Job Description

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff to provide memorable experiences to girls in a safe and engaging Summer Camp environment!

Lake Rickabear Day Camp sits on 332 acres of land including a beautiful 40-acre, spring-fed lake, perfect for swimming, pedal boating, paddle boarding, and row boating. The Lifeguard will provide campers with organized and educational waterfront programs in a safe manner. Programs include swimming classes, boating classes and free swim periods.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Attend all sessions required of position at Pre-Camp Orientation.
• Must follow and enforce all safety rules and regulations on the waterfront.
• Must follow the guidelines of the American Red Cross in swimming and boating instruction procedures.
• Must be always alert to the campers in the water and their needs.
• Assist with the buddy system and checks.
• Lead or assist in leading swimming lessons.
• Lead or assist in oversight of boating activities as needed.
• Keep the Waterfront Director posted on any problems regarding waterfront procedures.
• Responsible for keeping the entire beach and boating area clean.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of waterfront equipment.
• Takes an active part in all camp activities.
• Assists the Program Director and the unit staff with rainy day programs.
• Must learn and perform emergency procedures effectively.
• Promote high camper and staff moral
• Must wear a uniform consisting of a bathing suit, shorts, whistle, and identifiable waterfront lifeguard shirt while on duty (the shirt is provided by Lake Rickabear Day Camp).
• If 18 years old or older, must be able to stay and sleep over for at least one out of the three overnights .
• Performs other duties as requested by the Waterfront Director and Camp Director.

Daily Rate: $120 (new staff) - $130 per day (returning staff). This is based on a 7.5 hour work day, which translates to $16 - $17.33 per hour respectively.

Requirements

• Minimum Age: 16
• Current American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED with American Red Cross Waterfront Skills
• Ability to follow directions from Waterfront Director and enforce Girl Scout, ACA and NJ Youth Camp Safety procedures.
• Ability to learn and effectively perform emergency procedures.
• Provide instruction and lifeguard for boating and swimming programs.
• Individuals must be safety conscious and have sound judgement.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching and ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to swim proficiently and demonstrate water rescue skills in accordance with applicable certification standards.
• Ability to enter and exit the water quickly and safely, including climbing ladders and navigating wet, slippery surfaces.
• Ability to respond rapidly in emergency situations, including performing water rescues, CPR, and first aid.
• Ability to work outdoors for prolonged periods in varying weather conditions, including heat and humidity.
• Adequate vision (with or without corrective lenses) and hearing to monitor swimmers, identify potential safety hazards, and respond to verbal and auditory signals.
• Must be able to work in a rustic camp environment with limited access to electricity, cell phone service and internet.

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.