications including:
Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard. CPR for the Professional Rescuer,AEDand Basic First Aid.
A criminal background check isrequiredand may include fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior tohire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine. The ideal candidate must be able to complete allphysicalrequirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Benefits
Free personal membership Earned Paid Leave Generous program discounts Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible) Training, certification and advancement opportunities Posted Salary Range USD $17.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr