Job Title: Camp Lifeguard
Supervisor: Camp Director
Hours of Work: Monday through Friday, 8:30 – 4:30
Dates: June 22- August 29, 2018

Job Summary:

The Lifeguard is responsible for the safety and well-being of campers in all lakefront activities, training camp staff, volunteers and campers in waterfront safety procedures as well as delivering basic canoe and kayak instruction.

Duties:

• Provide lifeguard and waterfront safety supervision for water-based activities at FortWhyte Alive (Outdoor Adventure Site)
• Assist other camp staff in delivery of camp programs
• Delivery of water safety sessions to staff, counsellors and campers
• Develop water program schedule in conjunction with other camp staff
• Maintain a safe and controlled atmosphere during water activities
• Maintaining inventory of First Aid supplies
• Administering First Aid to campers
• Maintain cleanliness of FortWhyte camp setting, inside and out
• Prepare a final report
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current National Lifeguard, CPR and Standard First Aid certifications
• Experience lifeguarding in a summer camp waterfront setting.
• Experience working with children
• Strong oral communication skills
• Proven behaviour management and problem-solving skills
• Valid Driver’s License and daily access to a vehicle

Assets:

• Experience and/or certification in canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and/or archery
• Child abuse registry check and criminal records check require upon hiring

Apply online only: https://fortwhyte.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=17

Deadline: March 15, 2018