Overview

Provides aquatic leadership program instruction for National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Instructor, Swim Instructor, Assistant Instructor and Standard First Aid and CPR-C courses.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements and conducts safe aquatic leadership program instruction for National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Instructor, Swim Instructor, Assistant Instructor and Standard First Aid and CPR-C courses.
• Ensures compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant legislation and Policy and Procedures manuals.
• Ensures that appropriate equipment is in place and operational and that the equipment is stored away after use.
• Evaluates and certifies performance and maintains records of performance and attendance.
• Communicates participants’ performance and progress to participant.
• Performs tasks necessary to support the program including reports and records.
• Responds to aquatic emergency situations and uses safety/rescue equipment.
• Consults superiors regarding exceptional situations and difficulties (e.g., extremely irate or difficult customers).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Experience

3 months of related experience.

Skill Equivalency (if applicable)

Additional Requirements

• Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) award.
• Current Lifesaving Instructors certification.
• Valid CPR Level “C” and Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Current Bronze Cross Examiner.
• Current instructor certification in one or more of the following: Standard First Aid Instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor, Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer.
• Customer service skills.
• This work requires mental/sensory demands with visual or listening concentration while monitoring pool. Requires moderate physical activity primarily involving standing, kneeling, and reaching.
• Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities