Lifeguard

Camp Zanika is a youth summer camp that provides children, grades 1-12, an opportunity to live beneath the trees, learn under the stars and experience the wonder of the great outdoors. On the shores of beautiful Lake Wenatchee, Camp Zanika is the ideal location for kids to learn new skills, have fun, and make friends & memories that will last a lifetime. Camp Zanika believes in the dignity and the intrinsic worth of every human being. We welcome, affirm, and support young people and adults of all abilities and disabilities, experiences, races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, religion and non-religion, citizenship and immigration status, and any other category people use to define themselves or others. We strive to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity and foster positive relationships. Pay is $425 per week, includes meals and housing. FLSA Section 13(a)(3) Reporting to the Waterfront Director, Lifeguards are responsible for teaching, supervising and helping coordinate Camp Zanika's waterfront program. Help Maintain standards that lead to a quality program Minimum Qualifications Training and experience in waterfront activities Current Lifeguard Training or equivalent Certification Current CPR and First Aid Certifications Desire and ability to work with children outdoors Ability to accept guidance and supervision Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control Must be a minimum of 19 years of age SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in testing and classifying swimming abilities of camp staff and campers. During camp training, work with the waterfront director to set up the waterfront. Conduct daily checks of equipment in the area for safety, cleanliness and condition. Teach and monitor proper use of equipment. Participate in weekly scheduled meetings. Perform a weekly skill training practice scheduled by Waterfront Director Guard waterfront activities as assigned by the waterf