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Summer Splash Counsellor

Town of Slave Lake
Posted Date: April 13, 2023
Closing Date: April 28, 2023
Contact Town of Slave Lake

Job Description

The Town of Slave Lake is looking for enthusiastic individuals to be our Summer Splash Counsellors for the upcoming 2023 Summer Splash program.

The Summer Splash Counsellor will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the “Summer Splash” program for children ages 6-11 years of age.

EMPLOYEES THAT REPORT DIRECTLY TO THIS POSITION:
None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•To program and implement activities for the weekly sessions with the Summer Splash Coordinator
•To supervise children in the program
•Provide leadership to program participants.
•Use a pleasant, helpful manner and sound judgement when dealing with the parents/guardians or the public.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
•Possession of Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License is considered an asset.
•Previous experience working with youth.
•National Lifeguard Service or Water Safety Instructor would be considered an asset.
•Previous customer service experience is an asset.
•Current certification in First Aid and CPR is an asset

SKILLS REQUIRED:
•Strong customer service skills.
•Strong verbal and written communication
•Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Note: The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and activities required for this position but gives a general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
•Occasional moderate lifting of equipment and supplies
•Work indoors most of the time. They may occasionally work outdoors when leading activities.
•Are often exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable, such as music.
•May be assigned an irregular work schedule, including early mornings, and evenings.

How to apply:

1. A cover letter clearly indicating the position title, accompanied by an up-to-date resume is required.
2. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a skills and personality assessment test.
3. The successful candidate will be required to provide professional references and an acceptable criminal record check.

Send your cover letter and resume (ensuring to include the job title in your email subject heading) to:
Human Resources, Town of Slave Lake
10 Main Street S.W. P.O. Box 1030, Slave Lake, Alberta T0G 2A0
E-mail: hr@slavelake.ca

Applications will be accepted until Friday April 28th, 2023, at 4:00PM MST.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, because of the volume of applications, we will contact only those under consideration. We will review all applications carefully to determine which candidates’ qualifications and experience closely match our requirements.

The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.