Lifeguards are in high demand as summer approaches
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As the weather warms up and COVID-19 restrictions ease up, swimming pools across the country are re-opening but finding enough lifeguards for them is turning out to be tough.
Jocelyn Ramey a seasoned lifeguard of four years is no stranger to busy days in the sun. This summer she'll be working for the Life Time, fitness chain which has more than 150 locations in 41 North American cities. "I really value the first responder aspects and always being on my toes, as well as enforcing the rules and keeping our members safe," said Ramey. The start date for Ramey was a little delayed due to COVID but she’s back at the pool now. Across the country, thousands of lifeguards were furloughed due to the pandemic. Many deciding to take up new career paths. Pools nationwide are trying to stay afloat with the staff they currently have as new applicants aren’t exactly diving in.
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