Lifeguard/Instructor
The City of Orillia’s Department of Corporate Services – Recreation, Culture, and Youth Services based in Orillia, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Lifeguard/Instructor. The City of Orillia’s Department of Corporate Services – Recreation, Culture, and Youth Services is dedicated to fostering community engagement and well-being. Specializing in recreational programs, cultural initiatives, and youth services, the division plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents. The department contributes to the vibrancy of Orillia’s community, promoting a culture of health, creativity, and youth development. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: The City of Orillia
Department: Corporate Services – Recreation, Culture and Youth Services Division
Position: Lifeguard/Instructor (Winter/Spring 2024)
No of Vacancies: 20
Salary: $17.94 to $19.03 hourly
Employment Type: Casual
Department Group: Recreation and Youth Services
Posting Type: Recreation, Youth and Culture
Competition: 24-02
Location: Orillia, ON, Canada
Shifts: 40 hours per week and may include evening and weekend shifts
Job Id: 865298
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be a minimum of 15 (fifteen) years of age
- The candidates should have High Five: Principles in Healthy Child Development
- The candidates should have the ability to work well independently and as part of a team
- The candidates should have previous leadership experience working with children
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have current Lifesaving National Lifeguard Pool Certification
- The candidates should have current Lifesaving Society Swim instructors, Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor, and Lifesaving Society Emergency First Aid Instructor certifications
- The candidates should possess Standard First Aid with CPR –C (dated within 3 years)
- The candidates should possess strong organizational, customer service, and both written and oral communication skills
- The candidates should obtain an acceptable and current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check at their own expense prior to the employment commencement date
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to keep current with industry trends and class formats, attend all pre-season in-service/training sessions, as it is mandatory, and understand, adhere to, and enforce corporate policies and procedures, confidentiality guidelines, emergency procedures, and health and safety standards for all participants and staff
- The candidates should be able to maintain complete vigilance while on duty, ensure proper zone coverage and guard station positioning, and be ready to respond to any emergency situation
- The candidates should be able to complete administrative duties in a timely manner (e.g., attendance, incident/accident reports, opening and closing procedures), provide a high level of front-line customer service by greeting and engaging participants, and assist other instructors in their lessons while not teaching a class
- The candidates should be able to maintain a safe and tidy program space, ensuring equipment is set up, clean, and stored appropriately, and report all concerns, accidents, and incidents to the immediate supervisor for follow-up, taking appropriate action
- The candidates should be able to plan, organize and implement a high-quality program that is stimulating and enjoyable for all participants and Supervise and maintain a safe, enjoyable environment for all users
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!