The first of several certification sessions began on Monday.
"Providing Chicago families with fun and active recreational activities throughout the summer relies upon a strong workforce. As one of the largest employers of youth, we are making important investments in building our seasonal workforce pipeline disrupted by the pandemic," Rosa Escareño, General Superintendent and Chief Executive Officer of the Chicago Park District said in a news release.
After they apply for a lifeguard position, candidates will join a Lifeguard Training Academy – which will be composed of a qualifying lifeguard skills test, an American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard Certification course, and a Park District Safety Operations Lifeguard Training class. Those who successful complete those programs will be onboarded as Chicago Park District lifeguards, the Park District said.
The Chicago Park District is covering the $85 cost of the Red Cross training – in an effort to make sure it can hire enough lifeguards. If you or someone you know is interested,
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