We are hiring for a lifeguard at our Vestal Club! If you live close to South Knoxville and have your lifeguard certification, we need you! If you are looking for afternoon hours M-F between 2:30pm and 6pm, we have the perfect opportunity! We will also have more flexibility with our summer hours.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Lifeguard is responsible for implementing and supervising activities within the pool area, shower area, and locker room following all licensing requirements.
KEY ROLES (Job Responsibilities):
• Monitor and evaluate programs to ensure safety of members. Safety is the primary concern of the aquatics development worker. • Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members and visitors. • Utilize programs that are fun and engaging to the members in aquatics area and allow all members to participate regardless of skill level. • Maintain a ratio of staff to members at 1:10. • Keep track of all members' pool usage utilizing Visions tracking system.
PROGRAM SUPERVISION:
• Provide active supervision continually interacting with all members providing motivation and encouragement. • Always set example of appropriate dress and monitor members swim attire helping them understand what is appropriate in the aquatics area. • Observe and test all club members before they participate in water activities. Know and understand the skill level of each member in your group. • Ensure that members understand and follow proper personal hygiene practices before and/or after swimming. • Discipline members fairly, consistently, and only according to established policies and procedures. • Ensure a productive work environment by participating in staff meetings.
PREPARE YOUTH FOR SUCCESS:
• Know the Youth Development Strategy- Instill in youth feelings of Belonging, Usefulness, Influence and Competence (BUIC). • Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes: • promote and stimulate program participation; • create opportunities for development of strengths and competencies; • provide guidance and role modeling to members.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• May participate in special programs and/or events. • May be required to be a monitor on the bus. • Complete trainings as required by licensing agency. • May be required to help out in multiple areas as needed. • Maintain and clean the pool and surrounding area. • Ensure pool has proper chemical levels in water. • Keep all swimwear provided by club clean and laundered. • Clean any other areas and bathrooms as needed at the end of day.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
• High School diploma or GED. • Must be Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certified. • Experience working with children. • Knowledge of youth development. • Knowledge of Department of Education/ DHS Licensing Requirements. • Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. • Ability to deal with the general public. • Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth. • Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment. • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. • Must be flexible and be able to work well with other team members. • Ability to multitask. • Problem solving skills.