Why You'll Want To Dive Into Lifeguarding Jobs With Westgate Resorts

Dive into Westgate’s Lifeguarding jobs for the summer, where you'll safeguard our guests and experience endless opportunities for personal growth and adventure!

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, our lifeguard jobs promise an exciting and rewarding journey. Join a team that values dedication, passion, and a commitment to creating unforgettable memories for our guests. 

Read on to discover three reasons why a lifeguard position at Westgate Resorts is more than just a job—it's a chance to be part of something extraordinary.

1. Refine and Develop Valuable Skills

When you step into Lifeguarding jobs, you’ll get to develop and refine valuable skills from day one. 

For these kinds of roles, you’ll be monitoring the safety of our guests very carefully. As such, it’s vital that you master hard skills such as CPR, first aid, and water safety. Soft skills will also set you up for success in lifeguard jobs: think skills like communication, empathy, time management, thinking fast on your feet, and more!

Even if you’re just taking on a lifeguard job as something part-time, the skills and qualities you’ll develop can translate across other sectors and roles, so it’s still a useful career stepping stone.

2. Make a Meaningful Impact

Lifeguards play a huge part in ensuring the safety and well-being of swimmers and general beachgoers. Their vigilance and fast responses during emergencies can save lives and create a secure environment for people to enjoy leisure.

If you’re looking for a role with a sense of responsibility, meaning, and reward, this is the perfect job for you! It’s fair to say that Lifeguarding is more than just a job—it’s a chance to play the hero in everyday situations.

3. Focus On Your Physical Fitness

It’s no secret that being a Lifeguard requires physical fitness and endurance. You’ll be on your feet most of your shift, constantly moving and staying alert to ensure the safety of our guests. You’ll be expected to jump into action at a moment's notice to assist swimmers, which naturally requires both strength and agility. 

FAQs

What do lifeguard job duties and responsibilities look like at Westgate?

As a Westgate lifeguard, you’ll ensure the safety of our guests by preventing and responding to emergencies. You’ll know all about water hazards, lifesaving techniques, and first aid. When we’re hiring for these roles, we also look out for candidates with effective communication skills who can engage effectively with the public. 

Make sure to demonstrate soft skills like communication in your resume and in your interview, linking back to the duties of the role!

What qualifications do I need to be a lifeguard?

Generally speaking, if you’re keen to branch into these jobs, you’ll need to meet the following lifeguard job requirements:

• Prior customer service experience is desirable
• You should ideally possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and Adult/Child/Infant CPR certification, some employers may provide you with these certifications. If you’re uncertain about this, you can reach out to the recruiter listing the job vacancy.
• Previous First Aid training is a must, with the ability to perform all skills necessary for Lifeguard/CPR certifications.

Is lifeguarding a good job?

As we’ve already discussed, lifeguarding is great for several reasons. Let’s recap:

• You can make a substantial impact on the safety and well-being of guests at a pool
• You can develop critical skills like first aid and CPR
• Lifeguarding promotes physical fitness, making the job both physically and mentally rewarding
• Finally, if you join Westgate on a full-time contract, you’ll get to make the most of our comprehensive perks and benefits!

Dive in With Westgate – Become a Lifeguard Today

Lifeguarding jobs with Westgate offer the chance to experience rewarding professional and personal growth. With the chance to refine valuable skills while doing meaningful work, what are you waiting for? 

Become a Lifeguard today - join Westgate Resorts and love what you do, who you do it with, and who you do it for!

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