Lifeguard

About the role

The Lifeguard is responsible for the safety and supervision of the pool area during swim programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of pool area ensuring the safety of all pool participants
• Maintain safe and clean environment for aquatic activities
• Identify emergencies and carry out appropriate life-saving techniques in accordance with all policies and procedures for minor and major medical emergencies
• Test pool chemical levels and maintain daily records of readings as noted in the Kennedy Krieger Institute Aquatics Policies and Procedures
• Oversee pool security by controlling access of clients and staff during program hours
• Assist in the supervision of locker rooms and transitional areas
• Assist clients and staff entering/exiting pool and pool areas
• Set up, maintain, and clean patient treatment areas
• Ensure patient and staff safety, hygiene, and privacy according to patient-specific and standard precautions
• Inventory, secure, clean, and maintain all instructional equipment
• Notify Manager, Adaptive Aquatics and Wellness or Facilities department, as appropriate, of any conditions relating to the pool that may require attention
• Perform non patient care duties, including conducting program tours and greeting/transporting patients
• Execute various patient transfer techniques using proper body mechanics and assistive devices, requesting assistance as needed

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain valid and current certification as a Lifeguard
• Must possess and maintain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Pool Operator certification preferred

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• 1 year of prior experience as a lifeguard in a therapeutic setting preferred

Pay

• USD $32,570.10/Yr. – USD $51,271.79/Yr.