Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To provide a safe, fun, educational experience for club youth and other guest groups that utilize the VEC waterfront. Lifeguards are responsible for the safety and welfare of all persons at the waterfront and the VEC boating programs. They are responsible for assisting and rescues to all distressed swimmers and boaters, as well as providing immediate first aid and emergency CPR care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Possess a passion for working with children and youth, be able to lead responsibly and be a positive role model in character and actions.
• Actively guard and always scan the waterfront swimming area; refrains from socializing while guarding.
• Promote and enforce all water safety rules and regulations for swimming and boating activities in a personable and professional manner.
• Participate in staff training, in-services, and all required meetings. Must be familiar with all camp policies and procedures.
• Inspect and ensure all watercraft are in working order and safe for use.
• Assist with daily clean-up.
• Assist in other camp operation areas (program, food service, maintenance, office) as needed and maintain a positive team attitude.
• Assist with programming needs for outside rental groups and day camps that utilize VEC facility.
• Assist with programming needs off-site at other BGCTC Clubs and events as assigned by Program Director.
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
• Other tasks assigned by Program Director to fulfill the mission of VEC.

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum age for this position is 18.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

LICENSURE(S):   

• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is required.
• Current CPR/ First Aid/AED Certifications is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is located at Voyageur Environmental Center, a 100+ acre outdoor facility with over a mile of trails over hills and through forests and an active waterfront on Little Long Lake. This position has a significant amount of outdoor work and individuals must be able to be outside in all kinds of weather. 

As a Lifeguard this position requires specific swimming ability (swim 500 yards non-stop, efficient use of swim strokes, ability to tread water for 3 minutes).

Individuals must be able to climb stairs, lift at least 50 lbs., be able to stand for long periods of time, walk moderate distances, move objects, reach for objects, and bend/twist at the waist.

This is a moderately stressful position that requires the candidate to be in good physical and emotional health.

Summary

The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities is seeking staff for the summer camp season! At our Voyageur Environmental Center, we host residential summer camp and need staff members from June until August! This position is paid at a weekly rate plus room and board for living on the camp site during the duration of the season! Employees will have access to staff cabins and a house with a kitchen, on-site laundry and showers. Many meals will be provided and cooked by the kitchen team in a commercial kitchen. The staff kitchen will be socked with standard items for community use. Transportation will be available to go to town for errands and additional grocery items as needed as well. 

We're looking forward to meeting you!