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SEASONAL LIFEGUARD LEAD - CAMP DELLWOOD

Girl Scouts of Central Indiana, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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SEASONAL LIFEGUARD LEAD - CAMP DELLWOOD

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About the Role As the Lifeguard Lead, you will further the mission of the camp by providing supervision and ensuring a safe environment at the camp’s water activities. You will assist in the management of the physical operation of the pool facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate lifeguard staff.

Supervise and guard all water activities and provide surveillance to help prevent and manage injuries.

Provide rescues as needed and utilize first aid, CPR, and other emergency management services.

Understand and implement appropriate responses to changes in water conditions or weather conditions affecting the waterfront.

Evaluate aquatic abilities of campers and staff.

Assist instructional staff in program areas and ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures while in their program activity.

Act as reference in pool activities and assist in the delivery and supervision of all water activities and special events at the pool.

Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in the pool program area.

Conduct daily checks of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.

Clean pool area daily keeping it free of hazards and debris. Clean bathroom and change area daily.

Work with the site manager and camp director to ensure the safety of the pool and chemical levels are where they should be daily.

Participate enthusiastically in rainy day program activities for units.

Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise programs, special events, and other activities and camp functions as needed.

Assist in the planning of any special events on or near the pool.

Makes every effort to have a strong, cohesive program to provide the best program and atmosphere for the campers.

Follow camp rules and regulations.

Cleans equipment at the start of summer and cleans and stores equipment at end of summer.

Other duties may be reassessed and other duties may be assigned as required.

Core Competencies

Conflict Management – Anticipates, prevents, and resolves conflicts while maintaining productive working relationships.

Problem Solving – Identifies and analyzes existing and potential problems systematically and thoroughly.

Judgment and Decision-Making – Recognizes when immediate action is required.

Fostering Diversity – Understands and embraces the differences that individuals bring to Girl Scouting.

Adaptability – Adjusts, modifies own behavior, and remains flexible in response to changing situations.

Qualifications

Current certification in lifeguard training or equivalent.

Current certification in first aid and CPR (advanced certification may be required based on camp location).

Must be 16 years old or older.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Training and experience in waterfront activities offered at the camp.

Desire and ability to work with children outdoors in the water.

Physical Aspects Of The Position

Ability to communicate and work with groups participating.

Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.

Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.

Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid, assist campers in an emergency, and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

Requirements

Ability to stand on your feet for an extended period.

Ability to lift to 40 pounds.

Ability to tolerate exposure to seasonal weather conditions.

Additional Information Must hold membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.

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