Lifeguard
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPlant Farm Road, White Oak Junction, Glen Jean, Fayette County, West Virginia, 25846, United States
About the Mission
Our goal is to provide high-quality aquatics-based opportunities for all participants while fostering an environment of fun and creating memories that will last a lifetime. We strive to model the Scout Oath and Law in our daily interactions, ensuring a safe and enriching experience for youth of diverse ages, maturity levels, and backgrounds.
About the Role
As an Aquatics Instructor, you will be the face of our program, presenting lessons and teaching merit badges to groups of 2 to 24 youth. This role is designed for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess the adaptability to learn both hard and soft skills on the go. You will not only transfer knowledge but also serve as a role model, maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area while assisting with the setup, maintenance, and takedown of program areas.
Your day will involve active engagement with participants, requiring the physical stamina to stand, walk, swim, and paddle for up to 8 hours daily. You will also be responsible for providing First Aid as needed and ensuring all advancement paperwork is submitted to your supervisor in a timely manner. This position is ideal for someone with a positive, cheerful attitude and a strong focus on customer service who is comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily communication.
Living and Working at Camp
Staff members reside in 10'x12' platform tents within Staff Camp and are expected to wear the Summit Staff Uniform. The work schedule typically ranges from 45 to 55 hours per week. All staff must complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, adhering to specific height and weight guidelines.
Hiring Process and Requirements
To join our team, candidates must be at least 18 years old. While a Red Cross Lifeguard certification is preferred, training is provided for those who do not yet hold it. All successful candidates must be willing to become registered Scouting America members, which includes undergoing a background screening. We look for individuals with high emotional intelligence, including self-awareness and social awareness, who can effectively navigate team dynamics.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and consider qualified applicants regardless of their background.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Plant Farm Road, White Oak Junction, Glen Jean, Fayette County, West Virginia, 25846, United States
Glen Jean, West Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleTeach aquatics-based merit badges and lessons
- check_circlePresent lessons to groups of 2-24 youth
- check_circleProvide First Aid as needed
- check_circleMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- check_circleModel the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
- check_circleAssist with setup, maintenance, and take down of program areas
- check_circleSubmit advancement paperwork to supervisor
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum age 18+
- verifiedRed Cross Lifeguard certification preferred
- verifiedWilling to become a registered Scouting America member
- verifiedComfortable using Microsoft Teams
Nice to Have
Red Cross Lifeguard certification. High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics). Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus. Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills. Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHousing provided in 10'x12' platform tent at Staff Campcheck_circleRed Cross Lifeguard certification training provided
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In this Lifeguard at The Summit Bechtel Reserve role, you will teach aquatics-based merit badges and lessons; present lessons to groups of 2-24 youth; provide first aid as needed; and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
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To qualify for the Lifeguard at The Summit Bechtel Reserve position, applicants should have: Minimum age 18+; Red Cross Lifeguard certification preferred; Willing to become a registered Scouting America member; and Comfortable using Microsoft Teams.
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Lifeguard at The Summit Bechtel Reserve is based in Plant Farm Road, White Oak Junction, Glen Jean, Fayette County, West Virginia, 25846, United States. This is a on-site role.
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The Summit Bechtel Reserve has listed this Lifeguard role as on-site.
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Candidates for Lifeguard at The Summit Bechtel Reserve should have entry level.
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Key skills for Lifeguard at The Summit Bechtel Reserve include Red Cross Lifeguard Certification; Microsoft Teams; and First Aid.
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Lifeguard at The Summit Bechtel Reserve is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.
About The Summit Bechtel Reserve
Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth, adults and anyone who loves the outdoors.
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