Lifeguard

About the PJCC:
Founded by a group of enthusiastic Jewish community members, the PJCC was brought to life in a rented home in Burlingame in 1948. A place of compassion and a symbol of unity to all, the PJCC quickly became popular among many San Mateo County residents. With demand for the Center growing by leaps and bounds, the tiny house was soon too small to support the needs of its membership, so the Center was moved to a storefront in San Carlos. By 1960, due to the Peninsula’s increasing population, the Board of Directors eagerly set out to find a new home yet again. In 1963, the PJCC purchased and opened a much larger facility on a 4+ acre site in the Belmont hills where it remained for the next 40 years.
First formed in the 19th Century to enable new immigrants to learn English, find housing, and promote community building, Jewish Community Centers soon became a hub of activity for people of all ages. Small classes for toddlers became early childhood departments; pools and steam rooms grew into full-fledged health, wellness, and recreation departments; and, as the population aged, information and services for seniors grew.
Currently, there are over 250 JCCs (Jewish Community Centers) in North America, including 17 in California alone. Although each center is unique, they share the goal of providing programs and services that reinforce the life-affirming values and proud traditions we embrace.

A Peninsula Tradition Continues
The PJCC proudly opened its new 12-acre home in Foster City in May 2004. This momentous occasion came as the result of years of hard work, contributions and the dedication of hundreds of individuals banding together. For over 55 years, the PJCC has worked to inspire a sense of community in San Mateo County. That dream has become a reality. For more information, visit www.pjcc.org or call 650.212.7522

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

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Explain and enforce facility regulations, policies, and procedures to patrons
• Rescue swimmers in need of assistance
• Demonstrate proper rescue techniques, including but not limited to, swimming rescues, First Aid, and CPR
• Administer emergency care to patrons in need of assistance
• Monitor activities of patrons in the water and on deck and minimized the possibility of patron injury
• Conduct routine chemical test of the water on an hourly basis
• Keep accurate records of incident reports, maintenance, and chemical testing
• Perform routine maintenance of pool and pool equipment
• Keep all certification current
• Effectively supervise the swimming area from an elevated Lifeguard chair
• Attend all in-service trainings
• Be knowledgeable about all programs and activities offered
• Promote club services and activities
• Assist with keeping the club well stocked and clean
• Inventory of food items as well as locker and laundry service
• Maintain safety book/emergency log, massage log, and lost and found ledger

Hours: Monday-Friday 4:30am-3:30pm

Pay Rate: $20-$25/hour

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 100 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