Lifeguard
South Kingstown, RI
Seasonal
Entry Level
Job Summary:
To organize and administer activities (swimming, watercraft etc.) at the waterfront consistent with Girl Scout and American Camp Association standards and to integrate waterfront activities with unit plans and other specialized camp events. To fully support and actively participate in the team approach to camp management and achievement of goals.
Reports To: Waterfront Coordinator
Position Dates: June 17- August 15 Sunday-Friday
Location: Camp Hoffman, 2850 Ministerial Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Job Responsibilities:
- Attend and conduct portions of pre-camp training
- Conduct weekly evaluations
- Enforce safety measures at the waterfront
- Assist with special waterfront events if needed
- Responsible for swim checking campers on incoming days
- Facilitate boating instruction
- Provide games and activities during free swim
- Perform daily set up, maintenance, and clean-up of waterfront as directed
- Reports accidents to Camp Director promptly
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
- Be a current member of the Girl Scout movement and accept the beliefs and principles, and ways of work of the organization
- Current lifeguard certification
- Current First Aid/CPR certification
- Ability to pass RIDEM Non-Surf test (Dates TBD by RIDEM)
- Be able to give and/or follow directions in an emergency
- Ability to act as role model for campers
- Experience as a Girl Scout camper or youth leader desirable
- Ability to work on a team
- Willing to work and live in a rustic camp setting
Age: 16 years of age minimum
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