Lifeguard - Peninsula Jewish Community Center

Summary: Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of the swimming pool environment and must closely monitor and rescue swimmers.... 

Certifications, Licenses, etc.:

Lifeguards must maintain the following:

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (or equivalent training).

American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer (or equivalent training).

American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (or equivalent training).

Performance Testing*:

All lifeguards are required to perform the following performance test prior to employment and may be tested at any time throughout their employment.

Performance test are as follows:

Swim 300 yards continuous

Tread water for two minutes using legs only

Demonstrate the proper use of rescue equipment

Surface Dive to the deepest part of the pool and retrieve a 10-pound brick

Perform aquatic rescue & CPR/AED skills