Junior Lifeguard-EN

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; Quebec; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Vacation pay

Group Savings Plans

Free second language training

Job summary

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services is looking for an Assistant Lifeguard in Quebec to provide quality leisure programs and ensure the safety of military members and their families. Candidates must possess current Bronze Cross certification and have experience dealing with the public, including children. This on-site position offers various health benefits and opportunities for learning and development, emphasizing teamwork and client-focused service.

Qualifications

• Must have current Bronze Cross certification.
• National Lifeguard Service certification is an asset.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of military members and their families.
• Supervise specific equipment or activities requiring targeted supervision.
• Model and promote safe aquatic behaviours.

Skills

Observational skills

Ability to react and respond in emergency situations

Education

Current Bronze Cross certification

Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification

Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Acceptable combination of education, training and experience

Job description

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well‑being. CFMWS employees deliver recreation, sports and fitness programs; customized financial services; retail services; access to retail savings and discounts; family support; and charitable events.

The Role

The Assistant Lifeguard plays an important role, providing quality leisure programs, services and ensuring the safety of our military members and their families. Assistant lifeguards, in support of facility lifeguards, are responsible for the safety and well‑being of members. They supervise zones or specific equipment or activities requiring targeted supervision (e.g., water slide, rope swings). They provide surveillance over swimmer safety, model and promote safe aquatic behaviours, provide positive public relations, respond to emergency situations and provide basic patron care. This is an excellent growth position for individuals who have current bronze cross certification and want to develop as a lifeguard.

Qualifications Needed

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• An acceptable combination of education, training and experience will be considered
• Current Bronze Cross certification
• Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification, an asset
• Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Experience

• In dealing with the public, including, but not limited to, children
• In lifeguarding

Competencies

• Client focus
• Organizational knowledge
• Communication
• Innovation
• Teamwork and leadership

Skills And Abilities

• Observational skills
• Ability to react and respond in emergency situations

Language Requirements

• French: Essential
• Reading: None
• Writing: None
• Oral: Functional

Benefits Available

• Health benefits: Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Work life balance: Vacation pay
• Retirement planning: Group Savings Plans
• Learning and development: Free second language training

Other Information

This is an on‑site position with an assigned work location.

PSP

Keep our Canadian Armed Forces operationally ready and their families and military community healthy as part of the team at Personnel Support Programs. Personnel Support Programs contributes to the operational readiness of our Canadian Armed Forces through the provision of fitness, sports, recreation and health promotion programs to military communities across Canada and members while on deployment.

Start Date

As soon as possible

Inclusion and Accommodation

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Quebec