Junior Lifeguard

WHO WE ARECFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.THE ROLEThe Junior Lifeguard plays an important role, providing quality leisure programs, services and ensuring the safety of our military members and their families. Our services are tailored to help families with the challenges they may face due to military life and make the most of everyday activities such as going to the pool or beach. We believe that when members of the Canadian Armed Forces are able to take good care of themselves and their families, they can do better both at home and at work. Whether families need to sign the kids up for swimming lessons, improve their fitness, make friends in a new community, our services are here to help. Junior Lifeguard, in support of facility Lifeguards, are responsible for the safety and well-being of members. Junior Lifeguard may provide supervision of a zone or at locations where specific equipment or activities require targeted supervision (e.g., water slide, rope swings, etc.). Junior Lifeguard 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 the current bronze cross certification and want to develop their skills as a lifeguard. We are looking for dynamic, independent and motivated individuals to join our team, helping us ensure recreation stays safe and fun!QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, 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, Skills and Abilities Observational skills Ability to react and respond in emergency situations Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSFrench Essential Reading: None Writing: None Oral: Functional BENEFITS AVAILABLEWork Life Balance: Vacation pay. Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans. Learning and Development: Free second language training.OTHER INFORMATIONThis 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 DATEAs soon as possible TYPE OF POSITION Casual (maximum 13 hours/week)INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS 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. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.