Job DetailsJob Location: Schenectady-Park Place - Schenectady, NY 12304Position Type: Per DiemSalary Range: $22.00 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneAs a Lifeguard, you will provide rescue and lifesaving services, teach water safety and swim instruction to children and adolescents in program during the summer months, and help maintain our pools for optimal health and safety. You will report to the Director of Therapeutic Recreation and you will work onsite.
Responsibilities:
Monitor and maintain order in the swimming pool area to prevent accidents
Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning, administering first aid
Inspect the swimming facilities at the beginning and end of each shift for cleanliness; monitor and record the chlorine content and pH level of the water
Provide students with ongoing swimming instruction based on ability level
Hold students and staff accountable to the rules of the pool area and report any concerns with adherence of these rules to a Residential Supervisor
Work in other areas of the recreational department during inclement weather
Requirements and Education:
Requires an Advance Life Saving certificate or equivalent (must be a certified Lifeguard)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience working with children and adolescents and the ability to understand the basics of the therapeutic environment preferred
Benefits
Sick Leave
EAP
401 (K) plan
Free training/CEU opportunities
About Northern Rivers
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.Qualifications
Responsibilities:
Monitor and maintain order in the swimming pool area to prevent accidents
Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning, administering first aid
Inspect the swimming facilities at the beginning and end of each shift for cleanliness; monitor and record the chlorine content and pH level of the water
Provide students with ongoing swimming instruction based on ability level
Hold students and staff accountable to the rules of the pool area and report any concerns with adherence of these rules to a Residential Supervisor
Work in other areas of the recreational department during inclement weather
Requirements and Education:
Requires an Advance Life Saving certificate or equivalent (must be a certified Lifeguard)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience working with children and adolescents and the ability to understand the basics of the therapeutic environment preferred
Benefits
Sick Leave
EAP
401 (K) plan
Free training/CEU opportunities
About Northern Rivers
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.Qualifications
Job ID: 517616552
Originally Posted on: 4/16/2026
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