Instructor/Lifeguard

4 weeks ago

Kitchener, Canada City of Kitchener Full time

Position Overview:

Lifeguards and provides swimming instruction, skill evaluation, supervision of the participants, accident prevention, rescue skills, public education and public relations. Provides aquatic leadership program instruction and examinations (Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross) that meet the standards prescribed by the Lifesaving Society of Canada.

This position is for the Aquatic job pool. This position offers staff the opportunity to pick up substitute shifts at any of our indoor and or outdoor pools. You will be trained to work at the facilities you are able to pick up shifts at. You can be scheduled a weekly shift once one becomes available.

Please note that selection for this position is ongoing.

Responsibilities:

Instructor Duties

Instructs assigned aquatic classes using established teaching methodology andprocedures and in accordance to the governing body’s (Red Cross, LifesavingSociety) standards. Provides preliminary screening of patrons to establish water safety level. Monitors the activities of swimmers; explains and ensures policies, rules, and regulations are followed. Prepares swimming lesson plans according to established procedures. Evaluates performance and maintains records of performance, attendance, andreport cards. Communicates students’ performance and progress to parents/caregivers. Provides CPR and First Aid.

Lifeguard Duties

Monitors the activities of swimmers; explains and ensures policies, rules, and regulations are followed. Warns swimmers of improper activities or hazards. Rescues persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated; provides CPR and First Aid, and uses safety/rescue equipment. Provides preliminary screening of patrons to establish water safety level. Maintains records and completes required reports. Performs maintenance duties including but not restricted to pool chemistry tests, and pool fouling clean up. Notifies supervisor of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen. Ensures that the equipment is in place, operational, and stored away after use. Conducts routine change room checks. Completes opening/closing safety checklists.

Other Duties

Ensures compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant legislationand Policy and Procedures manuals. Responds to aquatic emergency situations and uses safety/rescue equipment. Participates in special events, water smart programs, emergency procedure training, and other training as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Completion of some secondary school education. Minimum of up to 3 months of related experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Must provide a satisfactory Police Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector) at your own expense as a condition of employment. Completion of all courses below: Standard First Aid & CPR-C/AEDcertification CurrentLifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification Current National Lifeguard certification Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.

The City of Kitchener is committed to an equity-driven, inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and to ensuring our workforce reflects the full diversity of the community we serve. We welcome applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ persons, as well as other equity deserving groups.

We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at

Department

Community Services

Division

Sport

Union Affiliation

Non-Union/Management

Number of Positions

ongoing

Hours of Work

Up to 24 hours per week

Location

Initial Location

various

City

Kitchener

Compensation

Salary Range

$20.55 - $21.37 per hour

Grade/Band

3

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