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JCC Greater Boston Head Lifeguard & Swim Instructor (full time)
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JCC Greater Boston is seeking a full-time Head Lifeguard and Swim Instructor. As part of this dynamic team, the successful candidate will be an experienced lifeguard, provide mentorship support to lifeguards and instruct swim classes. This person will assist with customer communications and administrative tasks. JCC Greater Boston is a vibrant, welcoming workplace with a strong feeling of teamwork and a shared sense of making a difference. This is a Full-time 40-hour-per-week, non-exempt position with a starting pay rate of $21-27 per hour. The starting rate of pay offered will be based on qualifications and experience, and internal equity. If you are searching for a chance to use your swimming skills as part of a winning team, apply today! Primary responsibilities include and are not limited to This position instructs swim lessons as assigned. Swim instructors do not need to be strong swimmers or experienced trainers! They have to like working with children and be open to guiding them through a carefully crafted curriculum, helping to build confidence and skills. At JCC Greater Boston, we train our swim instructors in the Lenny Krazelberg methodology and provide lots of team support. The aquatics team is a lively and fun group to work with. We are seeking new team members who possess high standards, a strong customer service orientation, and great teamwork skills. Through skills and actions, our lifeguards create a safe and welcoming place for community members. Team members are expected to possess and model high standards, a strong customer service orientation and punctuality. The Head Lifeguard is an experienced lifeguard that supports and assists with some administrative paperwork and scheduling, some onboarding activities, and is expected to be a role model and mentor to new lifeguards. In addition, this position will be responsible for Lifeguard duties, including but not limited to: Ensures the safety of every pool patron through education, vigilant preventative guarding, first aid, emergency medical services, and rescue services Provides consistent pool coverage and smooth transitions between shifts through planning, punctuality and personal accountability Enforces the rules and regulations of the pools consistently Maintains good working relationships with staff members, maintenance personnel, administrative personnel, and pool patrons. Resolves member concerns in a professional manner or escalates them, as appropriate Creates pool related documentation (e.g. opening/closing checklists, bather tracking and incident reports) Able and willing to follow directions from supervisors and follow protocols Maintains a safe and neat pool area; assist in pool maintenance by performing scheduled checks, cleaning and maintenance Develops professional relationships with members Conducts swim tests Be familiar with, and follow the pool schedule – including correctly configuring lane lines according to the schedule. Attend all mandatory trainings and in-services Support JCC goals and objectives Learn all aspects of the pool facilities and its daily operations. For example, swim lessons, camp swim, etc. Be familiar with ‘traffic flow’ in pool area and support social distancing procedures in the building Participate in weekly skill checks Serve as a member of the agency Fitness Staff with responsibilities, which, at times, extend beyond the limits of his/her specialized functions Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values including through personal role modeling Attend JCC meetings, and actively participate in and support the JCC/the department's goals and initiatives Other activities as required by the organization About JCC Greater Boston Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends. JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team! The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all. To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/ JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Education and Experience: Must have completed some college courses, current/valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, with CPR, AED and First Aid, and must have at least 2 years of lifeguarding experience. Some experience in a mentorship or supervisory training role is preferred (Counselor in training or similar). Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria. Skills and Abilities: A strong team player approach. Displays a record of responsibility, is highly dependable and shows leadership qualities such as the ability to make good decisions. Committed to delivering quality customer service. Personable and friendly; able to build strong relationships with students. Read, write, understand and speak English Physical Requirements:  Must maintain an appropriate level of fitness in order to competently perform all job related tasks including the ability to swim distances and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities. Must have the ability to swim distances and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, stoop, and kneel frequently Must be able to be in the pool for extended periods of time (2+ hours) Maintain an appropriate level of fitness to competently perform all job-related tasks including the ability to 1) swim distances of 25 meters, 2) dive to pool depth of 6 feet or more, and 3) lift 50 pounds or more Must be able to hold a child in the water Able to see, hear and cognitively recognize situations requiring lifeguarding services Ability to work in a high temperature and high humidity environment for extended periods Ability to stand, sit and lay on the pool deck while moving their body in a way similar to how the participants in the water should (demonstrating) Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and technical documents, use a computer, and answer a telephone   ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

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