Junior Lifeguard // Program Team Member

Junior Lifeguards work under the Waterfront and Water Sports Coordinators and alongside other Lifeguards to provide safety and instruction on the waterfront. Being provided opportunities to shadow other lifeguards for mentorship, 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 at free time. They also play a support role in general program areas as part of the Program Team (see Junior Program Team Member). Must have Bronze Cross // Medallion or NLA. As this is an entry level position, previous lifeguard experience is not required. Jr. Lifeguards will be designated to Lifeguard after 2 weeks of work, pending evaluation by the Waterfront Coordinator and Camp Director.

Remuneration

  • The Junior Lifeguard Program Team Member Position is an 2 week developmental position for those who are lifeguarding for the first time ever or their first time at Camp Kadesh. They will be designated to Lifeguard after 2 weeks in this position, pending evaluation.

  • This position is $150 per week honorarium.

Organization

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

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.

  • 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 Member 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.

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