Lifeguard - Resident Camp
Company: Girl Scouts San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Imagine spending the summer by the pool in the beautiful Julian
mountains...inspiring campers to take the plunge and face their
fears.Resident Camp locationsa place for everyone!Camp Winacka - A
traditional rustic camp with spectacular views. The camp features a
pool, miles of hiking trails, green building including a new
environmental center and two lakes. Campers choose from programs
focusing on aquatics, horses, arts and adventure. Campers and staff
sleep in open-air cabins with built-in bunk beds, in platform tents
with bunk beds or on cots under the stars.Camp Whispering Oaks -
Features a sports field and basketball court tucked amongst oak and
pine trees, unique stargazing venues, abundant wildlife and a
small, close-knit camp community. Campers choose from programs
focusing on science and space, outdoor skills, sports, theater and
the arts. Campers and staff sleep in fully enclosed indoor cabins
with electricity and paved, lighted pathways winding through native
manzanita, oak and pine trees.??Your Role:As the summer Lifeguard,
youll get to provide supervision and ensure a safe environment at
the pool and other waterfront activities in keeping with the
American Camp Association standards, Safety Activity Checkpoints
and Red Cross requirements. Youll also assist in the management of
the physical operation of the facilities and equipment.
- Supervise and guards all waterfront activities
- Provide surveillance during aquatic activities and rescues as
needed
- Assist in leading swimming instruction
- Assist in swim tests and classify swimming abilities of camp
staff and campers
- Assist with waterfront responsibilities such as pool and
related equipment maintenance, pool opening and closing, and
maintaining accurate inventory of equipment
- Ensure waterfront activity participants are properly supervised
at all times; be aware of and implement safety guidelines in
compliance with camp rules, policies and procedures
- Observe all safety precautions and ensures compliance with all
council health and safety rules, policies and procedures
- Participate and assist with general camp activities
- Perform other duties as assignedWhats in it for you:
- Make a difference in the lives of girls that will last for a
lifetime
- Opportunity to share your passion and enjoy being out in
nature
- Build lifelong friendships with the camp team
- Become the coolest and most influential person in the campers
lives
- Gain problem solving, team building, communication, and
mentoring skillsCompensation:$88.00 - $99.00 daily rate. Includes
Room and board and meals.This is a temporary seasonal employment
opportunity.
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Able to work the full summer camp season - June 15, 2023 -
August 12, 2023
- Ability to work with children and staff of different ages
- Current Lifeguard certificate from the American Red Cross or
equivalent recognized body by ACA
- Good judgement in anticipating and preventing accidents,
quickness in emergencies, flexibility, recognize limitations and
problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to monitor quality of a swimming pool
- Ability to handle near-drowning, hypothermia and basic first
aid
- Must be willing to work in an outdoor setting and live on camp
premises during the summer
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or able to obtain
certification before the first day of work
- Valid drivers license, proof of insurance and access to
reliable transportation (Daily and/or occasional travel may be
required. Must be comfortable driving narrow, winding mountain
roads with passengers in mini or cargo vans)
Keywords: Girl Scouts San Diego, San Diego , Lifeguard - Resident Camp, Other , San Diego, California
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