Lifeguard Level 1

Job Description

Job Description

Girl Scouts of Central Texas

Job Description

Job Title : Lifeguard Level 1 FLSA Status : Seasonal- Summer Camp Staff

Department : Camp Services Reports To : Waterfront Manager

Location : Bluebonnet Shores Girl Scouts Camp Rate : $375 / week

Job Purpose : The Lifeguard is responsible for the safety of campers and staff at all aquatic spaces including the pool, waterfront facilities, and all water activities. Lifeguards are expected to maintain lifeguard professionalism at all times. The Lifeguard adds to the harmonious camp operations by exhibiting positive camper engagement.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for lifeguarding for all aquatic programming, such as : small craft classes, free swims, sailing, canoeing / kayaking, waterfront activities on trips and any other activity related to the aquatic activities.
• Responsible for checking that the waterfront facilities, equipment, and supplies are maintained in the best possible working order and reporting any findings to the Waterfront Manager.
• Responsible for checking and maintaining chemicals under Camp Ranger supervision.
• Attend scheduled in service trainings.
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of lifeguard skills in order to keep all campers and staff safe at aquatic activities.
• Maintain lifeguard professionalism at all times, including lifeguard attire, behavior on and off stand, and getting proper food and rest.
• Assists as needed throughout the camp life, assisting in non-aquatic programming, assisting in living units working with unit staff to directly supervise campers, including but not limited to living in units with campers and assisting with nighttime and morning routines.
• Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities.
• Manages camper behavior, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Participates in and performs duties within the general camp life, including but not limited to check in, check out, all camp activities, themed days or meals, cookout, and duties at meals.
• Ensures camp is providing quality and safe programming for all campers by following all policies, procedures, protocols, and health and safety standards of GSCTX, American Camp Association, Health Department, and Safety Activity Checkpoints
• Be a role model for campers and staff in attitude and behavior.
• Engages in problem-solving skills, by clarifying desired information, researching, locating and delivering findings and solutions.
• Displays professional demeanor, and integrity always.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Adheres to the policies of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas and promotes Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as to all internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties or assists other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Swim 300-550 yards via freestyle or breaststroke

Environmental Demands

Important Note : The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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