Lifeguard PT/PRN

Lifeguard – Part-Time/PRN

Department: Wellness Center

Reports To: Wellness Center Director / Manager

Employment Status: Part-Time / PRN

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 / Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The League for People with Disabilities is seeking a dependable, safety-focused, and compassionate Part-Time/PRN Lifeguard to support the daily operations of the Wellness Center aquatic facility.

The Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible aquatic environment for League participants, members, staff, visitors, and program guests. This position actively monitors pool activities, responds appropriately to emergencies, enforces established aquatic safety rules, performs rescues and emergency procedures when necessary, and helps ensure that all individuals can participate in aquatic activities with dignity and respect.

The ideal candidate understands the importance of person-centered service, disability inclusion, accessibility, and participant choice and is comfortable working with individuals with varying physical, developmental, behavioral, sensory, and communication needs.

The Lifeguard represents The League's commitment to helping individuals gain independence, increase self-sufficiency, and improve their quality of life through safe and meaningful recreational and wellness opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Aquatic Safety & Surveillance

• Maintain continuous and attentive surveillance of assigned aquatic areas.

• Identify and respond promptly to unsafe conditions, distressed swimmers, emergencies, and potential hazards.

• Enforce Wellness Center pool rules and safety procedures consistently and respectfully.

• Maintain appropriate positioning and scanning techniques while on active lifeguard duty.

• Prevent unsafe behavior before it develops into an emergency whenever possible.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pool deck and surrounding aquatic areas.

• Conduct and document routine safety checks as assigned.

• Immediately report unsafe equipment, environmental hazards, maintenance concerns, or other safety issues.

Emergency Response

• Respond immediately and appropriately to aquatic emergencies, medical emergencies, injuries, and other incidents.

• Perform water rescues and provide emergency assistance within the scope of current training and certification.

• Administer first aid, CPR, and/or AED procedures as required and permitted by current certification and organizational policy.

• Activate the Wellness Center's emergency response procedures when necessary.

• Communicate clearly with emergency responders, supervisors, staff, and participants during an emergency.

• Complete required incident, accident, rescue, or emergency documentation accurately and promptly.

• Participate in emergency drills, safety exercises, and required competency reviews.

Inclusive & Disability-Supportive Service

• Provide respectful and professional assistance to individuals with disabilities while promoting independence and participant choice.

• Recognize that participants may have different mobility, communication, sensory, behavioral, or support needs.

• Follow established participant support plans, safety procedures, and reasonable accommodations applicable to aquatic activities.

• Use appropriate communication techniques based on the individual's needs and preferences.

• Maintain participant dignity and privacy during all interactions.

• Avoid unnecessary physical assistance and encourage individuals to perform tasks independently whenever safely possible.

• Coordinate with Wellness Center staff, program staff, caregivers, and other authorized personnel when additional support is needed.

• Support an environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or exclusion.

Pool & Facility Operations

• Assist with opening and closing aquatic areas as assigned.

• Complete pool safety and equipment inspections according to established procedures.

• Monitor water and facility conditions and report concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

• Assist with maintaining appropriate pool capacity and participant-to-staff ratios.

• Ensure required rescue equipment, first-aid supplies, and emergency equipment are accessible and ready for use.

• Follow established procedures for pool access, locker rooms, equipment use, and facility safety.

• Assist with maintaining appropriate cleanliness and organization of the aquatic environment.

• Report damaged, missing, or malfunctioning equipment immediately.

Participant & Member Experience

• Greet participants, members, families, staff, and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.

• Promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive Wellness Center environment.

• Respond to questions and concerns appropriately and refer issues to the supervisor when necessary.

• Support aquatic programs, classes, recreational activities, and special events as assigned.

• Encourage safe participation while respecting individual abilities, goals, preferences, and choices.

• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with participants, families, visitors, and coworkers.

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with Wellness Center leadership and other League departments.

• Participate in staff meetings, training, orientations, and required safety updates.

• Provide accurate information regarding incidents, participant concerns, facility conditions, and safety matters.

• Maintain confidentiality of participant, employee, and organizational information.

• Work cooperatively with staff across programs to support participant safety and successful programming.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Lifeguard Certification from a nationally recognized aquatic safety organization.

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification as required by The League.

• Ability to successfully complete The League's required onboarding, safety, emergency response, and compliance training.

• Demonstrated ability to remain alert, calm, and professional in emergency situations.

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with varying communication and support needs.

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities, in recreation, aquatics, healthcare, education, or human services is preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong aquatic safety awareness.

• Excellent observation and situational-awareness skills.

• Ability to recognize potential hazards and respond appropriately.

• Ability to follow emergency procedures and organizational policies.

• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Patience, compassion, and respect for individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.

• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.

• Ability to remain composed during stressful or emergency situations.

• Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, participant choice, and dignity.

• Ability to interact professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with varying abilities.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements represent the essential physical functions of the position and may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, where applicable:

• Ability to remain attentive and visually monitor aquatic activity for extended periods.

• Ability to enter and exit the pool area safely.

• Ability to respond quickly to an emergency within the facility.

• Ability to perform essential lifeguarding and rescue functions consistent with current certification and training.

• Ability to perform CPR, first aid, and AED procedures when required.

• Ability to retrieve and utilize emergency and rescue equipment.

• Ability to communicate emergency information clearly.

• Ability to work in an aquatic environment with exposure to water, humidity, pool chemicals, varying temperatures, and noise.

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility as required to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to maintain the level of physical readiness necessary to perform assigned lifeguarding responsibilities safely.

Reasonable accommodations may be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities when they do not create an undue hardship and when the essential functions of the position can be performed safely and effectively.

SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY

This is a Part-Time/PRN position. Scheduling may include:

• Weekdays

• Evenings

• Weekends

• Special programs or events

• Seasonal or increased program demand

• Coverage for staff absences

• Other hours based on Wellness Center operational needs

PRN employees must maintain reliable communication regarding their availability and accept assignments consistent with their availability and the needs of the Wellness Center.

DDA & PERSON-CENTERED PRACTICE

The Lifeguard is expected to support The League's commitment to person-centered services and meaningful community participation.

Employees are expected to:

• Promote participant independence whenever safely possible.

• Respect individual preferences and choices.

• Support meaningful participation rather than unnecessarily restricting participation because of disability.

• Treat every participant with dignity and respect.

• Follow applicable participant rights, organizational policies, and program-specific requirements.

• Support an environment that promotes inclusion, accessibility, safety, and quality of life.

• Recognize and respect different communication styles and support needs.

• Work collaboratively with the participant and appropriate support team when safety concerns arise.

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

All employees are expected to:

• Follow The League's policies and procedures.

• Maintain all required certifications.

• Complete required training within established deadlines.

• Follow applicable federal, state, local, DDA, health, safety, and aquatic regulations and standards applicable to the position.

• Report accidents, injuries, suspected abuse/neglect, safety concerns, and other required incidents immediately through established reporting procedures.

• Maintain confidentiality and protect participant information.

• Participate in required background screening and employment verification processes.

• Follow all applicable workplace safety requirements.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Success in this position will be measured by the employee's ability to:

• Maintain a consistently safe aquatic environment.

• Remain attentive and proactive while assigned to lifeguard duty.

• Respond appropriately and promptly to emergencies.

• Maintain required certifications and training.

• Demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.

• Interact respectfully with participants, families, visitors, and coworkers.

• Support participant independence and inclusion.

• Follow safety, compliance, and documentation requirements.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

• Contribute to a welcoming and accessible Wellness Center environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The League for People with Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, business needs, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

The League is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities consistent with applicable law.