Jr. Lifeguard Camp Counselor

Please use the "Apply for this Position" at the bottom of the page Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide a fun, supportive atmosphere where campers can improve their individual potential, gain understanding of others, experience new ideas and develop an appreciation for all things aquatic Perform and teach all lifeguard, CPR, and first aid skills in an engaging manner Implement different activities to include sports, team games and lifeguarding skills for the Junior Lifeguard Camp Program Maintain and be able to perform First Aid and/or CPR and additional lifesaving equipment according to park protocols as needed Maintain adequate inventory of program supplies Communicate effectively with park management regarding camp activities Must be a good role model for campers Develop professional relationships with each camper within the group Promote positive group interaction Maintain clean and safe work environment for campers, customers, and other team members Provide superior guest service to all customers in a polite and expedient manner Be attentive at all times Maintain a professional image Assist customers with questions regarding Ocean Breeze Waterpark Follow park policies and procedures Other duties as assigned Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Ability and willingness to attend an ILTP lifeguard training course. A desire to work with children outdoors Ability to accept guidance and supervision Demonstrate ability to work independently Ability to communicate effectively with customers, team members, and leadership Ability to effectively speak and communicate in front of large groups of people Be aware, attentive, and work well with others Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions while taking precautions, including hydration and sun-protection Must be able to work weekdays and holidays to meet business needs Pay Rate $16.00/hr Physical Requirements Must be able to swim 200 yards using front crawl (freestyle) or breaststroke without resting Must be able to perform a feet-first surface dive, retrieve a 10-lb. brick, and bring it to the surface Must be able to tread water without using arms for 2 minutes Must have 20/25 corrected vision Must have hearing and speech, manual and bi-manual dexterity, fine and gross motor skills, and eye/hand coordination Must be able to get in and out of a pool without a ladder Must be comfortable jumping in water from varying heights Ability to climb stairs Must be able to respond to situations quickly. This may include running to various locations around the park, while carrying emergency bag weighing up to 25 lbs Must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time Job Functions Physical Demands While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk or pace; use hands to handle equipment, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally be required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; be required to lift up to 100 pounds. Work Environment While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to hot and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions. Occasionally = Less than 33% of time worked dedicated to the activity. Frequently = Between 33 – 66% of time worked dedicated to the activity. Regularly = More than 66% of the time worked dedicated to the activity. The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that are to be expected and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort