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City of St. John’s, Department of Recreation

APPLICATION DEADLINE:MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2013

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Summer Employment Opportunities 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SUMMER 2013 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 4

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................... 6

GENERAL POSITIONS

Head Lifeguard .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7Lifeguard / Instructor – Outdoor Pools/Camp ............................................................................................................................................................... 8Lifeguard / Instructor – (Year Round Indoor Position) ............................................................................................................................................. 10Swimming Pool Attendant..................................................................................................................................................................................................11Inclusion Counsellor ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................12Recreation Counsellors ........................................................................................................................................................................................................13Recreation Counsellor – Seniors Outreach ...................................................................................................................................................................15Recreation Instructor – Outdoor .......................................................................................................................................................................................16Recreation Program Assistant ............................................................................................................................................................................................17Recreation Assistant – Youth Programs ..........................................................................................................................................................................19Senior Counsellors .................................................................................................................................................................................................................20Head Counsellor – Sport .....................................................................................................................................................................................................22Recreation Instructor – Sport ............................................................................................................................................................................................24Soccer Referee - Youth Soccer Program .........................................................................................................................................................................25

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SUMMER 2013EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Why work with the City of St. John’s?

Are you looking for a fun and challenging summer employment experience? The City of St. John’s offers a wide range of instructional programs and activities for children, youth and adults throughout the city during the summer months. The City is looking for motivated, enthusiastic, energetic individuals for their summer recreational programs. Employees have excellent opportunities for training in the areas of leadership, professional development, administration, interpersonal relations, skill development, group work, team dynamics and much more. Spend your summer with us, apply now!

How do I apply?

• CompletetheCityofSt.John’s2013SummerEmploymentApplicationPackage.

• Allapplicationsshouldincludearesumewithtwolettersofreference.Pleaseprovidecopiesofany completed and current certificates or awards.

• Ifyouareapplyingformultiplepositions:listpositionsappliedforinorderofinterestincluding preferred location(s).

• Applicationssentbymailmustbepostmarkedbythedeadlinedate.Preferencewillbegiventothose submittedonorbeforethedeadline.

• Somepositionsmaybefilledbyreturningstaff,therefore,applicationswillonlybeconsideredfora position if a vacancy exists. You are encouraged to apply for multiple positions to which you are interested in.

• AllpositionsrequireacurrentRoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConductand VulnerableSectorCheck,whichmustbedatedJanuary1,2013orlater.Pleasenotethatphotocopieswill notbeaccepted.

Where can I drop off my completed application?

The City of St. John’s will accept your application via mail, e-mail, or you can drop it off to the Human Resources Department, 2nd Floor, City Hall Annex. Please note that recreation facilities will not accept summer applications.


INTERVIEWS:WethankyouforyourinterestinworkingwiththeCityofSt.John’s,howeveronlythoseselectedforaninterviewwillbecontacted.

Additionalapplicationpackagesareavailableat:

• Human Resources, 2nd floor , City Hall Annex• H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, Mundy Pond Road• WedgewoodParkRecreationCentre,GleneyreStreet• DepartmentofRecreation,CrosbieBuilding,1CrosbiePlace• CollegeoftheNorthAtlantic• MUNSchoolofHumanKineticsandRecreationCo-opOffice

orvisitourwebsiteatwww.stjohns.ca (Click on City Hall and go to Employment) DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS IS MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2013

AllApplicationsmustbedirectedtothe Department of Human Resources 2nd Floor, City Hall Annex

Mail applications to:

Summer Employment ManagerCity of St. John’sP.O.Box908St.John’s,NL

A1C 5M2

or hand deliver to:

2nd Floor, City Hall Annex9a.m.to4:30p.m.

or e-mail to:

[email protected]


EMPLOYMENT INFORMATIONReturning Employees IfyouhavealreadyacceptedanofferofemploymentwiththeCityofSt.John’s,butwishtobe considered for another position, you must apply for that position.

Training• Mandatory training will occur during the months of June & July, 2013. Detailed training schedules will

becirculatedwithhiringletters.

• SuccessfulCandidateswhodonothavethefollowingcertificationorwhorequirere-certificationwillbe offeredthesecoursesbytheCityofSt.John’sfreeofcharge:

• StandardFirstAid(Re-certificationisrequiredeverytwo(2)years)validuntilSept.5,2013

• BasicCardiacLifeSupport/CPRLevelC.(Re-certificationisrequiredevery12months)

• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification

• CanadianRecreationalCanoeAssociation(CRCA)Certification

• LifesavingSociety(NLS)WaterfrontoptionorCanadianRedCrossWaterfrontLifeguard Special Experience TheCityofSt.John’s,DepartmentofRecreationencouragespersonswithdisabilitiesthatrequiresupport,toparticipateinanyprogramofferedbytheDepartment.Ifyouhavetraining,educationorexperienceworkingwithpersonswithdisabilities,pleasemakesuretoindicatethisonyourjobapplication. Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Certificate of Conduct AllpositionsrequireaRoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConductandVulnerableSectorCheckwhichmustbedatedJanuary1,2013orlater.(Photocopieswillnotbeaccepted).

Orientation Allsummeremployeeswillberequiredtoattendpaidorientationpriortostartdate.

Student Status Duetofundingsourcessomepositionsmayrequirestudentstatus(secondaryorpost-secondary)

Driver’s Licence and Vehicle Access Somepositionsrequireavalidunrestricteddriver’slicenceanddailyaccesstoavehicle.Thesepositionswillalsorequireproofofbusinessinsurance.

Transportation Itistheresponsibilityofeachemployeetoarrangetransportationtoandfromtheemploymentsite.

Hours of Work - CertificationsSomeweekendandeveningshiftsmayberequired.Allcertificationsmustbecurrentuntiltheendoftheemployment period.

Please note: Many positions require physical agility and constant mobility


Role:ToassisttheDepartmentofRecreationwithprogramdeliveryandsupervisionoftheoutdoorAquaticsprograms(BowringandBannermanParkPools).

Qualifications:• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct.• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck.• CurrentCanadianRedCrossWaterSafetyInstructorCertificate• CurrentLifesavingSocietyNationalLifeguardService(NLS)PoolOption• Experienceinprogramplanningandsupervisionofaquaticprogramsandactivities• Experience in the supervision and evaluation of staff• Excellent organizational and leadership skills• Abilitytoworkindependentlyandasateammember• Familiarity with the City of St. John’s Department of Recreation summer program operations and

activitieswouldbeanasset

Additional Qualifications (Provided Free for Successful Candidates)• BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid.• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification

Period of Employment: • June 20 – August 29, 2013

Rate of Pay: $16.65 increasing to $17.15 as of July 1, 2013. (Up to 40 hours per week.)

Head Lifeguard


Role:To ensure the safety of all patrons using Department of Recreation Swimming Pools, or program participants in Child or Youth Camp programs swimming at Rotary Park or other waterfront areas.

Qualifications:• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• CurrentLifesavingSocietyNationalLifeguardService(NLS)PoolOption• CurrentLifesavingSocietyNLSWaterfrontOptionorCanadianRedCrossWaterfrontLifeguardwouldbe

an asset for Camp positions.• CurrentCanadianRedCrossWaterSafetyInstructorCertificate(requiredforswimminglesson

instructingpositionsONLY)• CanadianRedCrossWaterSafetyInstructorTrainer,and/orLifesavingInstructor,NLSInstructor,orother

AquaticLeadershipCertificationswouldbeanasset• Experienceinsupervisionofaquaticprograms,andactivitieswouldbeanasset• Excellent communication leadership / instructional skills• Abilitytoworkindependentlyandasateammember• 17 years of age as of July 2, 2013• Additionally for Lifeguard / Recreation Counsellor Positions:

o General Leadership Training (i.e. Completion of the City of St. John’s Youth Leadership Program or equivalentwouldbeanasset).

o Postsecondaryeducationinafieldrelatedtochildren/youthwouldbeanasseto PaddleCanada:LakeCanoeIntroductionTandemCertificationwouldbeanasset(trainingwillbe

providedifrequired).o One year of experience in planning and implementing programming for children / youth in

agroupsettingandanabilitytoinstructvariousoutdoorandsportsactivities,craftsandloworganized games

Additional Qualifications (Provided Free for Successful Candidates):• BasicCardiacLifeSupportCPR(LevelC).• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification

Period of Employment: • Lifeguard and Lifeguard/Instructor July 2 - August 25, 2013 • Lifeguard / Recreation Counsellor June 24 - August 30, 2013

Period of Employment will vary according to placement in specific program

Rate of Pay (Range depending on position): $13.07 per hour - $13.76 per hour, increasing to $13.46 per hour - $14.17 per hour as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week.)

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Lifeguard (Outdoor Pools/ Camp) or Lifeguard/ Instructor


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Program Description Location Age Group

Lifeguard&

Lifeguard /Instructor(Outdoor

Pool)

Ensure the safety of all patrons at the outdoor swimming pools. Provide

qualityinstructiontoallparticipantsofthe Canadian Red Cross Learn to Swim

Program, or facilitate the City of St. John’s Junior Lifeguard Program or additional

Leadership programs.

• BannermanParkPool• BowringParkPool

All Ages

Lifeguard / Recreation

Camp Counsellor

Thesepositionswillberesponsibleforproviding lifeguard duties during group

swims as well as fulfilling Recreation Counsellordutiesasrequired,including

the implementation of activities as outlinedbysupervisorsandenhancing

program content through new ideas.

• Rotary “Sunshine” Park• Community Camp• Youth Expeditions• Camp Explore

6 – 14 years


TheCityofSt.John’shasanon-going,andfuture,requirementforLifeguards/InstructorswiththeDepartmentofRecreation.AsaLifeguard/Instructoryouwillbepartofateamofprofessionalswhoappreciatetheimportanceofprovidingqualitycustomerservice.

Role:ToensurethesafetyofallpatronsusingtheH.G.R.MewsCommunityCentreandtheWedgewoodParkRecre-ationCentreSwimmingPools.ToprovidequalityinstructiontoallparticipantsintheLearntoSwimprogramsat these facilities.

Qualifications:• CurrentNationalLifeguardService(NLS)PoolOption• CurrentCanadianRedCrossWaterSafetyInstructorCertificate• BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• CurrentRoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• CurrentRoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Experienceinsupervisionofaquaticprogramsandactivitieswouldbeanasset• Excellent communication leadership/instructional skills• Abilitytoworkindependentlyandasateammember• 17 years of age as of date of hire

Rate Of Pay: (Range depending on position): $13.07 - $15.59 increasing to $13.46 - $16.37 as of July 1, 2013

Lifeguard/ Instructor


Swimming Pool Attendant

Role:Under the direction of the Head Lifeguard, the Swimming Pool Attendant will monitor entry and exit of swimmersusingthepools,secureallpersonalbelongingsofswimmers,andworkwiththeaquaticteamtoensurethesafetyofallpatronsusingBowringParkandBannermanParkswimmingpools.

Qualifications:• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• LifesavingSocietyBronzeCrossAward• Experienceworkingorvolunteeringinanaquaticenvironmentwouldbeanasset• Excellent communication skills• Abilitytoworkindependentlyandasateammember• Familiarity with the City of St. John’s Department of Recreation summer program operations and

activitieswouldbeanasset• 16 years of age as of July 1, 2013

Additional Qualifications (Provided Free for Successful Candidates)• BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid • HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification

Please Note:Successfulcandidatesareencouragedtoparticipateinaquatictrainingcoursestogainhighercertificationlevels(e.g.NationalLifeguardService(NLS),orCanadianRedCrossAssistantWaterSafetyInstructor(AWSI),CanadianRedCrossWaterSafetyInstructor(WSI)

Period of Employment:• July 2 – August 25, 2013

Rate of Pay: $11.74 increasing to $12.09 per hour as of July 1, 2013. (Up to 40 hours per week.)


