Lifeguard Minor International

Ensures set-up of safety equipment at the beach/pool which includes set up of life saving floatation devices along the shoreline/around the pool; correct flag must be in placed during business hours; rescue surfboard/boat ready on the shoreline; first aid kit; posting of business hours; depth of the pool; water & air temperatures; wind force & wind speed.

Keeps the designated and marked swimming areas free of any engine driven boat or alike, windsurfers, or sea bikes (pedalos).

Ensures that swimmers/snorkels are out of boat tracks or any hazardous areas.

Supervises the use of windsurf and sea bikes including the log in and log out of guests, monitoring the action of wind surfers and those engaged in other water activities while out on the sea.

Responds to any emergency within the hotel, resort swimming areas including ensuring that rescue boat is available at all times.

Ensures that all water sports activities or pool activities are executed according to Security and Safety regulations.

Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills:

• Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams, or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards
• Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff
• Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions
• Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety
• Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience
• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent
• Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent
• Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent