What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at THE SALVATION ARMY CENTRAL TERRITORY?
THE SALVATION ARMY
North and Central Illinois Division – Wonderland Camp and
Conference Center
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Lifeguard/Senior Counselor
LOCATION/DEPT: Wonderland Camp and Conference Center
REPORTS TO: Aquatics Manager & Activities Director
FLSA CATEGORY: Exempt
STATUS TYPE: Temporary Full Time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in aquatic and general staff training weeks.
- Assist with aquatic orientation during general staff training. Work with the Aquatics Manager in planning this orientation.
- Assist in supervision and instruction of all aquatic activities: swimming, diving, boating and water safety. Set example for guests.
- Participate in the total camp program. Be involved with assigned cabin and unit and assume other duties as requested by Program Manager if weather/circumstances prevent ongoing aquatic activities.
- Maintain daily general cleanliness/repair or pool, pool building and pool equipment. Contact Maintenance Department for mechanical problems.
- Maintain daily general cleanliness/repair of boathouse, boat room, docks, beach, pontoon boat, canoes, rowboats, speed boats, fun bugs, funyaks, oars, paddles and related lake front equipment/area.
- Complete work scheduled for all aquatic personnel in a timely fashion.
- Help plan water carnivals and inclement weather classes (work with unit directors).
- Participate in daily/weekly exercise and in-service training of lifeguards.
- Work cooperatively with Aquatics Manager and Camp Leadership to facilitate programming requirements/ requests for all groups. This will include swim lessons, carnivals, basic water safety for staff/campers.
- Assist cabin Counselor in lodging to which you have been assigned.
- Participate with program assessments during the summer and turn in keys upon departure.
- Participate in Wonderland’s aquatic training session per contracted dates/availability.
Other Duties
- Participate in and encourage attendance at staff devotions, outings and worship services.
- Maintain a sense of professionalism in aquatic areas: self control, service positive attitude, work ethic and sense of ministry.
- Maintain a servant attitude, function as part of the ministry leadership team.
- All other duties as assigned.
*Wonderland offers ARC CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid certifications at camp.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 1 year of college or equivalent.
- Must have experience as a lifeguard or similar position.
- Minimum age of 16 preferred.
COMPENTENCIES
- Must be an individual of the Christian faith who has a strong personal relationship with the Lord, attends church on a regular basis, and a desire to lead others spiritually.
- In agreement with the philosophy, goals and objectives of The Salvation Army Wonderland Camp and Conference Center.
- A commitment to support and promote the mission of The Salvation Army and a passion for camp ministry.
- Able to relate God’s handiwork through aquatic activities and in relationship with the Word of God in programming initiatives.
- Able to live on camp grounds throughout duration of employment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- An attention to detail
- A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
- Knowledge of basic swimming techniques, boating and boat motor operation.
- Knowledge of pool and spa operation and chemical testing.
- Current ARC CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Standard First Aid.
- Current Water Safety Instruction Certificate preferred and Lifeguard training.
- Some supervisory experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position is required to do light to heavy physical work.
- In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use pool or water equipment.
- The work environment for this position includes an office and outdoor/pool environment with a low to high noise level.