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Lifeguard

Lifeguard

Commonpoint • Forest Hills, New York, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description
Agency Overview:
Commonpoint is a multifaceted community center dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family and communal life throughout New York City, offering services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life and backgrounds. They strive to meet the evolving needs of their community of over 100,000 members ranging from providing in-school and after-school programs, professional and career development, assistance with food insecurity, legal services, financial counseling, mental health services, senior classes, dementia care programs, and tax preparation assistance to name a few. Commonpoint has grown tremendously in the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and over 80 sites in the five boroughs.

POSITION/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:
Lifeguards are key members of the Aquatics team and will report to the Director of Aquatics. The primary responsibilities are to provide supervision of member swim and learn to swim lessons based on American Red Cross (ARC) standards.

They are expected to maintain supervision and care of each participant in the program. The lifeguard is responsible for communicating pool issues to the Director of Aquatics. Must represent Commonpoint Central Queens in a positive light
at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Know and enforce the pool rules for guards and patrons.
  • Check the supply cabinet to make sure there are appropriate first aid and pool maintenance supplies.
  • Change lane lines according to the pool schedule.
  • Keep pool deck free of any debris or equipment.
  • Dispose of garbage on the pool deck.
  • Test the chlorine and PH levels hourly.
  • Read flyers and be aware of any new programs.
  • Perform appropriate CPR or lifesaving techniques in case of an emergency.
  • Lock pool and locker room doors at the end of the night.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
  • Current lifeguard certification.
  • Ability to use discretion and anticipate dangerous aquatics situations.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to positively interact with the general public.

CONDITIONS:
  • Indoor pool.
  • Essential physical requirements include handling small children in the water, ability to swim 25 yards, lifting up to 50lbs, standing, stooping for periods of him such as climbing, standing, stooping for periods of time.
  • Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary - medium - up to 50 pounds; heavy - over 50 pounds.
  • Indicate if required to work weekends and nights are requirements as a regular part of the job.
  • No traveling is required for this position.

JOB DETAILS:
  • Hourly Salary : $17.00- $18.00 depending on experience and current certifications.
  • Working schedule: POOL IS OPEN FROM 6AM-10PM 7 DAYS PER WEEK. SHIFTS ARE 2-8 HOURS LONG.
  • Non-Union Position.
  • Location: Commonpoint Central Queens, 67-09 108th Street Forest Hills, NY 11375.

How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Dawn Akerley-Fresh at dakerley@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Lifeguard" in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.




    About Commonpoint:

    Commonpoint is a community centric nonprofit, serving diverse audiences through every chapter of life, across the five boroughs and beyond. We offer a rich range of services through our vast network of professionals, social workers, and volunteers, giving people the tools and resources to connect and grow.At every stage and every age, regardless of disability or ability, people can look to Commonpoint to find care during a crisis, access opportunities to grow, and deepen their sense of connection to those around them. From summer camps and job training to food pantries and private pool clubs, Commonpoint is by your side. We are proud of our clients, partners, and team members who lift each other up, building relationships for a lifetime. Because being a part of Commonpoint is investing in a community where everyone is invited and welcome.

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