Temporary Lifeguard/ DCW - LIFE G DCW

Job Description Job Description TEMPORARY LIFEGUARD DCW POSITION SUMMARY: The Temporary Lifeguard DCW is responsible for ensuring the safety of all swimmers and patrons at The Children’s Center of Hamden pool. This includes monitoring activities in the pool area, enforcing safety rules, responding to emergencies, and providing first aid when necessary. The Temporary Lifeguard DCW will be vigilant, responsible, and possess strong swimming skills. POSITION STATUS: NON-EXEMPT Accountable and responsible for the following results: Constantly monitor the pool area to ensure the safety of all swimmers. Enforce all pool rules and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries. Identify potential hazards and take proactive steps to prevent accidents. Respond promptly and effectively to all emergency situations, including water rescues and administering CPR or first aid as required. Ensure proper documentation of incidents and injuries. Inspect pool facilities and equipment regularly to ensure cleanliness and safety. Report any maintenance or repair needs to the appropriate personnel. Provide information and assistance to pool users as needed. In the event of inclement weather, the Lifeguard DCW will float to a program at the discretion of the On-Site Supervisor, if needed. Stay current with all certifications and training requirements. Successfully complete CCG (Crisis Consulting Group) training and perform physical restraints with clients when needed. Other duties as assigned. Maintains all required agency mandatory trainings. Maintains appropriate personal boundaries with young people, clients and families served at The Children's Center of Hamden. Adheres to The Children’s Center of Hamden’s Boundary Code of Ethics. Is aware of the Policy and Procedure Manuals and can access information as needed. Demonstrates effort to promote the agency Inclusion Policy by: Identifying inequities and bias, and appropriately raising concerns. Interacting with others respectfully. Respecting the experiences of individuals who do not share your race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or any other relevant quality. Maintains care, welfare, safety, and security of the children by reporting conditions which are or could be considered safety hazards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Previous lifeguard experience, preferred. Strong swimming skills and physical fitness. Excellent observational and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm and act quickly in emergency situations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS Current Lifeguard Certification from a recognized organization (e.g., American Red Cross, YMCA). CPR and First Aid & AED Certification, required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform the following essential job functions: Light lifting ( Moderate lifting (20 – 50 lbs.) Reaching Walking Hearing Heavy lifting (>50 lbs) Bending Climbing Talking Driving Repetitive Motion Push/Pulling Other, specify: Ability to swim continuously for 100 yards. The work environment is primarily representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Potential exposure to waste and bodily fluids Potential allergenic and/or irritant conditions CORE COMPETENCIES Behaviors and skills employees are expected to demonstrate to carry out the mission and goals. Values/Ethics: Ability to act with integrity and respect in personal and organizational practices, treating all people equitably including respecting professional, ethical and people values. Communication: Ability to write and speak clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings; can get messages across that have the desired effect. Conflict Resolution: Facilitating the prevention and/or resolution of conflict while preserving working relationships while maintaining composure. Organization: Ability to manage multiple projects; determine project urgency, uses goals to guide actions; organizes and schedules task effectively. Teamwork: Readily sharing information, knowledge, and personal strengths. Seek to understand and build on differing perspectives of others to enhance team efficiency and quality outcomes. Computer: Ability to use computers and other forms of technology. Ability to learn required office software products. Decision Making/Decisiveness: Making and taking responsibility for and demonstrating commitment to appropriate decisions in a timely manner. Ensuring that decisions are made based on policies, rules and organizational directives and solving emerging problems. Leadership: Creating a working environment that promotes and encourages team members' participation to attain common and individual objectives. Leading by example. Project Management: The discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of a specific project. Strategic Thinking: Innovating through analysis of issues and trends and how these link to responsibilities, capabilities, and potential of the organization. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Children's Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: Hamden, Connecticut, US

Posted Date: 7/11/2025