J1 Summer Work and Travel - Lifeguard

About the role

The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers - including 24 U.S. Presidents - for over 250 years. A recently completed $170 million dollar renovation restored the historic character to this Allegheny Mountain resort in Virginia. We are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings. The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out.

We expect our guests to have fun in the sun, but safety is always number one! The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of all our guests at the pool.

Responsibilities

• Report for scheduled shifts on time and in assigned uniform.
• Ensure guests have an exemplary experience through warm welcomes, anticipatory service and fond farewells.
• Monitor the pool deck for safety, cleanliness and guest needs.
• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
• Handles or refers other problems and situations as they arise within the facility to their immediate supervisor or manager.
• Adhere to and enforce all pool rules and policies.
• Responsible for maintaining and stocking guard medic bags.
• React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience lifeguarding a pool in a resort, country club, or waterpark facility highly preferred.
• 1 year of previous lifeguard experience preferred
• Candidates who have lifeguard certification are preferred. Will provide training and certification as needed.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Stand and walk for majority of shift
• Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work weekends and holidays.