Camp counselor/lifeguard job description
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Example camp counselor/lifeguard requirements on a job description
Camp counselor/lifeguard requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in camp counselor/lifeguard job postings.
Sample camp counselor/lifeguard requirements
- Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications
- Ability to swim proficiently
- Minimum age of 18 years old
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Current lifeguard certification
Sample required camp counselor/lifeguard soft skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities
Camp counselor/lifeguard job description example 1
YMCA of the North camp counselor/lifeguard job description
This Lifeguard (In Training) will shadow certified lifeguards while working to obtain required certification up to but no longer than 90 days of hire date. The incumbent will provide excellent customer service in a safe, enjoyable, and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and satisfaction in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures.
2. Essential Functions:
* Shadow and assist lifeguards and learn programming and emergency procedures.
* Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and procedures for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.
3. Relationships:
This position reports to the Sr. Coordinator/Aquatics Director who reports to the Branch Management. The incumbent interacts regularly with their supervisor, staff, volunteers, and participants.
4. Qualifications:
Required
* Minimum age of 15.
* Certification required within 90 days of hire.
* Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
* Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow and deep water, and tread water (Stage 5 level swimming skill) or physically able to perform all skills required for a lifeguard.
* Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA
5. Work Conditions:
* Must remain in the pool area at all times.
* Ability to support child or adult body weight in the water.
* Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.
* Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
* Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
* Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time in a warm pool environment.
* Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
6. Additional Notes:
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge
The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.
The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.
2. Essential Functions:
* Shadow and assist lifeguards and learn programming and emergency procedures.
* Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and procedures for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.
3. Relationships:
This position reports to the Sr. Coordinator/Aquatics Director who reports to the Branch Management. The incumbent interacts regularly with their supervisor, staff, volunteers, and participants.
4. Qualifications:
Required
* Minimum age of 15.
* Certification required within 90 days of hire.
* Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
* Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow and deep water, and tread water (Stage 5 level swimming skill) or physically able to perform all skills required for a lifeguard.
* Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA
5. Work Conditions:
* Must remain in the pool area at all times.
* Ability to support child or adult body weight in the water.
* Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.
* Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
* Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
* Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time in a warm pool environment.
* Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
6. Additional Notes:
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge
The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.
The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.
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Camp counselor/lifeguard job description example 2
The Salvation Army camp counselor/lifeguard job description
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Compensation
$295/week
Position Summary
To further the mission of the camp through assisting with the planning and delivery of activities at the camp swimming pool that is safe, fun, and appropriate to the camper's age and abilities. Assist with providing management to the physical operation of the pool facilities and equipment.
Essential Functions
+ Assist in supervising a safe and fun swimming pool program.
+ Assist in evaluating swimming abilities of campers and staff.
+ Maintain the physical facilities and equipment in the pool and locker rooms.
+ Monitor proper use of pool and lifesaving equipment.
+ Assist in conducting initial and end-of-season inventory, and store equipment for safety.
+ Check equipment and report unsafe items to the Program Director.
+ Conduct a daily check of equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
+ Survey pool area and surrounding area daily and keep the area free of hazards and debris.
+ Participate with the program team as requested to plan, direct, and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
+ Attend and actively participate in Staff Orientation.
+ Maintain a standard of personal living and cleanliness as a role model to the campers and staff.
+ Participate in all chapels, flag ceremonies, meals, and meetings.
+ Assist in providing general guidance to the five counselors assigned to waterfront duties.
+ Maintain a clean and safe poolside environment at all times, making sure that the pool is vacated and locked when not in use.
+ Assist with and be involved with the supervision of campers at chapels.
+ Assist with and be involved with the supervision of campers at during Sunday Services.
+ Assist cabin leaders in the supervision of campers and participate/lead nightly cabin devotions.
+ Assist with and be involved with the supervision of campers at during campfires.
+ When time permits, away from main responsibilities, be involved with cabin buddy assignment to assist with camper activities.
+ Work the occasional Monday-Saturday week to accommodate a longer work week.
Working Conditions
Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Operate with daily exposure to various weather conditions. Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Minimum of 18 years of age.
+ Ability to exercise confidentiality.
+ Good character, integrity, and adaptability.
+ Interest in and ability to work with children.
+ Current Lifeguard Certificate.
+ Current Standard First Aid/CPR.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
+ Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
+ Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
+ Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
+ Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
+ Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate program equipment and activities.
+ Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper and staff activities/programs.
+ Willing to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available.
Qualifications
Skills
Required
+ Lifeguarding/First Aid: Advanced
+ CPR/AED: Advanced
Experience
Required
+ Lifeguard Certificate
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Compensation
$295/week
Position Summary
To further the mission of the camp through assisting with the planning and delivery of activities at the camp swimming pool that is safe, fun, and appropriate to the camper's age and abilities. Assist with providing management to the physical operation of the pool facilities and equipment.
Essential Functions
+ Assist in supervising a safe and fun swimming pool program.
+ Assist in evaluating swimming abilities of campers and staff.
+ Maintain the physical facilities and equipment in the pool and locker rooms.
+ Monitor proper use of pool and lifesaving equipment.
+ Assist in conducting initial and end-of-season inventory, and store equipment for safety.
+ Check equipment and report unsafe items to the Program Director.
+ Conduct a daily check of equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
+ Survey pool area and surrounding area daily and keep the area free of hazards and debris.
+ Participate with the program team as requested to plan, direct, and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
+ Attend and actively participate in Staff Orientation.
+ Maintain a standard of personal living and cleanliness as a role model to the campers and staff.
+ Participate in all chapels, flag ceremonies, meals, and meetings.
+ Assist in providing general guidance to the five counselors assigned to waterfront duties.
+ Maintain a clean and safe poolside environment at all times, making sure that the pool is vacated and locked when not in use.
+ Assist with and be involved with the supervision of campers at chapels.
+ Assist with and be involved with the supervision of campers at during Sunday Services.
+ Assist cabin leaders in the supervision of campers and participate/lead nightly cabin devotions.
+ Assist with and be involved with the supervision of campers at during campfires.
+ When time permits, away from main responsibilities, be involved with cabin buddy assignment to assist with camper activities.
+ Work the occasional Monday-Saturday week to accommodate a longer work week.
Working Conditions
Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Operate with daily exposure to various weather conditions. Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Minimum of 18 years of age.
+ Ability to exercise confidentiality.
+ Good character, integrity, and adaptability.
+ Interest in and ability to work with children.
+ Current Lifeguard Certificate.
+ Current Standard First Aid/CPR.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
+ Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
+ Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
+ Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
+ Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
+ Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate program equipment and activities.
+ Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper and staff activities/programs.
+ Willing to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available.
Qualifications
Skills
Required
+ Lifeguarding/First Aid: Advanced
+ CPR/AED: Advanced
Experience
Required
+ Lifeguard Certificate
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024