Lifeguard

Lifeguard Position

Gemma Services is currently seeking a Lifeguard for its Children's Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program.

Job summary:

Responsible for providing lifeguard coverage for Gemma Services children and staff while strictly enforcing all Pool Rules and abiding by the same; provides swim instruction if another lifeguard is present and able to supervise.

Essential Duties:

• Ensures safety of all individuals in the pool area; reviews safety instructions with each swimming group, each day.
• Remains constantly alert to all pool area activities; avoids diversion of attention, such as socializing with children or staff.
• Provides lifeguard duties and swim instruction for children, as scheduled by the Activities Supervisor.
• Implements first aid and rescue services if needed.
• Maintains order and discipline in the pool area at all times; reports inappropriate behavior via Critical Incident Reports (CIRs).
• Prior to children being allowed to engage in recreational swimming, tests their swimming ability and maintains a chart with each child's name and competency level.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in the pool area; picks up towels, pool equipment, etc.; measures/adjusts pool chemicals daily prior to children entering pool area; vacuums entire pool, including floor and walls, at least once a week or as needed; cleans the pool deck as required.

Education/Training and requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard/CPR/First Aid/AED certifications
• A minimum of one (1) year of related experience required
• Driver's license

Gemma Services is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.