Lifeguard

Job summary

Supervise swimming pool activities to ensure safety and provide emergency first aid assistance when required. Lead recreational programs, instruct fitness activities, and manage staff and equipment maintenance.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Wet/damp In/on water At heights Noisy Work setting Rural area Swimming pool/centre Recreational or cultural centre Responsibilities Tasks Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques Keep logs and maintain records Schedule activities Supervise staff Train staff Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events Lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities Maintain and repair sports equipment Prepare reports Understand principles of group dynamics Leading/instructing groups Leading/instructing individuals Provide lifestyle awareness information Assist clients/guests with special needs Ensure health and safety regulations are followed Assemble supplies, sports and game equipment Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required Instruct and supervise trainees Participate in staff meetings Supervision 5-10 people Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Red Cross Swimming Instructor/Life Saving Certificate Aqua Fitness Instructor Certificate National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate First Aid Certificate Additional information Security and safety Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Vulnerable sector check Transportation/travel information Own transportation Public transportation is available Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Interpersonal awareness Judgement Organized Reliability Team player

What you’ll do

Supervise swimming pool activities to ensure safety and provide emergency first aid assistance when required. Lead recreational programs, instruct fitness activities, and manage staff and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and 3 to 5 years of experience. Must hold National Lifeguard Service, First Aid, and Red Cross Swimming Instructor certifications.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Lifeguarding
• First Aid
• Swimming Instruction
• Staff Supervision
• Emergency Response
• Program Planning
• Equipment Maintenance
• Group Dynamics
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Client Focus
• Oral Communication
• Interpersonal Skills

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Security & Safety
• Government & Public Sector