Work site environment

• Outdoors
• In / on water

Work setting

• Sailing
• Private club
• Outdoor centre
• Camp
• Associations and non profit organizations
• Staff accommodation available

Tasks

• Leading / instructing groups
• Ensure safety of rescuers and victims at accident scenes
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques
• Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events
• Prepare reports
• Understand principles of group dynamics
• Maintain and repair sports equipment
• Assist clients / guests with special needs
• Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities
• Assemble supplies, sports and game equipment
• Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required

Supervision

• 16-20 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certification by the Canadian Yachting Association
• CPR Certificate
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
• Counsellor aptitude training (DAFA)

Student status

• Full time enrollment

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience
• Initiative
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Team building opportunities