Lifeguard

About the role

As part of Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital, the Bath Health and Wellness Center offers patient-friendly primary care and specialty services to the surrounding community. Our expert physicians and caregivers continuously aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients of all ages. Here, you will receive endless appreciation and encouragement while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Lifeguard is responsible for providing a safe, sanitary environment that encourages members to use the LifeStyles facility for fitness, relaxation and recreation and improving individual swimming and water safety skills. This role will help you develop your water safety skills, potentially leading to becoming a Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) or Lead Lifeguard.

Responsibilities

• Never leave the pool unattended during patron usage hours.
• Arrive at an appropriate time to change, check the message board, and inspect the pool area (Strantrol) for safety hazards.
• Perform all daily and closing duties, including chemical testing and reporting, managing pool space, keeping the pool deck swept and picked up, promoting programs, putting away or turning off all equipment, and locking all doors at the end of the day.
• Provide preventive lifeguard duties during open swim, lap swim, or scheduled programs.
• Guard from an appropriate station (e.g., guard chair, poolside, or roving station) with the best view of the pools and near the most at-risk swimmers.
• Use the sit, stand, and stroll method of guarding when appropriate.
• Enforce rules to prevent injury and upset members.
• Get to know members' aquatic needs and potential emergency concerns.
• Maintain all certifications and know the Emergency Action Plan for fire safety, inclement weather, accidents, injuries, etc., demonstrating knowledge during in-services and drills.
• Assist the aquatic department in maintaining equipment and cleanliness.
• Attend and positively contribute to mandatory in-services when scheduled.
• Maintain personal swim skills and fitness level.
• Teach quality swim lessons or lead quality programs by preparing daily lesson plans according to Red Cross or LifeStyles curriculum that are fun, goal-oriented, and time-appropriate.
• Take daily attendance and ensure the safety of all participants.

Requirements

• High School Education
• Current nationally-recognized certification for Lifeguard Training and First Aid
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer for American Red Cross (or equivalent provider)

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification
• WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certification
• Interest in becoming certified to teach swim lessons

Physical Requirements

• Ability to maneuver, carry, lift, bend, stoop, swim, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to manage/lift a backboard for life-saving activities.

Personal Protective Equipment

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

The pay range for new hires is $15.25 to $19.60 per hour. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined based on work history, experience, skill set, and education. This range does not include applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Schedule

This role works varying shifts between the hours of 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.