Job Description

WHO WE ARE : The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.

Position Summary:  The lifeguard is responsible to maintain a safe swimming condition in the pool, on the deck, and in the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in pool, on deck and surrounding areas.  
• Prevent accidents by scanning assigned zone from bottom to top and covering zone in compliance with the 10/10 rule.  
  
• Perform swim tests as required by STCC policy.  
• Enforce health and safety rules and maintain emergency readiness.  
• Respond to emergency situations in accordance with STCC policies and procedures. Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.  
• Perform routine maintenance of pool and surrounding areas, to ensure cleanliness.  
• Check pool and rescue equipment and promptly report any problems.  
• Set up and put away equipment for recreational swims.  
• Develop rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, participants and other staff.  
• Uphold the core values of the STCC when dealing with people within the STCC facilities and in the community.  
• Work scheduled shifts. Arrangements for substitutes must be previously approved by the Aquatics Director.  
  

Requirements

Education:

• Individuals considered for this job must take and pass an advance swimming and rescue skills test and a written guard evaluation  
• Lifeguard, CPR for the professional rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications must be obtained and maintained  
  

Experience:

• Individuals must have the ability to exercise mature judgment, sound decision making, relate to people in a positive but firm manner, be observant, react calm and quickly, effectively communicate, and be safety conscious. 
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment  required
  
  

Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
  
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
  
  
• Opportunities for Professional Development
  
  

Full Time Benefits:

• A gency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
  
  
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
  
  
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
  
  
• Childcare Reimbursement
  
  
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
  
  
• Life Insurance
  
  

EEO Statement: The Children’s Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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