060-lifeguard/instructor - Guelph, Canada - K-W YMCA

K-W YMCA

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Guelph, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

LIFEGUARD, INSTRUCTOR

LOCATION:

Guelph
START DATE:
Immediate
HOURS**: Part Time

FUNCTION:

This incumbent is responsible to function as a member of the HFA Program Team to deliver quality programs and services to our members and participants.

This includes maintaining a safe aquatic environment at all times, educating the public regarding safe swimming habits and providing progressive swimming instruction in the YMCA aquatic system.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure all safety and life guarding procedures are adhered to, and in the event of an emergency respond as trained by the Association
Enforce all rules and regulations and maintain order in designated area as a proactive approach to ensuring safety and accident prevention
Plan, organize and implement core lesson plans, daily lesson plans, progress reports and evaluations
Maintain accurate uptodate progress sheets and records for participants
Keep Daily Log up to date and accurate
Set up and take down recreational, program and other equipment as required. At the same time check that equipment is safe and in good repair. Report all malfunctions and remove the damaged equipment immediately from circulation. Perform safety checks on lifesaving equipment prior to each shift
Perform cleaning duties
Assist in the supervision and leadership of assistant instructors and volunteers
Attend workshops, trainings, conferences and staff meetings as required
Assume other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

National Lifeguard
Pool
13 months of life guarding/instructing experience (an asset)
YMCA and/or Red Cross Lifesaving Instructor and/or Life Saving Society certification
Standard First Aid/CPR/AED
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Acceptable Police Check for Vulnerable Sector

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Communication:
Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner to support information sharing.

Concern for Health and Safety:
Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.

Creativity and Innovation:
Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help achieve desired results.

Initiative:
Knows when to do the right thing.

Relationship Building and Collaboration:
Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to create enthusiasm and appreciation to achieve work related goals.

Tolerance for Ambiguity:
Functions effectively in situations of less than perfect or incomplete information.

In addition to the above competencies the Association Core Competencies are required
:Commitment to Organization Vision and Values, Diversity, Integrity, Teamwork.

Note:

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.

The YMCA of Three Rivers proudly serves the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. Our purpose is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values here.