Inclusion Counsellor

Role:Inclusion staff will support and foster inclusive experiences for participants livingwith disabilities/specialneeds within Department of Recreation programs. Inclusion staff will provide one on one support to participants who have high needs (not including respite/personal care).

Qualifications:• 2013 Royal Newfoundland Constabulary(RNC)Certificate of Conduct.• 2013 Royal Newfoundland Constabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Knowledgeofvarioustypesofdisabilities• Hands-on experience working with children/youth/adults with disabilities,knowledgeof

adaptations and accessibilityguidelinesandbehaviourmanagementtechniques• Crisis Intervention Coursewould beanasset• A minimum of one (1) year post secondary education in a field related to children and youth (i.e.

Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Social Work,Nursing,OccupationalTherapy)

• Experience in planning and implementing programs for children/youth in a group setting and the ability to instruct various sports activities, arts/crafts and low organized games

• ABAtherapist training and/or experience working as a respite worker or with a homecare agency would bean asset

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates) • BasicCardiac Life Support (CPR Level C) • Standard First Aid• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification• PaddleCanadaCertification would beanasset (training inthisareamayberequired uponhiring)• Mustbecomfortableinanaquaticssettingassomepositionsinvolveactivitiessuchasswimmingand

canoeing

Period of Employment:• June 24 – August 30, 2013 (start/end dates may vary according to placement). The location and

program that Inclusion Counsellors are assigned to will vary according to the needs of program participants and may vary throughout the Summer

Rate Of Pay: $13.07 per hour, increasing to $13.46 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week.)


Recreation Counsellors Role:Recreation Counsellors must be energetic and enjoy working with children (ages 6-12 years) or youth (ages 12-14 years) in a leadership role. Duties include: implementing a variety of recreational activities, asoutlined by supervisors, enhancing program content through building on participant interests and directlysupervising program participants. Recreation Counsellors must possess a strong sense of safety awareness, good oralcommunication,customerserviceskills,andgoodproblemsolvingability.

Qualifications: • 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Leadership experience• A minimum of one (1) year post secondary education in a field related to children and youth. (i.e.

Recreation, Education, Early Childhood Education or Social Sciences) • Experienceinplanningandimplementingprogramminginagroupsettingandtheabilitytoinstruct

various sports, outdoor activities, arts / crafts and low organized games• Leadershiptraining(i.e.)completionoftheCityofSt.John’sYouthLeadershipProgramorequivalent

wouldbeanasset

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates)• BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification• PaddleCanada:LakeCanoeIntroductionTandemCertificationwouldbeanasset• Mustbecomfortableinanaquaticsettingassomepositionsinvolveactivitiessuch as swimming and

canoeing/kayaking

Period of Employment:• June 24 – August 30, 2013. Period of employment will vary according to placement in a specific

program.

Rate of Pay: $13.07 per hour increasing to $13.46 as of July 1, 2013. (Up to 40 hours per week.)

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Recreation Counsellors are required for a variety of programs. Please see below for details. Hours and the number of weeks will vary according to placement. Please indicate your top three (3) program choices on your application form.


Activity Centre This program offers a wide variety of games, sports, creative arts and special guests. Full and half day programs are offered and neighborhoodschoolsareusedasindoorlocations on rainy days. Lunch supervision is not provided.

• Various locations 6 – 12 years

Camp Discovery Thisprogramprovidesmanyuniqueexperiences for campers. It offers outdoor pursuits such as archery, canoeing, and hiking. Children will get active as they enjoy swimming and learn many cooperative games andactivities.Theprogrambalancesactivefunwith drama, music and art experiences.

• Airport Heights• WedgewoodPark

Recreation Centre

6 – 8 years

Camp ExploreThis Camp includes supervised exploration and hiking with a focus on nature appreciation and outdoor pursuits such as canoeing and archery.

• AlternatesBi-weeklybetweenRotary“Sunshine”ParkandBowringPark

9 – 12 years

Camp Explore Sports

This camp offers children a sampling of sports for participants to learn new skills in a non-competitive environment.

• Mundy Pond Park 9 – 12 years

Kilbride/ Shea Heights / Parkside Programs

These programs offer a wide variety of games, sports, creative arts and special guests. Full day programs are offered at all three sites. Lunch supervision is not provided.

• KilbrideLionsCommunityCentre

• Shea Heights Community Centre

• Parkside Community Centre

6 – 12 years

Community Camp This program offers community groups an opportunity to partake in an outdoor camp experience. Campers participate in various outdoor pursuits including archery, canoeing, swimming, and woods games.

• Rotary “Sunshine” Park 6 – 14 years

Youth Expeditions This program offers weekly expeditions that focus on various interests and skill development including wilderness survival, canoeing and kayaking, hiking / camping, and sports.

• AlternatesBi-weeklybetweenRotary“Sunshine”ParkandBowringPark

12 – 14 years

Lifeguard / Recreation Counsellor

Please see pages 8-9 of this Employment Guide for details.


Recreation Counsellor – Seniors Outreach

Role: Toassistinthedevelopment,deliveryandevaluationofthesummerbusoutingprogramforolderadults.Dutiesinclude:bookingandpreparingforoutings;organizingoutingactivities;ticketsalesandregistration;organizingand supervising volunteers; providing program leadership and supervision of participants during outings;ensuringthesafetyofparticipants;assistingandsocializingwitholderadultsduringoutings;completingvariousreports. Must have an interest in working with seniors.

Qualifications: • 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• A minimum of one (1) year post secondary education in a field related to older adults (i.e. Social Sciences,

Nursing,orRecreation)• Experienceplanningandimplementingprogramsinagroupsetting,preferablywithadults/olderadults.• Experienceworkingwiththeolderadultpopulationwouldbeanasset• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates) • BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid

Period of Employment: • June 10 - August 16, 2013

Rate of Pay: $13.07 per hour increasing to $13.46 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week.)


Recreation Instructor - Outdoor

Role: To plan and implement vari ous outdoor programs and activities for the summer outdoor program. Outdoor RecreationInstructordutiesinclude:developingprogramcontentforoutdoorrecreationandenvironmental/ecologicalprogramming;developinglessonplanswithlearning progressions;providingdirectleadershipandinstructionforgroupprograms;advisingonsafetyandemergencymeasures;ensuringproperuse, transport,storage andmaintenance of equipment; providingopportunities for participants to develop leadership andteambuildingskills;andcompletingvariousreports.

Qualifications: • 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Experienceteachingorcertificationinsomeorallofthefollowingactivities:Canoeing,Kayaking,Map&

Compass,HutConstruction,WildernessSurvival,Archery,Hiking• A minimum of one (1) year post secondary education in a related field (i.e. Recreation, Adventure Tourism,

Biology,EnvironmentalScience,Education)• Experience in planning and implementing programming for children or youth in a group setting• Excellentcommunicationskillsandastrongknowledgeofgroupdynamicsandteambuilding• PleasureCraftOperatorsCardwouldbeanasset• NationalLifeguardServiceAward(NLS)wouldbeanasset• LeadershipTraining (i.e.Completionof theCityofSt. John’sYouthLeadershipProgramorequivalent)

wouldbeanasset• Excellent leadership and organizational skills• Mustbecomfortableinanaquaticsettingasthesepositionsinvolvewatersportactivitiessuch as

kayaking and canoeing

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates) • BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification• PaddleCanada:LakeCanoeSkillIntermediateTandemCertificationwillbeprovidedifrequired


Rate of Pay: $13.76 per hour increasing to $14.17 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week.)


Role: To assist the Department of Recreation with program delivery and supervision of a variety of recreation programs. To supervise, evaluate and provide administrative and operational support to recreation programs. Responsibilitiesinclude:providingcoverageforon-sitesupervisorystaff;assistingwiththeevaluationofstaffandprogram;purchasing,monitoringanddistributionofprogram/sitesupplies;schedulingandprogramplanning.

Qualifications:• 2013 Royal NewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)Certificate of Conduct• 2013 Royal NewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with access to a vehicle(businessinsurancerequired)• Minimum one (1) year experience in the planning, supervision, training and evaluation of recreation

programs and staff • Two (2) years and leadership experience• Areaspecificskills,experienceandcertificationrequired,Pleaseseedescriptionsinchartonthe

following page• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills• Abilitytoworkindependentlyasateammemberandteamleader• Minimum of two (2) years post secondary education in a related field (i.e.) Recreation, Education,

PhysicalEducation,SocialSciences,Business

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for successful Candidates as required) • BasicCardiac Life Support (CPR Level C)• Standard First Aid• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification• Paddle Canada Certification

Period of Employment:• June 3 - August 30, 2013.

Period of Employment will vary according to the program / location each staff is assigned to.

Rate Of Pay: $15.89 - $17.45 increasing to $16.37 - $17.97 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week.)


Recreation Program Assistant



Program Description Locations Area Specific Skills & Certification Required

Children’s Programs

To assist with program delivery and onsite supervision in a variety of Children’s Programs, including Day Camps and Activity Centres.

PositionswillbebasedoutoftheWedgewoodParkRecreationCentre,butwillberequiredtovisitvariousChildren’s Program sites within the City of St. John’s.

• Experience planning and coordinating programming for children in a group setting.

• Experience instructing various sports activities, arts & crafts and organized gameswouldbeanasset.

Aquatics To assist the Department of Recreation with program delivery and supervision of theoutdoorAquaticsPrograms(BowringandBannermanParkpools). To supervise, evaluate and provide administrative and operational support.

Positionswillbebasedoutofthe H.G.R. Mews Community Centre,butwillberequiredtovisitbothoutdoorpoolsonaregularbasisthroughoutemployment period.

• Current Canadian Red Cross WaterSafetyInstructorCertificate.

• Current Lifesaving Society NationalLifeguardService(NLS)PoolOption.

• Canadian Red Cross WaterSafetyInstructorTrainer, and/or Lifesaving Instructor,NLSInstructor,orotherAquaticLeadershipcertificationswouldbeanasset.

• 19 years of age at point of hire.


Role: TheRecreationAssistantforYouthProgramspositionsareresponsibleforplanning,implementingandevaluatingavarietyoffunandchallengingprogramsandactivitiesforyouthaged12–18years.Dutiesinclude:develop-ingprogramcontentandschedulesforvariousyouthinitiatives;bookingspeakersandfacilities;overseeingandevaluatingprogramdelivery;providingdirectprogramleadership;directlysupervisingandensuringthesafetyofparticipants;conductingprogramandparticipantevaluations;andcompletingotherrequiredreports.

Qualifications: • 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• ValidClass5Driver’sLicensewithaccesstoavehicle(businessinsurancewillberequired)• A minimum of one (1) year post secondary education in a field related to children or youth (i.e. Recreation,

PhysicalEducation,Education,SocialSciences,Nursing).• Experienceworkingwithyouthages12-14years,inagroupprogramsetting,wouldbeanasset.• Experience in program planning and implementation• Excellent communication and supervisory skills• LeadershipTraining (i.e.Completionof theCityofSt. John’sYouthLeadershipProgramorequivalent)

wouldbeanasset

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates) • BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification• PaddleCanada:LakeCanoeIntroductionTandemCertificationwouldbeanasset• Mustbecomfortable inanaquaticsettingassomepositions involveactivitiessuch as swimming and

canoeing


Rate of Pay: $13.76 per hour increasing to $14.17 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week)

Recreation Assistant – Youth Programs


Senior Counsellors

Role:SeniorCounsellorsmustbeenergeticandenjoyworkingwithchildren(ages6-12years)oryouth(ages12-14years)inasupervisoryrole.Dutiesinclude:programplanningandimplementation,completingdaily/weeklystatistics and reports, requesting supplies, supervising and evaluating program staff, monitoring programcontent and schedules, ensuring the safety of participants and staff. Senior Counsellors must possess strong leadership skills, and effective communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications: • 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct.• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• A minimum of one (1) year post secondary education in a field related to children and youth (i.e.

Recreation, Education, Early Childhood Education or Social Sciences)• ValidClass5Driver’sLicenseandvalidDriver’sAbstract(requiredforTennispositions)• Vehiclebusinessinsurancerequired• ValidClass4Driver’sLicense(unrestricted)wouldbeanasset• Experienceinplanningandimplementingprogramminginagroupsettingandtheabilitytoinstruct

various sports, outdoor activities, arts / crafts and low organized games• Leadership experience / training (i.e.) completion of the City of St. John’s Youth Leadership Program or

equivalentwouldbeanasset• Experience in supervision and evaluation of staff and programs• Knowledgeofchilddevelopmentandbehaviourmanagementtechniques• TennisCanadaInstructorCertification(requiredforTennispositions)• NCCPCoachingCertificationwouldbeanassetforasoccerortennisposition

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates)• BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification• PaddleCanada:LakeCanoeIntroductionTandemCertificationwouldbeanasset• Mustbecomfortableinanaquaticsettingassomepositionsinvolveactivitiessuch as swimming and

canoeing

Period of Employment:• June10–September4,2013.Period of employment will vary according to placement in a specific

program

Rate of Pay: $14.49 per hour, increasing to $14.92 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week)




Senior Counsellors are required for a variety of programs. Please see below for details. Hours and the number of weeks will vary according to placement. Please indicate your top three (3) program choices on your application form.


Activity Centre

This program offers a wide variety of games, sports, creative arts and special guests. Full and half day programs areofferedandneighborhoodschoolsareusedasindoorlocations on rainy days, lunch supervision is not provided.

• Various locations 6 – 12 years

Camp Discovery

This program provides many unique experiences forcampers. It offers outdoor pursuits such as archery and canoeing, and hiking. Children will get active as they enjoy swimming and learn many cooperative games and activities. Theprogrambalances active funwithdrama,music and art experiences.

• Airport Heights• WedgewoodParkRecreation

Centre 6 – 8 years

Camp ExploreThis Camp includes supervised exploration and hiking with a focus on nature appreciation and outdoor pursuits such as canoeing and archery.

• Alternatesbi-weeklybetweenRotary“Sunshine”ParkandBowringPark

9 – 12 years

Camp Explore Sports

This camp offers children a sampling of sports for participants to learn new skills in a non-competitive environment.

• Mundy Pond Park 9 – 12 years

Shea Heights/Kilbride/Parkside

Programs

These programs offer a wide variety of games, sports, creative arts and special guests. Full day programs are offeredatbothsites.Lunchsupervisionisnotprovided.

• Shea Heights Community Centre

• KilbrideLionsCommunityCentre

• Parkside Community Centre

6 – 12 years

Youth Expeditions

This program offers weekly expeditions that focus onvariousinterestsandskilldevelopmentincluding:wilderness survival, canoeing and kayaking, hiking/camping, and sports.

• Alternatesbi-weeklybetweenRotary“Sunshine”ParkandBowringPark

12 – 14 years

CommunityCamp

This program offers community groups an opportunity to partake in an outdoor camp experience. Campers participate in various outdoor pursuits including archery, canoeing, swimming, and woods games.

• Rotary “Sunshine” Park 6 – 14 years

Tennis Thisprogramofferspubliclessons,daycamplessonsandtennisjamboreedays.

