Description
CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.
THE ROLEKeep our Canadian Armed Forces operationally ready and their families and military community healthy as part of the team at Personnel Support Programs.
Personnel Support Programs contributes to the operational readiness of our Canadian Armed Forces through the provision of fitness, sports, recreation and health promotion programs to military communities across Canada and members while on deployment.
Under the supervision of the Aquatic and Recreation Coordinator, the aqua fitness instructor plans, organizes and delivers aqua fitness classes. They will prepare class schedules, design programs and assist with advertising and public relations. Record, monitor and report program attendance. Prepare, distribute and submit evaluation forms, as required. Provide lifestyle awareness information. Liaise with outside organizations to ensure latest updates/trends are introduced to the program. Maintain current level of certification and abilities required to conduct aqua fitness classes. Assist in the design of aqua fitness programs and implement changes as required.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and Licenses
High school diploma and some years of experience conducting aquafitness classes
Fitness Leaders Certification - Aquafitness module
Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
Experience
In planning, organizing, and delivering aquafitness classes
In monitoring and controlling large groups of participants
In ensuring safety protocols and procedures
In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail and Internet browsing
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish Essential
Reading: None
Writing: None
Oral: Functional
BENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Work Life Balance: Vacation pay.
Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Free second language training.
OTHER INFORMATIONThis is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
START DATE04 September 2024
INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.