Job Description:
Notification of Vacancy
April 30, 2012
Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor
Langara Family YMCA
YMCA of Greater Vancouver
Vancouver, BC
Salary Range: $12.75/hr
Placement: June 15, 2012
Position: Casual Part-time
Situation:
The Langara Family YMCA serves approx. 8,000 members through its health and membership programs in a 45,000 square foot facility.
Features of the facility include a 25-metre pool, on-deck whirlpool, sauna and steam room, a conditioning center, childminding center, racquetball courts, gymnasium and fitness centre.
Nature & Scope:
Reporting directly to the Aquatics Director, the aquatic instructor is a member of the Health, Fitness and Recreation team responsible for providing safe, fun and educational programs to participants of the YMCA in accordance with the Association’s mission, values and YMCA Canada Priority SAM Standards. We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in Parent and Tot and Preschool Swimming Lessons. This position may also include lifeguarding depending on scheduling and availability.
Responsibilities:(including, but not limited to)
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To maintain a positive and professional approach and image with members, volunteers and staff.
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To role model the YMCA’s position on volunteerism.
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To directly address member concerns and liaison those concerns to director.
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To control and maintain the safety of the participants in the pool and hot areas, this includes the locker room and spectator viewing areas.
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To provide direct leadership to program delivery in aquatics and ensure program content meets the appropriate criteria and outline.
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Developing lesson plans and administering progressive evaluations.
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To promote and encourage developmental assets.
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To ensure program design and layout meets the needs of all participants.
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Work as a part of the team to ensure a clean and well-maintained facility at all times.
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Perform all mandatory administration duties and records.
Qualifications:
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One to two years experience in program instruction is preferred.
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Current National Lifeguard Service (NLS) certification.
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Current certification in Standard First Aid.
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Current certification in CPR level C.
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YMCA Instructors certification (preferred).
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Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification an asset.
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YMCA Aquafitness Instructor certification or equivalent (preferred).
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Criminal reference check.
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Advanced leadership courses are desirable:
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NLS Instructor
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RLSSC Lifesaving Instructor
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NLS Recert Conductor
Competencies:
Coaching & Development / Leadership:Commits to assisting participants, volunteers, staff and self in continuous learning and development. Motivates and inspires self and other to take action to achieve desired outcomes.
Commitment to Organization Vision and Values:Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA.
Communication:Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
RelationshipBuilding/ Collaboration / Teamwork:Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals. Participates actively in a team for organizational effectiveness.
Results Oriented: The ability to manage and lead to achieve and exceed identified goals.
Accountability:Takes personal responsibility for outcomes.
Creativity and Innovation:Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help us achieve desired results. Challenges the status quo to discover more effective ways of performing.
Quality: The ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.
Please apply at https://sigmaselect.com/apply/positiondetails.aspx?positionid=235 May 18th, 2012
Kendra Redekop
Aquatics Director
Langara Family YMCA
(p): 604.326.3297
(f): 604.324.6152
kendra.redekop@vanymca.org
We appreciate all applications, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
