Overnight Camp Program Specialist - Lifeguard
hace 3 días
Tulsa
Job DescriptionDescription: • Water Safety & Surveillance:, • 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., • Rescue & Emergency Response:, • 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 equipment, 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 other lifeguards, 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 program effectiveness, adjusting as necessary to improve outcomes., • Resource Management:, • Manage materials and supplies needed for activities, ensuring they are well-organized and available., • Develop and source new resources, tools, and materials to enhance the quality of programming., • Mentorship & Leadership:, • Serve as a role model and mentor to campers, encouraging teamwork, communication, and leadership, • Lead by example, fostering a positive attitude toward learning and a sense of curiosity and wonder. Requirements: • At least 18 years of age, • Ability to obtain and maintain a certification in specialty (DNA to STEAM Specialist), • Previous experience in camp leadership or youth programming, • Strong leadership and organizational skills, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in working with children and parents., • Knowledge of specialized program safety regulations, risk management practices, and emergency procedures., • Enthusiasm for specialized activities and a commitment to promoting water safety and skill development., • Passion for working with youth and a commitment to creating a positive and memorable camp experience., • Ability to live with staff and campers for the duration of the summer camp season, • Physical ability to administer first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), • Physical ability to travel over uneven surfaces in extreme summer temperatures for 15 hours a day., • Physical ability to carry and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds over uneven surfaces, • Physical ability to reach, stoop, climb, kneel, and move freely in locations as outdoor camping sites and storage areas, • Ability to meet affiliate employment requirements, including acceptable outcomes to background check and reference checks, • (If utilizing personal vehicle for camp business) Provide personal auto insurance verification, • (If needed to drive affiliate vehicle) Acceptance by affiliate auto insurance