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.

Requirements

• 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.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of prior experience as a lifeguard in a therapeutic setting preferred.

Pay

Minimum pay range: USD $32,570.10/year. Maximum pay range: USD $51,271.79/year.