Waterfront Specialist

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Waterfront Specialist

Waterfront Specialist- Christie Lake Conservation Area
The Waterfront Specialist is responsible for the overall safety and supervision of all waterfront areas for Christie
Lake Conservation Area. The Waterfront Specialist will assist in providing support to the waterfront staff
(lifeguards, canoe and kayak program leads and counsellors) and will assist/facilitate with program areas
(lifeguarding, canoeing, kayaking, water games). The Waterfront specialist is on-site all day and reports directly
to the Site Supervisor. Waterfront Specialists are knowledgeable in waterfront safety, lifeguarding standards, as
well as canoe and kayak safety. Waterfront Specialists will be hired to support both Camp Chippewa- General
and Camp Chippewa- Specialty.

Qualifications:
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C valid through Summer 2024 (must provide proof of certification or
enrollment in course before hiring)
• 2-year post-secondary degree/diploma, or pursuing same, in any discipline but preferably in the area of
leisure and recreation, social services, child and youth worker or education
• Staff 18 years and older must submit a clear Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing work
• NLS certification is required and must be valid through Summer 2024
• NLS Waterfront training is an asset
• ORCA certification is an asset
• Previous YMCA camping or child and youth program experience is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to provide a satisfactory Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Search