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Recreation Program Instructor 1
2 weeks ago
**External Job Posting**
**Position**:Recreation Program Instructor 1 - Fitness**
**Status**: Regular Part-Time (8-19 hours a week)
**Work Area**: Recreation
**Posting Date**: November 20, 2024
**Closing Date**: Open until filled
**GENERAL SUMMARY**
Reporting to the Recreation Program Coordinator, the Recreation Instructor - Fitness will assist with the planning,
leading, and supervision of recreation activities as well as leading community-based exercise and fitness programs.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Customer Service**
- Contributes to the success of our team, creation of our community by fostering the District of Squamish corporate
values in their work: respect, integrity, connection and progress.
**Recreation Program Administration**
- Directs fitness programs, promoting, organizing, scheduling, and supervising these activities in cooperation with other
Recreation Departments or partnering organization activities to avoid conflicts and provide consistent service to the
public.
- Assists in organizing, and planning appropriate activities for various skill levels.
- Instructs and leads planned activities focusing on specific fitness areas.
- Leads exercise groups where program content is based on BCRPA performance standards and guidelines.
- Incorporates the use of appropriate exercise equipment based on the identified needs of the participants.
- Conducts set-up and pre-use inspections of equipment.
- Wipes down equipment prior to take down.
- Assists in the promotion and evaluation of programs including gauging participant satisfaction.
- Conducts and assists in the evaluation of intake and outtake measures related to participation. Ensures safety of
participants enrolled in activities and advises the supervisor of safety concerns.
- Responsible for equipment set up and assists with purchasing program supplies and equipment.
- Communicates effectively, keeping accurate records and making reports as required.
- Assists Recreation Program Coordinator with related program duties.
**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**
- Knowledge and ability to lead outdoor and indoor activities pertaining to a wide range of age groups in various
recreation environments (pool, arena, outside etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with all ages.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to deal with people in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, energy, enthusiasm and positive attitude when relating to all ages and the public.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with coworkers and program participants.
- Ability to lift and move program related equipment.
- Ability to swim and skate independently and safely.
- Ability to successfully pass a Police Information Check for working with vulnerable populations.
- Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
- Is self-motivated and takes initiative appropriately.
- Basic computer skills (ie. MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to understand, follow, and relay messages and instruction.
**REQUIRED TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- An original Police Information Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check issued within the past 6 months that is
satisfactory to the employer will be required before starting in the position.
- Grade 12
- Minimum 2 years experience working with and leading a wide range of recreation programs including group fitness
programs and rehabilitative fitness programs for adults and seniors.
- Experience, training & qualifications related to specific programming needs
- First Aid Certificate minimum 16 hour course
- Valid “Class 5” BC Driver’s License or valid “Class 4” BC Driver’s License or the ability to obtain a “Class 4” BC Driver’s
License.
- Relevant experience qualifications and/or certification (Provincial Standards where applicable).**
- Previous experience working in Recreation or a relevant work environment is an asset such as a background in
personal training, group fitness instruction, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or rehabilitative fitness instruction.
- Previous experience working with older adults and adults living with neurological conditions.
**Disclaimer**:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned
to this position. This is a general list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other related
duties may be assigned in keeping with the general nature of the position.**
**Current Hours of Work**:8 - 19 hours a week.**Shifts range from Monday to Sunday, between the hours of 7:00am
**Salary**:$25.23 per hour**
This is a Union position within the Collective Agreement of CUPE Local 2269 and the District of Squamish.
Human Resources
District of Squamish
37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, B.C., V8B 0A3
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