Silver Creek Plunge Hiring for Lifeguard at Garden Valley, Idaho Full Time

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Silver Creek Plunge
2345 Silver Creek Rd.

Garden Valley, ID 83622
(208) 739-3400 / (208) 616-3816
www.silvercreekplunge.com

Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Silver Creek Plunge is a family owned mountain campground with rustic
lodging and
geothermal pool located in the Boise National Forest, 20 miles north of
Crouch, Idaho.
We have been providing family camping experience since 1957! As new
owners since
2022, were looking to expand our team with energetic, fun-loving,
family-focused
individuals who will help Silver Creek Plunge continue to be the place
where families
experience family!
We are looking for a professional Lifeguard able to supervise swimmers
with integrity
and attention to detail.
Our goal is to create a clean, orderly, safe and fun environment for our
guests so they
can focus on enjoying family in our outdoor geothermal pool.

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:
Supervises swimming activities of our natural, outdoor geothermal pool
and

ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool
regulations

and water safety policies.
Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in
distress or danger

of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if
necessary.
Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action
plan as

required.
Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are
safe and

usable.
Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and
equipment,

assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts
of water tests
and records of accidents, and adds chemicals to pool water as directed.

While Lifeguarding is the primary (20 hr per week) job description, we
are a
small operation so there is possibility of increasing hours to 40 hrs
per week if
youre interested in being cross-trained in key aspects of operating the
property

including: booking/reservation, cash register, store operation, Snack
Shack
operation, and splitting/bundling wood.

Assists other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to
guests.

Work Hours & Benefits
This is a 20+ hour per week job, with a majority of those hours
compacted into a few
days surrounding the weekend. In fact, this could be just a weekend job
if that works
best for your schedule. (There is plenty of additional work around the
property so we
could expand the hours to 40 hours per week, if youre interested in
working different
aspects of the property.) You will be guaranteed 2 days off per week.

The job runs from mid-May through mid-September (maybe October depending
upon
weather). This job requires applicant to live onsite for the season with
onsite housing
provided in a camp trailer; due to our location commuting isnt a viable
option.

The rate of pay is between $15 $20 per hour, depending upon
experience.

As an employee, youll: (a) have free employee lodging; (b) free
utilities, including WiFi,
unlimited free access to the geothermal pool; (d) receive 50% off all
store purchases;
(e) receive lodging discounts for family and friends; (f) enjoy family
meals with staff
and owners throughout the summer; (g) experience team-building fun with
our
amazing Silver Creek Plunge family!

Qualifications / Skills:
Knowledge and ability to evaluate the water conditions of our natural
geothermal

pool to determine any potential dangers or hazards
Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions
Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals
participating in

aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats
to their safety
Knowledge f on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety
policies
Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency
medical

services

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
This is a professional position responsible for the health and
well-being of a large
number of swimmers so Lifeguard and CPR Certification is a must. If you
desire to be
our Lifeguard but lack Certification, we will be willing to pay for your
Certification
with the understanding that you commit to lifeguarding for us for 1 year
minimum.
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 6 months of related work experience

Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent
American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent