Aquatic Leadership Instructor Advanced

City of Kitchener; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kitchener is seeking an Aquatic Leadership Program Instructor to plan, implement and evaluate safe aquatic programs for National Lifeguard, Lifesaving Instructor, Swim Instructor and First Aid courses. You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain equipment, and certify participants while recording progress and handling aquatic emergencies.

Requirements include 3 months of related experience, NLS award, Lifesaving Instructor certification, CPR Level C and Standard First Aid, plus

Qualifications

• 3 months of related experience.
• Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) award.
• Current Lifesaving Instructors certification.
• Valid CPR Level “C” and Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Current instructor certification in Standard First Aid Instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor, Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer.

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.
• Plans, implements and conducts safe aquatic leadership program instruction.
• Ensures compliance with Ontario Health Regulations and all relevant legislation and Policy and Procedures manuals.
• Ensures equipment is in place, operational and stored after use.
• Evaluates and certifies performance and maintains records of performance and attendance.
• Communicates participants’ performance and progress to participant.
• Performs tasks 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job description

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 instructor certification in one or more of the following: Standard First Aid Instructor, National Lifeguard Instructor, Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainer.
• 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

Department: CSD-Community Services Department