Life Guard

Job Description Job Description

NEW AND EXCITING NEWS! Hawthorne Foundation Inc. has implemented a generous SIGN-ON BONUS of $1500 for new full-time employees!

• $750- on completion of 3 months of employment
• $750 -on completion of 6 months of employment

Organization Profile: Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention.

Vision Statement: To be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and supports
grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices.
Mission Statement: Advancing opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities.

LIFEGUARD - GROUP HOMES

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older •

Current Lifeguard Certification

• Current Certification in Professional Rescuer CPR and AED Use

• Current training in First Aid

• Sensitivities to the needs and safety of all students

Accountability:

•Accountable to Residence Manager, Coordinator of Residential Community, Coordinator of Support Services and Executive Director

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all guidelines for pool use (below) are followed

• Responsible for the proper treatment of all pool equipment and for reporting any problems in this area to the Coordinator of Support Services and Coordinator of Residential Community

• Responsible for conducting daily routine maintenance of the pool including cleaning and the closing of the pool daily

• Test chlorine and pH each day (as conditions warrant) and adjust chemical feed equipment as necessary

• Maintain and monitor filtration equipment as necessary • Assure that all safety equipment is in place and in good repair each day prior to use of the pool

• Vacuum pool daily prior to use of the pool

• Responsible for taking immediate charge in the event of an emergency in the pool area: ordering pool evacuation, administering first aide, taking other steps as needed (see Emergency Procedures below)

• Responsible for carrying out daily schedule and for reporting any problems in this area to the Residence Manager, Coordinator of Residential Community or Coordinator of Support Services

• Responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of students in the pool area

Company Description We are a dynamic and diverse group making a difference in the lives of people with autism and other developmental disabilities. We seek team members that are passionate and committed to service. We offer ongoing training to our employees in order to provide opportunities for growth. Please take a look at our career opportunities, whether you are looking for the next step in your career, or are just starting out. Company Description We are a dynamic and diverse group making a difference in the lives of people with autism and other developmental disabilities. We seek team members that are passionate and committed to service. We offer ongoing training to our employees in order to provide opportunities for growth. Please take a look at our career opportunities, whether you are looking for the next step in your career, or are just starting out.