Lifeguard

Alberta Health Services; Ponoka; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to join their team at a specialized facility for brain injury care. In this role, you will ensure the safety and well-being of patients while facilitating engaging aquatic activities. Your commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork will be crucial as you collaborate with other care providers. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a thriving community, where you can enjoy a balanced lifestyle and contribute to the well-being of individuals in recovery. If you are passionate about patient care and aquatic activities, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and accredited Lifeguarding certification required.
• Current BCLS-HCP certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of patients in Recreation Facilities.
• Plan and implement aquatic activities and treatment interventions.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Patient Care

Aquatic Activities Planning

Customer Service

Education

Grade 12 Completion

Accredited Lifeguarding Certification

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS-HCP)

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The Halvar Jonson Centre for Brain Injury is a 48-bed facility that provides care for patients with acquired brain injury through an interdisciplinary approach. As a Lifeguard, you are responsible for the safety, security and well-being of patients while in the Recreation Facilities area. You will plan, prepare and implement aquatic activities and treatment interventions with other care providers with a commitment to patient and family centered care and customer service. You will also be responsible for overall maintenance of the Recreation Facilities and the equipment within the department. Involved in the therapeutic treatment of all patients utilizing the CCMHBI pool. Nestled in the beautiful Battle River Valley, the Town of Ponoka is a thriving and welcoming community. Home to more than 7,330 people (Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population), Ponoka is centrally located less than an hour south of the Edmonton International Airport. Ponoka is a growing community that offers urban amenities and quality living all in a picturesque, rural setting. It’s the perfect place to raise a family, to work and do business, and simply enjoy the good things in life.

This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta.

Description:

As a Lifeguard, you are responsible for the safety, security and well-being of patients while in the Recreation Facilities area. You will plan, prepare and implement aquatic activities and treatment interventions with other care providers with a commitment to patient and family centred care and customer service. You will also be responsible for overall maintenance of the Recreation Facilities and the equipment within the department.

Classification: Lifeguard
Union: AUPE GSS
Unit and Program: Central Services ATC
Primary Location: Cent. Ctr for MH and Brain Inj
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 08-MAY-2025
Employee Class: Regular Full Time
Date Available: 18-MAY-2025
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 10
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $24.92
Maximum Salary: $27.20
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12. Completion of an accredited Lifeguarding certification. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.