American Red Cross, First Aid and CPR Instructor, PT with Benefits

American Red Cross•Portland, OR

2d•$18 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

The American Red Cross is seeking a part-time Training Services First Aid and CPR Instructor for the Portland, OR area. This role is responsible for delivering corporate classes to community groups at corporate facilities and/or at community or corporate sites. The instructor will provide high-quality instruction per program guidelines, submit necessary information/reports in a timely manner, and properly maintain equipment. They will also provide support, development, and/or leadership guidance to participants and perform all duties in compliance with standard operating procedures and applicable regulations. The American Red Cross aims to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing volunteers and donors, and increasing community preparedness through courses in First Aid, CPR/AED, Babysitter’s Training, Lifeguard Training, Healthcare, and other certification courses. Health and Safety instructors teach valuable lifesaving skills to millions of people annually in businesses, schools, and communities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Current certification to be an instructor in discipline is desired.
Additional training and certification will be provided to qualified candidate after hire through American Red Cross Health & Safety Service courses.
Once certified, the instructor must maintain current basic and instructor level certifications for the courses they have been hired to teach.
Previous experience in education, adult training or service industry preferred.
Basic computer and email skills and demonstrated ability to utilize MS Office programs.
Comfort and experience in using audio-visual technology (computer/LCD, PowerPoint, etc.) for educational delivery.
Must have a Valid Driver’s License, Reliable transportation, and Proof of Insurance.
Ability to travel regionally 50-75%.
Must have strong presentation abilities and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate course material in a clear and understandable manner.
Customer service orientation.
Ability to teach effectively in an adult learning environment.
Flexible schedule required during the day, evening, or weekends.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
The employee must be able to use fingers to grasp, move and manipulate small objects.
The employee must use the stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The employee must have the ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand and understand the speech of another person.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Red Cross training

Responsibilities

Teaches Red Cross Health and Safety courses within their current certifications to businesses and to the community.
Confirms course at least 3-5 business days before the scheduled course.
Must arrive to teaching site a minimum 30 minutes before class is to begin.
Responsible for maintaining, managing, and storing all assigned equipment, including storage at assigned work location and transporting equipment in personal vehicle.
Responsible for re-ordering all necessary equipment at least once per month and maintaining and managing an active inventory of supplies at all times.
Responsible for transporting, loading/unloading, carrying and/or lifting equipment as necessary at assigned teaching locations.
Responsible for the cleaning equipment according to established decontamination guidelines and reporting any maintenance issues to the appropriate logistics staff member at the conclusion of class.
Responsible for applying quality assurance and control programs.
Integrates quality improvement activities and measures in overall service provision.
Ensures that the proper safety measures are in place to protect customers and staff who participate in the training activities.
Responsible for efficient and effective use of resources.
Adheres to the financial and registration policy regarding unregistered students in Community classes.
Engages in regular communications with Training Specialist regarding course updates and latest changes to products/services.
Actively submits unavailability requests, as necessary, in Schedule when not available to be assigned to classes.
Submits training activity and other course related records according to standard timelines.
Training and course-related records must be submitted electronically using the American Red Cross web-based learning center.
Required to use the corporate email account (@Redcross.org) issued to him/her upon hire, for all American Red Cross related correspondence.