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    Lifeguard - Philadelphia, United States - Northern Children's Services

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    Join Our Team as a Lifeguard and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families

    Job Summary

    Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future?
    Look no further At Northern Children's Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision.
    We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation.
    We work to "walk the talk" when it comes to our organizational values: Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.

    Why Choose Us? As a Lifeguard, you'll embark on a fulfilling journey.

    • Leadership Opportunity
    • Supportive Environment
    • Empowerment and Progress
    • Effective Communication
    • Empowerment Through Planning
    • Continuous Monitoring and Progress
    • Documentation Excellence
    • Networking and Collaboration

    Benefits:

    • We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
    • Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD: We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
    • A partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan: We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
    • Paid Leave: Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and well-being.
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life's challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
    • Legal Services: Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

    Qualifications You Bring:

    • Expertise
    • Physical Capabilities
    • Trauma-Informed Approach

    At Northern Children's Services, Inc., we value diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of every individual. Join us in our mission to empower children and families, one meaningful interaction at a time. Apply today and be a part of something truly extraordinary

    Northern Children's Services supports the healthy development of children and youth, while stabilizing their families to build stronger communities. Everything we do at Northern Children's Services is designed to create a better future for our families.

    We have an exciting opportunity for a summer lifeguard position that is available from mid-June through August. The ideal candidate will ensure the safety of pool patrons and assists with aquatic programs and pool operation. Safeguards and regulates conduct of pool patrons. Enforces pool policies, rules, and regulations. Rescues patrons and performs appropriate follow-up procedures, including the proper use of equipment in the performance of first aid.

    Test water quality in pool and maintains appropriate records. Assists in the proper maintenance and sanitary up keep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms. Participates in the preparation of daily records. Provides written reports on all accidents. Maintains proper updated safety requirements.

    Attends in-service training and instructs certain skills to staff. Conducts patron swimming test to assess ability to swim independently and unattended. Provides customer service to patrons, including handling customer conflict and complaints, as necessary.

    Performs work safely in accordance with departmental safety procedures. Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor.

    May provide guidance to less experienced Lifeguards during shift. May assist Aquatics Coordinator in daily aquatic managerial duties. May maintain proper chemical balances in both pool and whirlpool as directed making adjustments to these balances as directed. May handle mechanical/pump room or chemical problems as necessary.

    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    • Knowledge of water rescue methods.
    • Knowledge of life guarding and first-aid practices and techniques. Knowledge of swimming pool operations to include: sanitation, maintenance, and safety.
    • Must have the ability to courteously and firmly interact with pool patrons. Ability and skill in carrying out water rescues.
    • Must possess a valid American Red Cross Life guarding Certificate and American Red Cross First Aid certificate.
    • Must be certified in American Red Cross Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), for the Professional Rescuer or become certified within 30 days of employment.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Experience lifeguarding.
    • Pool Operators license.
    • First Responders certificate.
    • Proof of Covid-19 vaccination required

    Trauma-Informed Behavior

    • Willingness to learn and maintain the value of a trauma-informed culture.
    • Commit to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety, nonviolence, and resilience as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
    • Knowledge and utilization of trauma-informed practices:
    • Emotional intelligence
    • Effective communication
    • Understanding of the impact of trauma on human development
    • Use of person-first and strengths-based language

    Americans with Disabilities: As with all positions at Northern Children's Services, Inc. we recognize the importance of accommodations individuals with disabilities. In that, we are committed to every extent possible accommodating disabled individuals. We recognize the American With Disabilities Act of 1991 and understand the need to reasonably accommodate employees. All accommodation will be evaluated on case- by- case basis, evaluating the essential functions of the positions.

    DISCRIMINATION IS PROHIBITED IN EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, ASSIGNMENT OR DISMISSAL, ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, and HANDICAP, OR RECEIPT OF SERVICES FOR MENTAL DISABILITY.


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