Aquatic Leadership Instructor Advanced

Position Details

• Department: Parks & Recreation
• Work Location: On-Site

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

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
• Reliable with a good attitude and employment record

Working Conditions

This work requires mental/sensory demands with visual or listening concentration while monitoring pool. Requires moderate physical activity primarily involving standing, kneeling, and reaching.