Life Guard/Instructor (Part time)

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

The Granite Club is looking for a part-time Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing safe and effective supervision of Members in and around the pool area, including prevention of accidents, performance of first aid and water rescue when required, and providing quality swim lessons to the Members in a safe and effective manner.

Benefits of working for the Club

• Healthy and delicious daily food offerings in our Staff Caf.
• Exciting and diverse Employee events for both Staff and their friends and family.
• Discounted Goodlife Fitness memberships.
• An Employee Wellness Program focused on both physical and mental health.

Primary Responsibilities: Lifeguard

• Performance of water rescue and first aid when necessary.
• Safe & effective supervision of the pool and area during fitness and recreational swims/enforcement of aquatic rules and regulations.
• Follow assigned rotation, communicate with co-workers and superiors of any member issues.
• Ensure rescue equipment is in good working order/report otherwise.
• Monitor and record water conditions, temperature, chlorine PH, etc. throughout shift on daily report form and notify pool maintenance contractors of problems. Complete daily aquatic report and all opening and closing checks.
• Provide information to members regarding programs, schedule, and special events.
• Complete accident and incident reports when necessary.
• Keep the pool area neat - pick up towels, toys, training equipment, etc.
• Explain lane-swimming procedures to new section Members and assist with selecting a lane to swim in, stroke improvement, use of training equipment, etc.
• Set up and removal of Keiffer racing lane ropes.

Primary Responsibilities: Swim Instructor

• Safe and effective instruction of swim classes as assigned.
• Performance of water rescue and first aid when necessary.
• Teach correct progressions for the assigned level.
• Screening of participants in classes and move to appropriate level if necessary.
• Keep records of participants' progress and attendance throughout series of lessons.
• Provide feedback to Members on participants' progress when requested.
• Timely completion of individual progress cards and worksheets on completion of each instructional session.
• Complete accident and incident reports when necessary.
• Preparation of lesson plans for swim classes instructed.

Required Qualifications

• Current NLS certification.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification.
• Must have current Red Cross/Life Saving Society Instructor certification.
• Nice to Have: High Five Certification (Principles of Healthy Child Development).
• Qualifications must remain current (within two years).
• Good communication skills and ability to speak English fluently.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Availability

Must be available to work weekdays, weekends, and/or holidays, AM or PM.

About the Club

The Granite philosophy of uncompromising quality is showcased in its state-of-the-art athletic facilities, world-class events and programs for all ages, delectable dining experiences, and personalized services, each tailored to suit the varied needs and desires of its diverse and sophisticated Membership.

The Granite Club is Canada's premier private Members' family, athletic, recreation, and social club. Located in north Toronto, we offer our 12,000 Members the highest standard of facilities, programs, and services.

We strive to recruit enthusiastic, dedicated individuals with a passion for providing exceptional service. We’ll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary.

If you are a passionate individual looking to work as part of an established team, click apply now!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of Granite Club policy, a condition of employment is to perform a criminal background check and a vulnerable sector search demonstrating a satisfactory criminal record prior to commencing employment.

The Granite Club is committed to providing fair and accessible employment practices. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided based on the information you provide to the Granite Club Recruiter.