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Application deadline: May 18, 2021
- Summer Virtual Program Coordinator
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Working with the Youth Section Community Developer, the Summer Virtual Program Coordinator will work on a mix of social media content collection (photos/videos) as well as plan and offer virtual programs for youth during the summer months.
Social Media Coordination
• Collaborate with Parks & Recreation summer staff to arrange content collection (photos/videos).
• Ensure photo/video releases are signed and saved.
• Create a social media posting schedule to promote Parks & Recreation’s summer activities.
• Assist with Youth Services Plan 2 social media efforts.
Virtual Program Coordination
• Host virtual programs and workshops for youth (ages 13-24).
• Research social media best practices for engaging youth virtually.
• Compile end of summer report on virtual programs. - Lifeguard / Instructor / Evening Supervisor - Outdoor Pools
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Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the seasonal position of Lifeguard/Instructor Evening and Weekend Supervisor for Cole Harbour outdoor pool.
The Lifeguard / Instructor ensures pool safety through supervision and public education. The Lifeguard / Instructor also performs lifeguard duties such as checking and maintaining equipment; performing safety supervision; proactively intervening in emergency situations; providing water rescue, first aid and follow-up; maintaining in service training requirements and personal fitness levels as outlined and/or performs swimming instructor duties such as teaching lessons; educating swimmers about hazards and safety; carrying out rescues and follow-up; maintaining reports; planning special events, etc. The Lifeguard / Instructor supports persons with disabilities (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, administering medication, etc.) in programs.
Applications are now closed for these jobs. Deadline was March 7, 2021.
- Summer Recreation Canoe/Kayak Instructor
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The Summer Recreation Canoe and/or Sea Kayak Instructor leads recreation programs for a variety of age groups. The Instructor designs activities within a planned curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.) - may be required to develop a specific plan. Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as greeting participants, leading activities, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, organizing equipment and supplies, preparing for activities, distributing and collecting permission slips for outings, organizing outings, participating in staff meetings, etc.
- Summer Recreation Canoe Renter
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The Summer Recreation Canoe Renter rents canoes to the public for recreational use on the Northwest Arm. This position also manages the fleet of canoes and related equipment, delivers excellent customer service, ensures participant safety, manages cash, and manages rental statistics.
- Summer Recreation Sailing Instructor
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The Summer Recreation Sailing Instructor leads recreation programs for a variety of age groups. The Instructor designs activities within a planned curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.) - may be required to develop a specific plan. Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as greeting participants, leading activities, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, organizing equipment and supplies, preparing for activities, distributing and collecting permission slips for outings, organizing outings, participating in staff meetings.
- Outdoor Pool Lifeguard/Supervisor - Bedford
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The Lifeguard/Instructor ensures pool safety through supervision and public education. The Lifeguard/Instructor also performs lifeguard duties such as checking and maintaining equipment; performing safety supervision; proactively intervening in emergency situations; providing water rescue, first aid and follow-up; maintaining in service training requirements and personal fitness levels as outlined and/or performs swimming instructor duties such as teaching lessons; educating swimmers about hazards and safety; carrying out rescues and follow-up; maintaining reports; planning special events, etc. The Lifeguard / Instructor supports persons with disabilities (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.) in programs.
- Outdoor Pool Lifeguard/Supervisor - Cole Harbour
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The Lifeguard/Instructor ensures pool safety through supervision and public education. The Lifeguard / Instructor also performs lifeguard duties such as checking and maintaining equipment; performing safety supervision; proactively intervening in emergency situations; providing water rescue, first aid and follow-up; maintaining in service training requirements and personal fitness levels as outlined and/or performs swimming instructor duties such as teaching lessons; educating swimmers about hazards and safety; carrying out rescues and follow-up; maintaining reports; planning special events, etc. The Lifeguard/Instructor supports persons with disabilities (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.) in programs.
- Summer Oval Supervisor
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The Oval Supervisor will assist the Community Recreation Coordinator, and Senior Special Events Coordinator with daily supervision of programs and events held at the Oval and summer festival site. The Supervisor will be managing staff; program staff and volunteers for the delivery of daily inline and roller skating programs and events held at the Oval. The Supervisor will ensure participants have a safe and enjoyable experience during the wide variety of activities and events held at the Oval.
- Summer Oval Skating Monitor
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For summer inline/roller skating programs and public skating sessions. Skating Monitors will work as part of the HRM Skating Oval team to monitor public skating and provide outstanding customer service for all participants. Skating Monitors will ensure the Oval is a safe, fun and festive atmosphere for all skating activities and events.
Applications are now closed for these jobs. Deadline was March 28, 2021.
- Summer Recreation Coordinator
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The Summer Recreation Coordinator plans and organizes recreational programs and schedules facilities for a variety of age groups. The Manager designs curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (i.e. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.). Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as planning, implementing, promoting, supervising, and evaluating recreation programs and services; scheduling, supervising, motivating, and evaluating Summer Program Instructors; managing risks, ensuring participant safety; inventories, distributes and collects equipment and supplies; handling administrative duties, networking with community groups and organizations; organizing special events and outings, submitting regular reports, tracking statistics; maintaining a budget and organizing staff meetings.
- Specialized Inclusion Support Coordinator
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This position is responsible for collaborating with the Community Recreation Coordinators, and Summer Coordinators in the areas of training, developing and implementing in the delivery of inclusive recreation programs during the summer months. Responsible for coaching and assisting summer staff in the areas of intakes, implementing behaviour management strategies, providing personal care and the development of inclusive program modification to support inclusive programming. The candidate will also be responsible for the provision of hands-on support to meet operational requirements upon commencement of summer programs.
- Summer Inclusion Support Staff
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The Summer Inclusion Support Staff supports persons with disabilities in recreation programs (i.e. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc). May be required to develop specific program plans. Responsible for daily duties such as greeting children, speaking to parents/guardians and ensuring open communication on the needs of the children. Also responsible for organizing supplies and equipment, preparing daily activities, attending staff meetings, and ensuring the safety of all program participants. Ensures children with disabilities are welcomed and included in all day camp activities.
- Summer Youth Leadership Coordinator
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The Youth Leadership Coordinator plans and implements a leadership development program which consists of training modules, social activities and volunteer opportunities. The Coordinator designs curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (i.e. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.). Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as planning, implementing, promoting, and evaluating recreation programs and services; scheduling, supervising, motivating, and evaluating Summer Youth Leadership participants; managing risks, ensuring participant safety; inventories, distributes and collects equipment and supplies; handling administrative duties, networking with community groups and organizations; organizing special events and outings, submitting regular reports, tracking statistics; maintaining a budget and attending staff meetings.
- Summer Youth Live Vehicle Operator
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The Summer Youth Live Vehicle Operator will work with full time staff and summer operations assistants to help with Youth Live's Green Cart Delivery & Repair operation. If successful in obtaining this position, you will be based out of Youth Live Warehouse and Admin Office (1300 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Beechville). You’ll be given training and supervision to get started with the green cart operation.
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Summer Youth Live Operations Assistant
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The Summer Recreation Youth Live Operations Assistant will work with full time Youth Operations Workers and youth participants to help supervise and run Youth Live's business operations. If successful in obtaining this position, you will be placed at one of our two work locations for the summer. You’ll be given training and supervision to get started in each of our operations. You will supervise the youth in the program to make sure we are providing excellent customer service and meeting our deadlines.
Applications are now closed for these jobs. Deadline was April 18, 2021.
- Summer Community Arts Support Coordinator
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The Summer Community Arts Support Coordinator will work with community art staff, summer recreation staff, program instructors and various community groups and organizations. The Coordinator will work with staff and community to design community arts projects, and assist with assessing and managing risks associated with various community art projects and place-making events. The position may be responsible for supervising volunteers during an event day. The Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating set up and take down of equipment and transportation of supplies for events and programs.
- Summer Recreation Art Instructor
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The Summer Recreation Art Instructor leads art programs in day camps for a variety of age groups. The Instructor designs activities within a planned curriculum. Other responsibilities include: assisting with program promotion, inventory/ cleanup/ storage/ repair/ maintenance of community art equipment and supplies, working with volunteers and providing on-site customer service, developing an arts module for training and instructional purposes, researching new trends and administering/ collecting/ reporting on program evaluations and questionnaires.
- Summer Recreation Dance Instructor
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The Summer Recreation Dance Instructor leads dance programs for a variety of age groups. The instructor must plan, choreograph and teach dance classes to campers who may vary in their abilities and experience.
- Summer Recreation Skate Park Instructor
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The Summer Recreation Skateboard Instructor leads recreation programs for a variety of age groups. The Instructor designs activities within a planned curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (e.g. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.) - may be required to develop a specific program plan. Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as greeting participants, leading activities, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, organizing equipment and supplies, preparing for activities, participating in staff meetings.
- Summer Recreation Tennis Instructor
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The Summer Recreation Tennis Instructor leads Tennis programs for a variety of age groups. The instructor must plan, and teach Tennis classes to campers who may vary in their abilities and experience.
- Summer Recreation Day Camp Leader
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The Summer Recreation Day Camp Leader leads recreation programs for a variety of age groups. The Instructor designs activities within a planned curriculum and supports persons with disabilities in programs (i.e. personal care, lifting procedures, adapting activities, etc.) - may be required to develop a specific program plan. Other responsibilities include: daily duties such as greeting parents and participants, leading activities, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, organizing equipment and supplies, preparing for activities, distributing and collecting permission slips for outings, organizing outings and special events, participating in staff meetings.