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Camp Counselor / Lifeguard
Location: Okoboji, Iowa
Job Summary:
When you come to work for Boys Town, more than just a job awaits you. You will be part of a team that gives healing and hope to at-risk youth. As a Water Safety Instructor, you will organize, instruct, and promote water recreational activities at the Boys Town Camp in Okoboji, Iowa (room & board included). Teach swimming, water skiing, and kayaking to youth and staff at the Boys Town Camp. Other recreational activities you may do include basketball, volleyball, kickball, and other outdoor games. This position will also maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the camp (i.e. cleaning, mowing).
Required Qualifications:
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High School diploma or equivalent
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Be at least 19 years old
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Willing to become certified in: Basic Rescue, Emergency Water Safety Life Guarding
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Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check.
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Previous experience in water safety preferably working with youth; camp and lifeguard experience is preferred.
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Knowledge of water safety, boating, and principles of sailing and canoeing. Strong swimming skills.
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Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality.
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Ability to quickly make decisions in sensitive and sometimes critical areas and to adapt responses to situations while maintaining procedural and regulatory integrity.
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Responsible for supervising youth ages 10-18 years of age.
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Ability to successfully lead youth in the completion of tasks and redirect inappropriate youth behaviors.
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Ability to attend a mandatory training in Omaha, NE - May 20th, 2019 through May 22nd, 2019
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Ability to live and work in Okoboji, IA - May 23rd, 2019 through August 12th, 2019
About Boys Town Okoboji Camp:
In 1952, the Green family presented Boys Town the gift of Camp Lady by the Lake at Okoboji, Iowa. Over the years, thousands of Boys Town residents have traveled to the camp for several days of fishing, tubing, boating and fun.
The opportunity to shape the future of Americaâs youth is only one of the many perks here at Boys Town Okoboji. Not only do we provide you with free room and board during training and at the camp, but you get complimentary meals too. We also provide you with training and certification in CPR/First Aid/Lifeguarding â all free of charge. What could be better than working outdoors on a private beach and enjoying your summer in the sun?
About Boys Town:
Boys Town touches the lives of more than 2 million children and families nationwide each year. As one of the countryâs largest nonprofit funded child-care organizations, Boys Town is nationally recognized for its research-proven child, health and family care programs. From our start in 1917, weâre poised to make even greater strides forward as we lead the way in changing how America cares for children, families and communities for the next 100 years.
Schedule: Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal
Date Posted: April 9th, 2019
Job ID: 13339
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.
