Waterfront Facilitator/Lifeguard (French) - CVTH

Tim Hortons Foundation Camps•Pontiac, QC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Tim Hortons Foundation Camps help youth from underserved communities achieve their full potential through multi-year, overnight camp experiences. Whether at camp or back home in their communities between visits—our youth work to build social, emotional, leadership and innovation skills and behaviours like volunteerism and motivation to learn so they become civically and academically engaged, and successfully transition to adulthood. At Tims Camps, we are catalysts for good—helping our youth participants and teammates be the best they can be, developing personal and career growth. We empower young people with skills to open doors to their future. That is our North Star and, together, we help shape leaders that build stronger communities. Reporting to the Program Manager, lifeguards are responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for campers and staff, while they participate in aquatic activities included but not limited to swimming, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Lifeguards apply their aquatic skills and knowledge in the areas of prevention, education, timely response and risk management.

Requirements

Experienced at working with youth aged 11 – 17
Certified in National Lifeguard (NL)
Fluent in French
Certified in Standard First Aid + CPR (adult, child, infant) with AED, or willing to obtain
Strong at group facilitation and successfully adapt facilitation style based on individual or group needs
Skilled in positive behavior management
Pursuing post-secondary (required at some locations)
Able to provide an acceptable criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Licensed with a valid g class driver’s license, or equivalent (considered an asset)

Responsibilities

Maintain constant surveillance of the individuals in the waterfront area
Act immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of all individuals in the event of an emergency
Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services, including CPR, first aid and use of emergency equipment as needed
Demonstrate the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Explain and ensure that THCF policies, rules, and regulations are followed
Enforce waterfront rules by warning swimmers of improper activities or hazards and ensure compliance with health regulations and legislation and policy and procedures manuals
Provide preliminary screening of swimmers to establish skill level
Notify supervisor of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen
Ensure that equipment is in place, operational, and stored after use
Complete opening and closing safety checklists; complete environmental safety inspections and follow up as necessary
Monitor and log individuals’ skills and ability in the waterfront area in accordance with THCF processes
Participate in special events, emergency procedure training, and other training as required
Be professional in appearance and attitude at all times
Establish relationships with youth, aged 11-17, that reflect respect, trust and empathy
Lead the successful execution of camp activities
Encourage camper development through their own processing and readiness, and recognize their achievements
Use respectful, positive behaviour management techniques
Model healthy choices and emotional maturity
Identify, assess, and appropriately manage risks and on-site crises in line with THCF’s risk management standards