Lifeguard - CMF

Company: Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital
Location: Harrisonburg
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Job Details

Level
Undisclosed

Job Location
Harrisonburg, VA - Harrisonburg, VA

Remote Type
N/A

Position Type
Seasonal

Education Level
Undisclosed

Salary Range
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Travel Percentage
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Join our Aquatic team as a Lifeguard! Our lifeguards assist with the implementation of the aquatic program at the pool while serving as lifeguard to ensure safety. Additionally, lifeguards assist with unit programming in the evening when the pool is closed.

Is this you?

• At least 18 years old by mid June 2023
• Current ARC Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent; or willingness and ability to successfully complete the training
• Availability to work May 31 - August 13, with some flexibility with start and end dates.
• Past swim experience and/or strong swimming ability
• Willingness to learn and accept direction Traditionally staff live on site, but the lifeguard position is open to commuter staff. Lifeguards who are commuting will likely work Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
  
  Some of the Perks
  • Room, board, and laundry facilities provided for residential staff. Free lunch is provided to commuter staff.
  • Paid pre-camp training and professional development
  • Free certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities dependent on position (lifeguarding, archery, etc.)
  • Networking opportunities and a chance to work with staff from different areas of the US and world
  • Ample time off
  • Skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more
  • A summer outdoors in the woods without screens!
  • Memories and friendships to last a lifetime
  • The opportunity to create a positive impact on the youth of today
    
    Lifeguard salaries are $405 per week for residential staff and $12 an hour for commuter staff.
    
    About Camp May Flather
    
    Camp May Flather offers girls in grades 4-11 the opportunity to experience outdoor adventure and discover a new sense of self-confidence. Located a 3-hour drive southwest of Washington, DC, in the scenic George Washington National Forest in Mount Solon, VA, May Flather has been operating as a sleepaway camp since 1930!
    
    While at May Flather, campers choose from a ton of amazing activities, including hiking, backpacking, climbing a natural wall or man-made tower, target sports, and swimming in the pool. May Flather is owned and operated by Girl Scouts Nation's Capital, the largest Girl Scout council in the country. This summer, following our enhanced health and safety guidelines, girls will enjoy both new and old camp traditions such as campfires, wish sticks, theme days, and celebrating 110 years of girl scouting!
    
    For more information and other sleep-away camp employment opportunities, go to http://www.gscnc.org/workatcamp. For May Flather specific information visit https://sites.google.com/view/campmayflatherstaff/home.
    
    Have questions before applying? Contact camp director Emily "Sparrow" Reece at ereece@gscnc.org or text 202-274-3305.

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