Recreation Leader

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS
Shearwater, NS, Canada
Full-time

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS. 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 ROLE

Imagine spending time with a great group of people and sharing your passions. We are searching for energetic and talented people to take on exciting challenges and contribute to our community.

Our recreation leaders work in multiple fun positions in various locations and program formats ranging from weekly classes to day camps.

In each program, you will have the opportunity to lead activities that help our community members learn new skills and make social connections.

You will be working mainly with (preschoolers, children, youth, adults and seniors) in this position.

You will be leading (arts and crafts, fitness and wellness, performing arts, sports and outdoor adventure) activities.

You will get experience designing recreational programs, teaching and leading individuals and groups while ensuring a healthy and safe environment.

Working for us is a great way to turn your passion into a career. This is your chance to get paid to play.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

High school diploma AND some years of experience in a related field

An acceptable combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

A valid driver’s license (Province), an asset

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or HIGH FIVE Sport (successful completion by end of probation)

HIGH FIVE Healthy Minds for Healthy Children (successful completion by end of probation)

Experience

In working with children

In programming activities for children

In leading children in activities

In ensuring safety protocols and procedures

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential, Bilingual an asset

Reading : None

Writing : None

Oral : Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits : Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Work Life Balance : Vacation pay.

Retirement Planning : Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development : Free second language training.

OTHER INFORMATION

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and / or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs / 4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs / 23 kg).

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check.

START DATE

7 March 2025

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS 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.

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