• Cowan Heights• Ron Penney Tennis Complex,

WedgewoodPark

Variousages


Role:To assist the Department of Recreation with program delivery and supervision of the Summer Tennis and Soccer Program at various locations throughout the City of St. John’s.

Qualifications:• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License• ValidClass4Driver’sLicense(unrestricted)wouldbeanasset• Vehiclebusinessinsurancerequired• Driver’sAbstractrequired• A Minimum of two (2) years post secondary education/training in a field related to children/youth, i.e.

Education, Recreation, Social Sciences. • Experience in developing and implementing seasonal programs including the preparation of learning

progressions and lesson plans for skill development• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills, excellent time management skills.• Experience in the supervision and evaluation of staff• Abilitytoworkindependentlyandasateammember• Excellent customer service skills.• Familiarity with the City of St. John’s Department of Recreation summer program operations and

activitieswouldbeanasset• TennisCanadaInstructorCertification(requiredfortennispositions)• NCCPCoachingCertificationwouldbeanassetforasoccerortennisposition• Knowledgeofthegameofsoccerwouldbeanassetforasoccerposition

Additional Qualifications (Provided Free for Successful Candidates)• BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification.

Period of Employment: • Tennis:May28–August30,2013• Soccer:May28–August30,2013

Rate of Pay: $15.17 per hour, increasing to $15.63 as of July 1, 2013 (Up to 40 hours per week.)


Head Counsellor - Sport




Tennis Program

Thisprogramofferspubliclessons,daycamplessonsandtennisjamboreedays.

• Ron Penney Tennis Complex,WedgewoodParkandmobileprograms

Various Ages

Soccer Program

This program offers an opportunity for youth to experience a fun filled game of soccer accompanied with skill development, team play and cooperation.

• Various locations Various Ages


Recreation Instructor – Sport

Role:To deliver Summer Program tennis lessons and soccer drills and skills to children, youth and adults throughout the City of St. John’s. Duties are to develop, implement and deliver a variety of program activities for the Tennis and Soccer Programs.

Qualifications:• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)VulnerableSectorCheck• Experience developing and implementing lesson plans including progressions for skill development• Excellent communication leadership/instructional skills• Experience / training in working with children and youth• Excellent customer service skills• Abilitytoworkindependentlyandasateammember• TennisCanadaInstructorCertification(requiredforTennispositions)• NCCPCoachingCertificationwouldbeanassetforasoccerortennisposition

Additional Qualifications: (Provided Free for Successful Candidates) • BasicCardiacLifeSupport(CPRLevelC)• Standard First Aid• HIGHFIVE®PrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopmentCertification.

Period of Employment: • Tennis:July3–August23,2013• Soccer:June11–August23,2013

Rate Of Pay: $13.07, increasing to $13.46 as of July 1, 2013


Tennis Program

Thisprogramofferspubliclessons,daycamplessonsandtennisjamboreedays.

• Ron Penney Tennis Complex,WedgewoodParkandmobileprograms.

Various Ages

Soccer Program

This program offers an opportunity for youth to experience a fun filled game of soccer accompanied with skill development, team play and cooperation.

• Various locations Various Ages


Role:ApplicantsselectedforRefereepositionswillberesponsibleforrefereeingsoccergamesforparticipants ages7–16years.Applicantsmustknowtherulesandregulations,andbeconfidentinapplyingthemingamesituations.

Qualifications:• 2013RoyalNewfoundlandConstabulary(RNC)CertificateofConduct• NLSARefereeCertificationrequired• A minimum of two years experience in a role as a referee in a recognized soccer program• Excellentcommunicationskillsandexperiencedealingwithcoaches,players,andparentswouldbean

asset• Excellent customer service skills

Period of Employment:• June 25 –August 23, 2013

Rate of Pay: $11.00 -$12.38 (per game)

Soccer Referee – Youth Soccer Program

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