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Ofa Level 1/2 Instructor - Richmond, Canada - St. John Ambulance

St. John Ambulance

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Richmond, Canada

1 month ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are

Do you want to make a difference and be part of a vibrant and inclusive organization that has been helping save lives for more than a century? As one of the country's best-loved charities, St.

John Ambulance is dedicated to responding to 'everyday' health emergencies, training, supporting communities, and improving people's lives. St. John Ambulance provides first aid, CPR, and safety training and products, where proceeds help fund several charitable community programs. St.

John Ambulance British Columbia and Yukon strives to be the National leader on technology upgrades, providing community services, and creating a dynamic working environment to attract talented employees.

St. John Ambulance British Columbia and Yukon offers a competitive salary, flexible work schedule, generous pension, and a benefits plan.

It will also provide opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance, and to be recognized for the great work you do.

The Opportunity

We're currently seeking an OFA Level 1/2 Instructor to join our team in our Lower Mainland branches (specifically Richmond, New Westminster, and Port Moody).

In this role, you will have the opportunity to teach community members about the importance of first aid.

You are a detail-oriented and organized individual who will be responsible for instructing courses as required and evaluating OFA 2 exams.

You will ensure that all duties and responsibilities are completed accurately and delivered with high quality, in a timely and professional manner.

This includes ensuring a quality image conveyed by St. John Ambulance BC & Yukon, at all times, and consistently and effectively communicating the St. John Ambulance vision.

Responsibilities and Duties

Represent St. John Ambulance in a positive and professional manner;
Instruct OFA Level 1 and 2 courses as scheduled;
Instruct other WorkSafeBC and St. John Ambulance Courses, as required;
Evaluate St. John Ambulance OFA 1 and 2 exams;
Promote the sale of St. John Ambulance training courses and products;
Maintain and clean first aid classrooms, equipment, and supplies;
Conduct mall displays/tradeshows, as required; and
Travel to other branches, within the lower mainland, to instruct courses, if needed.

Qualifications and Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to create a comfortable environment where people can learn and feel relaxed enough to ask questions;
Confident in speaking to groups of people and demonstrating first aid skills and protocols;
Passionate about first aid and passing on the knowledge to others;
Able to maintain professionalism and provide constructive feedback to students;
Comfortable with using a computer (for example, PowerPoint) for course delivery and other related administrative tasks;
Ability to travel out of town on short notice;
Ability to work independently and on occasional weekend/evening; and
Previous teaching experience is an asset.
Preference given to current OFA 1 or OFA 2 instructor.
Hold a valid OFA Level 2, or equivalent, First Aid certificate for a minimum of 2 years;
Successfully completed OFA Level 2 (and certified) prior to initial instructor training;
Current EFI or OFA Level 1 (or equivalent) instructor for at least 1 year;
Minimum 2 year experience as a first aider at SFA Level +; and
Taught 8 EFI courses over the 2 years prior to initial instructor training.

Why Join SJA BCY?

Competitive compensation package and a commitment to creating a growth environment for everyone on our team; and
An opportunity to work in a historic and impactful organization that saves people's lives.

SJA BCY is a welcoming and collaborative organization. We welcome diversity in our organization and qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

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