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Forest Home lists this Recreation- Lifeguard opportunity in forest falls, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lifeguard Position at Forest HomeTo guard and protect the guests that use the Forest Home pools and lake facilities. To maintain cleanliness and safety of all aquatics facilities and to provide excellent customer service in order to create a fun, welcoming Christ centered environment.Job Details:No experience is needed and we start hiring at 16 years old. Forest Home will provide all training, including CPR training, as well as pay for all certification fees. Start Dates and End dates are both flexible. Our Recreation options are open year-round. During Summer, we have lifeguard shifts available from 9am to 11pm daily. Starting in October, we close our aquatic options, but lifeguards are able to work weekends in our other recreation areas. Flexibility for school schedules as well as summer vacations. Once you apply, your application will be reviewed in 48 hours and we will email you with next steps.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform lifeguard duties in aquatics programs as assigned, which include a lake front and several swimming poolsObtains and maintains Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR and AED certificationsReaches and maintains a level of physical fitness that meets or exceeds the American Red Cross standard for lifeguards (500 meter swim, 10 foot dive and swim with brick, tread water for 3 minutes)Supports and upholds Recreation safety plans and proceduresAssures equipment is inspected and maintainedProvide excellent and Christ like service to guests and fellow staffPerforms other duties as assignedEducation and/or Experience Required:Current American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, and AED certification, or be willing and physically able to be certifiedWorking towards High School diploma or equivalentPrior lifeguard experience preferredPreferred experience in job or ministry that requires guest interaction and service with people of all ages.Qualifications:Uphold and support the Mission, Vision and Core Values of Forest HomeAssume responsibility for initiating a pleasant atmosphere by displaying a professional attitude through performance, appearance, and demeanorRegular, timely attendanceMust be at least 16 years oldResponsible, focused and aware of surroundingsMust be comfortable and confident in possible high stress situationsSupervisory Responsibilities:This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate office machines. Requires mild physical work; some lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 20 pounds. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone.Reaches and maintains a level of physical fitness that meets or exceeds the American Red Cross standard for lifeguards (500 meter swim, 10 foot dive and swim with brick, tread water for 3 minutes)Must be comfortable with spending extended periods of time in the sun and periodically entering cold bodies of water.Requires walking, swimming, and standing for 6-8 hours a dayMust be able to complete all in-service trainings which will include physical exercise of varying degreeADA:The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud at times.Forest Home Employment Statement:Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. All terms and conditions of Forest Home's at-will employment, duties, and responsibilities are subject to the Forest Home Employee Handbook.Equal Employment Opportunity:It is the policy of Forest Home not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission and access to, or treatment or employment in its program or activities, as required by section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the American with Disabilities Act, as amended (to the extent applicable to the Ministry), Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, as amended, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, and their implementing regulations. As a religious institution, Forest Home is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees on the basis of religion.Forest Home Core Values:Surrender to Christ: (Romans 12:1-2)Abide with the Lord daily through study of His Word and prayerSurrender to the Lord daily through obedience to His Word Worship the Lord with the Forest Home CommunityCommit to grow in your faith through regular attendance at a local churchPrioritize God, Family, and Work appropriatelyBe prepared to share your testimony with staff or guestsWalk in Biblical Purity (1 Timothy 4:12)By rejecting one's sinful natureLove: (I Corinthians 13)Display the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Galatians 5:22)Be respectful to others Demonstrate compassionServe: (Philippians 2:3-11)Give generously to God and others through time, talent and treasureSeek to put others' needs above your ownDemonstrate humility in both spirit and deedActively look for ways to serveWalk in Integrity: (Titus 2:11-12, Proverbs 4:23-27)Show loyalty to others, even when they are not presentDo the right thing, even when others are not presentExtend trust and seek to believe the best in othersAsk for forgiveness quickly when necessaryBe truthful and transparent with othersStrive for Excellence: (Colossians 3:23-24)Demonstrate accountability with time and resourcesRequest and receive training Desire to improve, and challenge others to do the sameCommit to exceeding guest expectationsRefuse mediocrityEngage in Community: (I Thessalonians 5:11-13)Seek first to understand before being understoodCommunicate clearly, empathetically and respectfully Work through conflict Biblically (Matthew )Participate in intentional and purposeful community activitiesPartner with teammates for the goal of unity and team effectivenessPlay and appreciate "campy" funFaithfully pray for one anotherInnovate: (Ephesians 3:20-21)Dream Big Proactively seek solutions Think outside the boxDream, plan and execute new ideasAcknowledge and trust that all things are possible through Jesus Christ our Lord (Matthew 19:26)
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forest falls, CA, 92339, US
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