Lifeguard

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Job description

The JCC is looking for fun, focused and committed people who love the water and enjoy working with people of all ages and abilities to serve as Lifeguards in the Aquatics programs. The programs serve children and adults of all ages and abilities. Lifeguards are supervised by the Aquatics Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain the health and safety of all participants through:
* Use of continual, proper surveillance techniques, including all areas of responsibility (indoor pool, outdoor pools, deck area, and whirlpool)
* Use of effective Preventive Lifeguarding as an integral part of this surveillance
* Equal enforcement and personal practice of all pool rules and regulations

* Perform appropriate rescues, including administering first aid/CPR as needed
* Follow JCC guidelines for opening and closing pools
* Present oneself in an appropriate and professional manner at all times, including swimsuit, whistle, JCC Lifeguard T-shirt, rescue tube, and shorts
* Represent and promote the JCC in a positive manner at all times
* Test the water in the pool and the spa a minimum of once every two hours
* Restore equipment to their proper locations as needed
* Perform routine maintenance tasks as needed, such as cleaning bleachers, sweeping the deck and the pool, and other tasks needed to maintain a clean and healthy atmosphere
* Complete all required records and reports, such as accident reports, bandage logs, chemistry logs, and user logs on a regular basis
* Attend and participate in regular In-Service training meetings
* Correct and immediately report any unsafe conditions or hazards in the pool area

Qualifications and Skills:

* Minimum of 15 years of age
* American Red Cross Lifeguarding Today Certification or approved equivalent
* American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification or approved equivalent

Physical Demands:

* Work with pool chemicals
* Spend prolonged amount of time on pool deck
* Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Salary:

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Agency Information:

The JCC of Central NJ is a membership based, non-profit agency which offers educational, recreational, fitness & wellness, cultural and communal programs and activities for all stages of life.

The JCC of Central NJ promotes a diverse workforce where all employees are treated fairly. All employees must work together with mutual respect. The Center complies with all applicable state and federal laws and expects employees to do the same.