Overnight Camp Program Specialist - Lifeguard

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Overnight Camp Program Specialist - Lifeguard

• Monitor swimming areas, and watercraft zones, to ensure the safety of all participants in swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and using Corcls (small, round boats).
• Enforce water safety rules and regulations for all water activities, including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and Corcl use, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
• Identify and address potential hazards in the water, such as weather changes, water currents, and dangerous behavior from swimmers or watercraft users.
• Be prepared to act swiftly in emergencies, performing water rescues and providing immediate first aid, CPR, or other life-saving measures as needed.
• Perform rescues in various conditions, including in open water, assisting swimmers, kayakers, canoers, and Corcl users who may be in distress.
• Stay alert and responsive to emergency situations, including watercraft capsizes, swimmer distress, or other incidents, ensuring quick and safe intervention.
• Watercraft Supervision & Safety:
• Ensure that all kayaks, canoes, and Corcls are in good working condition, equipped, and ready for safe use.
• Provide safety instructions for campers using kayaks, canoes, and Corcls, including proper paddling techniques, balancing, and understanding water conditions.
• Supervise and assist participants in launching, navigating, and docking watercraft safely, offering guidance to prevent capsizes or collisions.
• Enforce rules for safe use of watercraft, ensuring that all participants wear appropriate personal flotation devices (PFDs) and understand the safety protocols for each watercraft.
• Preventative Safety Measures:
• Conduct regular checks of the swimming and watercraft areas, inspecting the water conditions, and equipment such as kayaks, canoes, and Corcls for safety hazards.
• Ensure watercraft are maintained, with equipment like paddles, life jackets, and safety gear being regularly inspected and replaced when necessary.
• Communicate and enforce guidelines for safe watercraft use, including maximum group sizes, boundaries for activities, and appropriate water conditions for paddling.
• Swimming Area & Watercraft Zone Supervision:
• Oversee the swimming areas and the designated watercraft zones, ensuring the safety of all swimmers, kayakers, canoers, and Corcl users.
• Monitor participant behavior in both watercraft and swimming zones to prevent risky behaviors, including excessive speed, rough handling of watercraft, and unsupervised swimming.
• Ensure that campers understand and respect the designated boundaries for water activities, including keeping clear of hazards or restricted zones.
• Emergency Equipment Maintenance & Readiness:
• Ensure all lifesaving, including rescue tubes, life jackets, backboards, first aid kits, and throw bags, are ready and accessible in the watercraft areas.
• Regularly inspect kayaks, canoes, Corcls, and safety equipment for wear and tear, ensuring they are in safe working order.
• Record Keeping & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of any incidents, rescues, first aid treatments, or equipment issues related to water activities.
• Report any safety concerns, equipment maintenance needs, or accidents to camp management in a timely manner.
• Customer Service & Interaction:
• Provide friendly, helpful assistance to campers and guests participating in water activities, answering questions about kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and using Corcls.
• Offer guidance and assistance to participants, especially beginners, in proper techniques and safety measures for each water activity.
• Encourage responsible behavior, teaching participants about environmental awareness and water safety practices.
• Collaboration with Other Staff Members:
• Collaborate with othereguards, camp staff, and activity specialists to ensure smooth operations of water activities and safety protocols.
• Participate in regular team meetings and emergency drills to stay prepared for all water-related emergencies.
• Assessment & Feedback:
• Monitor and assess camper progress and engagement in all activities, providing individualized feedback and support to help campers achieve learning objectives.
• Collect and analyze data on…