Lifeguard

Lifeguard training will be provided by Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park.

SUMMARY

The Lifeguard has a legal duty to protect the safety of people in an assigned area. The Lifeguard has a professional obligation to prevent potential accidents by enforcing the rules and regulations of an aquatic setting and to react to any emergencies that occur.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Must have good eye-hand coordination.
• Must be able to read, and interpret printed material and illustrations.
• Anticipate how and where incidents will occur
• Recognize incidents utilizing the "10/20 Protection Rule"
• Effectively manage the incidents with skills that must be maintained at a "test-ready" level, including,
• Professional Rescuer CPR
• ILTP Lifeguard Skills
• Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider; AED, First Aid, Oxygen Administration
• Think critically about the complications that might be present in real situations
• Act in a professional manner
• Protect your safety and well-being
• Understand how to prevent exposure to disease transmission
• Abide by the contents and obligations as set forth in the ILTP & CARMP.
• Able to lift and drag up to 150 pounds unassisted.
• Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time, including in elevated chairs.
• Able to visually inspect conditions of pools and swimmers with 20/25 vision in both eyes (with or without corrective lenses).
• Able to hear noises and sounds of distress even outside one's vision.
• Able to communicate verbally including projecting the voice across large distances.
• Ability to follow and accomplish technical and complex instructions & procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Ability to properly and safely operate equipment used.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of the standards of care in aquatic industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with public, guests and staff members.
• Must be firm, fair, consistent and courteous in order to gain the respect and cooperation of the public.
• Must have a positive attitude in order to fully cooperate with other guards in a team effort, and adhere to rules and regulations to ensure successful operation of a facility.
• Must have the physical and mental conditions necessary to be able to properly and timely activate and complete the EAP system in the case of an emergency.
• Must possess good oral communication skills.
• Must be skilled in the use and care of supplied equipment.
• Independent judgment concerning work methods and procedures is required.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• The Lifeguard must possess a Shallow water/Special Facilities Lifeguard license from the International Lifeguard Training Program/ CARMP