Pool Supervisor

MISSION STATEMENT
Camp Hobé is a special summer camp experience designed expressly for children currently undergoing treatment for cancer as well as their siblings. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that enhances self-esteem, fosters independence and friendships, and creates a feeling of belonging.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age of 21 years preferred
• A minimum of 6 weeks of prior leadership experience
• Ability to meet the public
• Desire & skills needed to bring people into a functioning unit
• Ability to supervise staff & campers
• Open and honest in relationships; willing to learn from experience
• Current CPR and FIRST AID preferred
• Current or expired WSI or American Red Cross lifesaving certification preferred

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee pool maintenance during the camp session
• Oversee pool activities
• Assist designated lifeguards with training staff and campers in pool safety
• Motivate lifeguard staff to work as a group
• Supervise lifeguard staff and report any problems to the Camp Director

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Choose and train counselors & counselors-in-training to act as 'lookers' at the pool. 'Lookers' will be required to demonstrate a non-swimming rescue to the Pool Supervisor's satisfaction prior to starting the camp session
• Orient campers and staff to the Camp Hobé pool rules, before they are allowed to swim
• Interview campers and their parents about swimming abilities and experience during camper check-in. Document and review interview results, prior to the first scheduled swimming session
• Ensure that all policies and procedures are followed when campers or staff members are swimming

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Be able to communicate in a professional manner with lifeguards & staff
• Be able to understand & implement requirements of ACA standards
• Be able to communicate instructions to campers and other staff
• Be able to observe & assess camper behavior & enforce appropriate regulations
• Possess strength & endurance required to maintain supervision of campers & staff
• Identify and respond to hazards, and have the abilities to assist in emergency situations
• Be able to communicate by phone, & operate a vehicle in emergency situations

RESPONSIBLE TO:
ACS Camp Hobé Committee
Camp Hobé Director