Camp Lifeguard

Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED

Or

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must have prior experience working with children.

Certifications

Possession of current certificates in American Red Cross First Aid or First Aid For Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) or above; CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPR Pro); and Lifeguard Training. Equivalent training certificates may be accepted.

Safe From Harm Certification

Blood Borne Pathogens Certification

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Must have the ability to swim with proficiency and endurance. Must successfully tread water with a brick for 5 minutes.

Can work with children, parents, and staff in a capacity of leadership, counseling, and education, including but not limited to:

Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to people of all ages.

Sensitivity to individual needs.

Ability to use appropriate positive discipline consistently.

Ability to handle security and crises calmly.

Ability to seek supervision and use it consistently.

Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the center’s swimming pools.

Must have a philosophy of education and child development consistent with that of the Center and The Salvation Army.

Work is performed in an environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in temperature, pool chemicals, as well as discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Work requires the ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull moderately heavy (25-50 lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment. Moderate mobility: duties are usually performed by a combination of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.

Click the link below to apply for the position:

   https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/uss/careers