Lifeguard

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

May be full time or part time, depending on the needs of the program and the hours needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled preferred

Relevant Certifications

• Valid/acceptable NYS driver’s license
• Lifeguard Certification
• First Aid and CPR Certification

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Authorized to work in the United States.

Summary / Objective

The lifeguard has the primary responsibility of providing direct supervision and assisting participating staff and individuals during pool programming. The person is required to spend the majority of his/her time in direct contact with pool participants. Support the goals, objectives, and philosophy of the agency. Will support the Agency’s values by working with measurable signs of PRIDE.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct supervision of the pool area to monitor and ensure individual safety
• Maintain daily participant attendance sheet
• Complete accident/incident reports
• Ensure daily documentation of all individuals’ goals
• Maintain weekly contact with Program Director to report progress and ensure open lines of communication
• Monitor pool equipment daily and report repair needs to Program Director
• Responsible for infection control in the locker rooms
• Launder suits/towels as needed
• When pool is closed, assume responsibilities/duties assigned by Program Director, including assisting with community integration opportunities, daily recreational activities, special activities, behavior management, and/or general classroom supervision as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the director or designee

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Work independently
• Communication with Management

Supervisory Responsibility

Direct supervision to individuals using the pool area.

Travel

None

Work Environment

Supervision of the pool area. Maintain the pool area.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds. Will be required to get in the pool and interact with those in the pool.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.