Camp Evergreen Aquatics Director - Seasonal

Description

$8000/season

Staff Training $16.00/hour

Monday-Friday (8 weeks)

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We focus our work in three key areas, youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

Under the supervision of the Associate Executive Director, the Camp Aquatics Director is responsible for maintaining the highest level of swimming conditions for all campers in the pool/waterfront, deck and surrounding areas. The Camp Aquatics Director will ensure that all campers have been properly swim tested by a certified YSI or WSI and properly banded by following our Get with the Band Policy.

They will also work with the camp staff to make sure proper ratio is being followed in the pool based on the camps specific Safety Plan.

We make a positive difference in people's lives by providing a quality aquatic experience for all.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for ensuring following proper ratio of campers to staff in the Lake.
• Responsible for swim testing and properly banding every camper.
• Responsible for buddy checks and making sure that all campers are accounted for every 15 minutes.
• Responsible for attending Pre-Camp Training and going over Aquatic policies with all camp staff.
• Oversee swim time and give counselors guidance and coaching as needed.
• Maintaining proper records of swim tests for the health department.
• Responsible for maintaining any equipment used by camp and making sure it is in proper order.
• Implement and oversee enforcement of the buddy system.

• Never leave the pool unattended.
• Never leave the lake front unattended.
• Always be positioned in appropriate space; opposite side and spread out.
• Maintain proper Bather Counts.
• Maintain proper swim test records.
• Never perform personal functions while on duty: phone calls, writing, reading, swimming, talking to friends, over talking with other guards, sleeping, etc.
• At any time there is no one in the pool, clean the pool environment and straighten up the equipment.
• Maintain current certifications of ; (YSI/WSI, Lifeguard/First AID/ CPR PRO and Lifeguard Management)
• Maintain a proper level of physical fitness and swim 300 yards every month.

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, lake and on deck. Prevents accidents by maintaining constant observation of the pool and lake area, enforcing health and safety rules and maintaining emergency readiness.
• Respond to incidents, accidents and emergencies appropriately, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and in a calm and professional manner.
• Protect the organization and patrons from harm or suit.
• Follow pool and lake rules on and off duty.
• Frequently familiarize yourself with certifying agency’s text and your Aquatic Manual.
• Administer proper first aid in accordance with training and facility procedures.

• Wear a uniform consisting of: staff shirt, one piece bathing suit and whistle.
• Dispose of all materials (trash, hair, etc.) found on the pool floor.
• Keep the pool deck clear of toys (noodles, etc.).
• Maintains effective relationships with members, participants and other staff, develops rapport with campers and parents.
• Greet every member and/or patron with a smile and a friendly “Hello.”
• Attempt to get to know campers, staff and parents in friendly and professional manner.
• Arrive on deck 15 minutes before your shift.
• Record and report any faulty equipment and/or lapse in maintenance to Aquatic management.
• Report emergency maintenance needs immediately to Aquatic management.
• Be familiar with all information and answer questions about programs, schedules, policies or direct patrons to Aquatic management.
• Depending on the pool,…