Head Camp Lifeguard - Camp Gifford, Loon Lake, WA

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Plan, supervise, and implement the camp waterfront programs including but not limited to: swimming, kayaking, and water games and sports.  Responsible for the safety and well-being of campers and staff while participating in assigned camp programs. 

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate, some college preferred but not mandatory.
• Certified Lifeguard, WSI
• Experience working with children preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED.

• Possess good leadership skills
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to pass a child safety background check.
• Be detail oriented and well organized.
• Must be knowledgeable in the areas of children/personnel safety, planning, problem solving and crisis intervention.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and implement all Waterfront activities including but not limited to electives, free-time and cabin activities.
• Create an environment that leads groups to success.
  • Know the type of group, and the specific needs, of the group you’re working with
  • Maintain open, friendly, and professional relationships with participants.
  • Maintain an attitude of fun and excitement.
  • Use encouragement and positive reinforcement in all situations.
• Develop, implement and supervise elective classes for groups ranging from 8 to 20 campers (e.g. beginning swimming, kayaking, water games).
  • Clearly communicate the instructions for each elective in a fun and creative manner.
  • Have all equipment prepared before the campers’ arrival.
  • Ensure the safety of campers and staff.
• Lead briefing and debriefing sessions with each group
  • Communicate the objective of the activities
  • Observe groups’ responses to each challenge and formulate appropriate questions to encourage group learning and growth.
  • Initiate and facilitate final wrap-up session at the end of each course to sum up the experience and point campers to Christ in transferring their learning.
• Supervise and coordinate water safety program.
  • Participate in safety training.
  • Instruct other staff in the best techniques of water safety and first-aid emergency during the pre-camp staff training period.
  • Clearly communicate all safety procedures and standards to participants for each activity.
  • Inspect all lake equipment and make immediate report of any defects to the Discovery Camp Director or Corps Youth Officer
• Always maintain the lake area in a clean manner.
• Conduct property safety checks.
• Supervise lifeguards while they are on duty.
• Attend to surroundings and participants needs during all sessions.
• Be aware of any medical/physical conditions or special needs of the campers.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Exhibit effective Christ-like conduct and service as an appropriate example for campers and
• Give support to the total camping program performing all other duties required to provide a consistently excellent program.
• Attend and participate in all camp programs as required including, but not limited to evening programs, chapel activities and staff meetings.
• Follow all policies and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in your person and living quarters.
• Assist with cleanup of the total camp at the end of teach session and at the conclusion of the summer. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   

• Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Grasp, push, pull objects, and reach overhead.
• Operate telephone and computer.
• Lift up to 25 lbs.
• Understand verbal and written information.
• Sweep, clean and perform other janitorial tasks as needed.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.  A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position.  The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RELIGIOUS PURPOSES OF THE SALVATION ARMY:

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church.  The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing in his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission.  The employee agrees and understands that his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or the Army’s religious purposes.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.