The Huntington State Beach Junior Lifeguard Program is looking for candidate’s to fill the role of Guard Aide for the upcoming season.

Guard Aide’s will work both within a group of their peers, as well as assisting instructors in daily operations. This great opportunity will be both physically and mentally challenging through out the eight week course.

Upon Completion, Guard Aides will posses the knowledge, and skills necessary for becoming a California State Lifeguard.

This program is designed to inspire individuals to pursue employment as an ocean lifeguard.

Guard Aide’s in the program will receive extensive training in intermediate to advanced CPR and first aid skills. Training will also focus on performing aquatic rescues, including actual time spent in towers with seasonal lifeguards. We will be providing specialized training for, and will expect guard aide’s to compete at the Junior Guard National Competition.

At the completion of the season, Guard Aide’s will be eligible for a stipend or gift certificate in an amount that is contingent upon the fundraising efforts.

Guard Aides Duties

Assist with the monitoring of aquatic events and perform rescues
Aide instructors with various program related tasks
Receive training in First Aid and CPR
Receive training in California State Parks Lifeguard Rescue protocol
Gain the knowledge, and skills necessary to become a California State Park Lifeguard
Understand they have been invited and improper behavior will lead to dismissal.

Requirements

Minimum age of 15 yrs by August 1st, 2008
Past Junior Lifeguard Experience preferred
Be available for all 8 weeks

Tryouts

1000 yard swim

200 yard run-400 yard swim-200 yard run

Short question and answer after completing the physical events

June 5th, 2010

Check in: 8:45 AM

Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Headquarters at 9am

21601 Pacific Coast Highway

Huntington Beach, CA

Questions:

CONTACT PROGRAM COORDINATOR:

CHRIS EGAN

(714) 292-6381