Lifeguard

Principal Responsibilities:

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of participants in the Aquatics Center. The lifeguard will also act as a first responder for health emergencies throughout the JCC as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforce and follow pool rules, and use proper lifeguarding procedures when needed
• Educate participants and non-participants in safe water habits
• Maintain constant surveillance of participants and non-member in the pool area
• Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of participants and non-participants in the event of an emergency
• Assist with emergency medical services when needed
• Perform appropriate water rescues when necessary
• Assist with various camps and programs as assigned
• Participates in special events as directed by the Aquatics Supervisor
• Perform various opening and closing duties as described on the daily to do list
• Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility
• Prepare pool surroundings for daily use including but not limited to straightening tables, chairs, pool equipment and offices; and disposing of trash and debris
• Keep Aquatics Supervisor informed of any problems arising with participants and non-participants
• Report all incidents to supervisor with a completed injury report
• Check the quality of the pool water for the required times, record measurements, and any abnormal pool readings
• Check all safety equipment when coming on duty and report any unsafe conditions to the Aquatics Supervisor
• Attend all scheduled lifeguard-training sessions
• Attend to specific setup, breakdown, and/or cleaning duties adherent to your shift
• Additional duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the professional rescuer
• Nassau County Lifeguard Certification (IA or IB)
• Swim lesson instruction or coaching experience preferred
• Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred
  
  

Salary:

$35,000 - $45,000

Agency Information:

Sid Jacobson JCC and Bernice Jacobson Day School and Camp, our satellite campus in Brookville, are the best places to ENRICH yourself, EXPLORE Jewish culture and CONNECT with the community. We provide a comprehensive program based on Jewish values, traditions, heritage and culture, which enriches the lives of all individuals and families in our community. We are a proud beneficiary of UJA-Federation of New York. Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp 340 Wheatley Road Old Westbury, NY 11545 516-626-1094 For more information, visit us at www.sjjcc.org!