Lifeguard, Jockey Hollow Summer Camp

Description:

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff to provide memorable experiences to girls in a safe and engaging Summer Camp environment! At Jockey Hollow, there are 212 pristine acres to explore and enjoy. With a large "L"-shaped swimming pool, Low Ropes Challenge Course and Zip Line, beautiful equestrian center, archery range, playing field, and adventurous hiking trails, the fun is endless!

The Lifeguard will provide campers with organized and educational waterfront programs safely. Programs include swimming classes, boating classes and free swim periods. Immediate Supervisor: Pool Director

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Attend all sessions required of the position at Pre-Camp Orientation. Must follow and enforce all safety rules and regulations of the pool. Must follow the guidelines of the American Red Cross in swimming instruction procedures. Must be always alert to the campers in the water and their needs. Must assist with the buddy system and checks.

• Lead or assist in leading swimming lessons.

Keep the Pool Director posted on any problems regarding pool procedures.

• Responsible for keeping the pool area clean.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of pool equipment.

Takes an active part in all camp activities.

• Assists the Program Director and the unit staff with rainy day programs.

Must learn and perform emergency procedures effectively. Promote high camper and staff moral.

• Maintains an elevated level of efficiency by participating in all scheduled activities, in-service training (ie: practice drills, endurance swimming).

Must wear a uniform consisting of a bathing suit, shorts, whistle, and identifiable waterfront lifeguard shirt while on duty (the shirt is provided by Jockey Hollow Day Camp).

• Follow all procedures established in the Camp Communicable Disease Plan.

If 18 years old or older, must be able to stay and sleep over for at least one out of the three overnights.

• Performs other duties as requested by the Pool Director and Camp Director.

Daily Rate: $120(new staff) - $130 per day (returning staff). This is based on a 7.5 hour work day, which translates to $16.00 - $17.33 per hour respectively.