Lifeguard/Instructor

1 week ago

Dumaurier Avenue Ottawa Ontario Canada KB W BGC Ottawa Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year
PURPOSE As one of Ottawa's largest child and youth-serving charitable organizations, BGC Ottawa provides FREE, subsidized, and cost saving community-based services, and life-changing programs to an annual average of 4,500 young Members each year. We provide safe, supportive places where all kids and teens, of all backgrounds, can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, and develop confidence and skills for life. From anti-Racism to Reconciliation to LGBTQ2S+, food security to scholarships to job readiness, our programs battle systemic issues with systemic solutions—equity, acceptance, support, opportunity.
As a growing team that embraces different ways of thinking, abilities, and experiences we aim to make our staff feel safe. We want you to feel heard, respected, and empowered. We believe in our diverse shared power as being the key to serving our members, volunteers, community, and each other with the utmost care.
GENERAL SUMMARY BGC Ottawa is seeking Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to join our aquatics team. Reporting directly to the Aquatics Coordinator, the successful candidates will ensure the safety of patrons, deliver engaging swim lessons, and maintain a positive, professional, and inclusive pool environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES / ACTIVITIES Safety
  • Educate the patrons on safe swimming habits and enforce rules
  • Perform rescues and first aid necessary for the preservation of life
  • Plan and teach Red Cross Swim programs
  • Ensure that lifesaving equipment is in proper order
  • Report known or potential hazards immediately
  • Patrol change rooms on an ongoing basis
  • Help with admission standard swim testing

Administration / Public Relations
  • Receive and respond to feedback from the public and staff.
  • Act as a BGCO resource person to the staff and community.
  • Assist with public interaction and education regarding rules, hours, and programs
  • Perform daily and weekly task checklists as well as pool tests and program attendance

General / Maintenance
  • Assist in the maintenance and cleanliness of the pool, change rooms, storage, and laundry rooms.
  • Maintain an acceptable appearance and wear the designated uniform while on duty.
  • Attend meetings, in-service training sessions, and clinics as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Coordinator and Clubhouse Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Required Education, Training and Experience
  • National Lifeguard Certificate
  • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate
  • Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
  • Lifesaving Society Swim and Lifesaving Instructor, Airway Management
  • First Aid Instructor, and other certifications are considered assets

Demonstrated Skills and Abilities:
  • Sensitivity to and awareness of diversity issues
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to take initiative and work both independently and within a team environment
  • Genuine interest in working with people of all ages

Please note the following are required for this position:
  • HIGH FIVE certification
  • Minimum 16 years of age

WORKING CONDITIONS These are the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Example: The majority of the work is performed in an environment that is mostly, clean and comfortable. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision on a computer screen for a large part of the working day. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
BGC Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. This means that all job applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.   BGC Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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