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Orange Grove lists this Lifeguard opportunity in chattanooga, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
JOB TITLE: Lifeguard
DATE PREPARED: June 5, 2023
PROGRAM AREA: Adult Services Division
EDUCATION: High School Diploma/Red Cross Certifications
Lifeguard Job Requirements and Responsibilities:
Supervises swimming activities at the Orange Grove swimming pool and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
Evaluates conditions for safety and recommends improvements to supervisory staff.
Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
Instructs or assists individuals with fundamentals of swimming as needed.
Understands and follows scheduling program scheduling and priorities to ensure safe pool environment
This is a full-time position which will require work during regular OCG hours between 9:00 am and 3 pm, Monday - Friday. This position is 30 hours a week.
Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills: Knowledge and ability to evaluate water and pool conditions to determine any potential dangers or hazards
Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the individuals and staff who use the pool.
Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of group swimming conditions
Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in swimming to assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.
Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent desirable
Minimum of 6 months of related work experience
Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent
American Red Cross CPR, or equivalent
American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent
The person in this position must demonstrate positive leadership abilities in all situations, be immediately responsive in to crisis situations, and must uphold the mission, policies, and procedures of Orange Grove.
Worksite address
chattanooga, TN, 37450, US
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