Job Title: Day Camp Lifeguard - Seasonal

Supervisor: Camp Director

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 9:00 5:00 (June 23-August 29)

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:

• Lifeguard lakefront activities at Fort Whyte Alive
• 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:

• Experience working with children in a lakeside setting
• National Lifeguard certification
• CPR and Standard First Aid
• Strong oral communication skills
• Proven behaviour management and problem-solving skills
• Reliable transportation

Assets:

• Experience and/or certification in canoeing, kayaking, sailing, bouldering and/or archery

FortWhyte Alive is devoted to developing a work environment and recruitment processes that are inclusive and barrier-free. Please let us know if an accommodation is needed at any stage of the recruitment process.

FortWhyte Alive is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment equity may be a factor in selection for this position. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous people, Black people, People of Colour, LGBTQ2S+ people and people with disabilities.