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SUMMER STAFF POSITION DESCRIPTION:
AQUATICS MANAGER
PO Box 95, New York, NY 10028
Phone (212) 737-8258
Fax (917) 591-1757
campstaff@shilohnyc.org
PO Box 95, New York, NY 10028
Phone (212) 737-8258
Fax (917) 591-1757
campstaff@shilohnyc.org
AQUATICS MANAGER:
Certified lifeguard who manages pool safety and leads swim class.
General Responsibilities:
As the Aquatics Leader, you'll take charge of overseeing the entire pool and aquatics program at camp! You'll be responsible for ensuring safety and fun for all campers by upholding Department of Health (DOH) standards. Your role is to keep everything running smoothly in the pool area, providing guidance, support, and creating an environment where everyone can enjoy water activities with confidence.
Certified lifeguard who manages pool safety and leads swim class.
General Responsibilities:
As the Aquatics Leader, you'll take charge of overseeing the entire pool and aquatics program at camp! You'll be responsible for ensuring safety and fun for all campers by upholding Department of Health (DOH) standards. Your role is to keep everything running smoothly in the pool area, providing guidance, support, and creating an environment where everyone can enjoy water activities with confidence.
Ratio: 1 aquatics manager for the entire summer
Qualifications and Certifications:
✴ 18 years of age and High school graduate/GED.
✴ Minimum 1 season experience with pool supervision as lifeguard and swim instruction.
✴ Current, NY state accepted CPR certificate (ARC) and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer (ARC) or equivalent.
✴ Preferred if certified in Lifeguard Management and Supervision (per ARC or YMCA))
✴ Qualified Lifeguard according to NY State Code (ARC Lifeguard or Equivalent).
✴ 18 years of age and High school graduate/GED.
✴ Minimum 1 season experience with pool supervision as lifeguard and swim instruction.
✴ Current, NY state accepted CPR certificate (ARC) and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer (ARC) or equivalent.
✴ Preferred if certified in Lifeguard Management and Supervision (per ARC or YMCA))
✴ Qualified Lifeguard according to NY State Code (ARC Lifeguard or Equivalent).
Responsible to:
Camp Director/Assistant Camp Director
Manages: Lifeguard
Manages: Lifeguard
Specific Responsibilities:
Swim Testing and Safety: Supervise and conduct swim testing for all campers at the beginning of each session, ensuring every camper’s swimming ability is assessed and safety standards are met before any swimming activities.
Pool Area Supervision: /Take charge of the pool area, ensuring continuous supervision of all staff and campers. Secure the area by keeping the gate locked when not in use, and maintain vigilance to prevent any accidents or safety hazards.
Emergency Management: Lead in handling poolside emergencies and injuries, ensuring all emergency procedures are followed and that the pool area is always prepared for unexpected situations.
Swimming Instruction: Lead engaging, fun, and safe daily swim classes, teaching campers proper swimming techniques, water safety skills, and fostering a positive learning environment.
Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure daily water testing is completed in compliance with NY State Code and Department of Health regulations, and maintain all pool health standards.
Incident Reporting: Quickly and efficiently report any health or safety incidents within 24 hours, in line with local health department codes, to maintain transparency and safety.
Discipline Management: Proactively address and manage discipline issues in the pool area, reporting serious concerns to the Head Counseling staff to ensure a respectful environment for all campers.
Cross Training Leadership: Teach and facilitate the daily Cross Training class, integrating physical activity and character-building lessons for campers.
Mentorship: Mentor and guide a Counselor In Training (CIT) as they assist with aquatics, helping them develop valuable skills for their future in camp leadership.
Team Collaboration: Support other camp staff and help with major camp tasks when needed, contributing to the smooth and enjoyable operation of camp activities.
Swim Testing and Safety: Supervise and conduct swim testing for all campers at the beginning of each session, ensuring every camper’s swimming ability is assessed and safety standards are met before any swimming activities.
Pool Area Supervision: /Take charge of the pool area, ensuring continuous supervision of all staff and campers. Secure the area by keeping the gate locked when not in use, and maintain vigilance to prevent any accidents or safety hazards.
Emergency Management: Lead in handling poolside emergencies and injuries, ensuring all emergency procedures are followed and that the pool area is always prepared for unexpected situations.
Swimming Instruction: Lead engaging, fun, and safe daily swim classes, teaching campers proper swimming techniques, water safety skills, and fostering a positive learning environment.
Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure daily water testing is completed in compliance with NY State Code and Department of Health regulations, and maintain all pool health standards.
Incident Reporting: Quickly and efficiently report any health or safety incidents within 24 hours, in line with local health department codes, to maintain transparency and safety.
Discipline Management: Proactively address and manage discipline issues in the pool area, reporting serious concerns to the Head Counseling staff to ensure a respectful environment for all campers.
Cross Training Leadership: Teach and facilitate the daily Cross Training class, integrating physical activity and character-building lessons for campers.
Mentorship: Mentor and guide a Counselor In Training (CIT) as they assist with aquatics, helping them develop valuable skills for their future in camp leadership.
Team Collaboration: Support other camp staff and help with major camp tasks when needed, contributing to the smooth and enjoyable operation of camp activities.
Work Conditions:
Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities.
Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 90 pounds and able to traverse hilly and uneven terrain without undue exertion.
Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
Must have the ability to physically manage and support children when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing 50 - 200 pounds).
Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoors in different climates.
Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities.
Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 90 pounds and able to traverse hilly and uneven terrain without undue exertion.
Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
Must have the ability to physically manage and support children when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing 50 - 200 pounds).
Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoors in different climates.
Stipend:
$250+ per week depending experience. Meals, housing, and transportation are provided.