Lifeguard // Program Team Member

Lifeguards work under the Waterfront and Water Sports Coordinators to provide safety and instruction on the waterfront. They are responsible for daily set up and clean up of the waterfront area, maintenance of water sports and boat equipment, leading all 4 skill blocks, and participating in supervision duties on the water front at free time. They also play a support role in general program areas as part of the Program Team. Must have NLS and lifeguard experience. Experience with water sports activities such as wakeboarding, waterskiing, and kneeboarding is an asset.

Remuneration

• The Lifeguard position is an 8 week position + paid training times.

• This position starts at (Tier 1) $425/week + room and board + NLA certification bonus.

Organization

• Lifeguards report to the Waterfront, Water Sports, and Program Coordinators as well as the Directors.

Qualifications:

• Preference given to those that hold current NLA certification (pool, waterfront, or surf), consideration given to those that hold bronze cross certification.

• Have completed a camp leader in training (LIT) program, or similar development program, or similar experience.

• Have experience working with and leading children and youth.

• Enjoy and connect well with people of all ages, especially youth and children.

• Desire to add a creative flare to their area of program.

• Have a heart for evangelism and missions.

• Outgoing and high energy.

• Willingness to be outdoors in all types of weather.

Expectations

• Adhere to the Camp Kadesh Staff manual and the MPSM Code of Conduct.

• Be involved in staff meetings, leadership clusters, one-on-ones, and community groups.

• Contribute in a positive manner to the Kadesh community.

• Lifeguard Program Team Members typically are on duty whenever the waterfront is open. They are required to participate in other program elements such as playing games and helping with special program events. They have time off assigned outside of these times.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role as assigned by the Waterfront and Water Sports Coordinator, including coming early for waterfront area set up and clean up and participating in maintenance and upkeep of the boats and the water sports equipment.

• Be familiar with Camp Kadesh’s waterfront operations, as well as the Saskatchewan Camping Association and Lifesaving Society’s standards for practices and equipment (including safety, recreational and boating equipment).

• Work closely with the Waterfront and Water Sports Coordinators and other program staff to ensure the safety of staff and guests is maintained.

• Respond and adapt programming to changes in weather.

• Report any damage or safety issues to the Coordinators or Directors.

• Other duties as assigned by Directors or Coordinators.