Temporary Lifeguard

Temporary Lifeguard - Therapeutic Recreation

Hamden, CT Temporary/Seasonal (Hours/Schedule Varies) Non-Exempt

Keep Children Safe While Supporting Summer Fun!

The Children's Center of Hamden is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Temporary Lifeguard to support our therapeutic recreation programming during the summer months. In this role, you'll help maintain a safe, positive pool environment by actively monitoring swimmers, enforcing pool rules, and responding appropriately to emergencies. You'll play an important part in ensuring children and adolescents in our care can safely enjoy recreational and therapeutic water activities. Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and a calm, confident presence are essential to success in this position.

Why Join Us?

At The Children's Center of Hamden, you'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team where every staff member is valued and supported. We recognize the importance of safe recreational programming and the role it plays in the well-being of the youth we serve.

Teamwork & Support - Work alongside staff who prioritize safety, structure, and care.

Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture - Join a collaborative team where your work truly makes a difference for youth and families.

What You'll Do

As Temporary Lifeguard, you will:

• Actively monitor pool and deck areas to ensure swimmer safety at all times.
• Enforce pool rules and safety procedures in a consistent, respectful manner.
• Respond to emergencies, including rescues, first aid, CPR, and use of AED as trained.
• Conduct routine safety checks of the pool area and equipment before and during use.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure pool environment.
• Support staff with safe swimmer supervision during scheduled programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support safe aquatics programming.

What We're Looking For

• Current Lifeguard Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (or included in lifeguard credential)
• Experience lifeguarding in a pool setting preferred.
• Ability to remain alert, calm, and responsive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to enforce rules appropriately.
• Commitment to professionalism, dependability, and youth safety.
• Ability to work a flexible temporary schedule based on program needs.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and remain attentive for extended periods.
• Ability to swim strongly and perform rescues, including lifting/pulling individuals in water as needed.
  
• Comfort working in outdoor pool settings with exposure to water, humidity, heat, and pool chemicals.
  
• Ability to follow all safety protocols to maintain a secure and welcoming environment.
• Potential exposure to bodily fluids and other environmental hazards in residential, school-based, or milieu settings.
  

Join Our Team

If you're a safety-minded professional who takes pride in creating a secure and welcoming pool environment, we want to hear from you.! Apply today and help make a meaningful difference for the children and adolescents we serve.

The Children's Center of Hamden is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.