First Aid Instructor ( Commissionaires NS Head Office) - Jobs in Bedford, NS

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WHO WE ARECommissionaires Nova Scotia is the province’s not-for-profit provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. We are an independent member of Commissionaires Canada, our parent federation employing over 22,000 nationwide. We exist to provide meaningful employment for veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, their families, and anyone else who wants to contribute to the security and well-being of Nova Scotians.We are recognized with global certifications for our exceptional customer service, management standards, and environmental stewardship.WHAT WE OFFERA sought-after employer and community partner, we can help you achieve your goals through challenging work, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. We strive to continually improve and leverage technology to support our growing customer base across Nova Scotia.The Benefits:

• Higher-than-industry pay rates
• Health, drug, and dental benefits
• Life and accident insurance
• Two weeks vacation pay, plus five days personal time off
• Free uniforms and equipment
• High-quality, formal, and on-job training
• Annual paid loyalty award
• Education assistance funds and family scholarship programs
• Advancement opportunities within a large, national organization

THE ROLEPosition: First Aid InstructorCompetition Number: CNS 2022-05-13Location: Commissionaires Nova Scotia Head Office (229 Damascus Road, Bedford NS)Reports to: Senior Instructor- Training & DevelopmentWorking Hours: Monday-Friday (8:00-4:00pm). Occasional weekends may be required.Duties and Responsibilities:As a key member of the Commissionaires Nova Scotia training team, the responsibilities of the First Aid Instructor may include, but are not limited to:

• Delivering First Aid certification and recertification to Red Cross standards to both Commissionaires Nova Scotia employees, and external clients
• Delivering high quality and professional instruction in accordance with established First Aid/CPR certified programs and course materials
• Developing recommendations for curriculum adjustments to benefit clients’ learning, and to ensure efficient yet comprehensive understanding of the subject matter
• Marketing to develop present and future clients for First Aid certification or recertification, either at our facilities or at the client site
• Fostering new business and external client relationships
• Evaluating participants using established testing methodologies
• Instructing students through discussions, providing audio-visual presentations and hands-on training
• Physically demonstrating various First Aid/CPR techniques
• Reporting to appropriate governing bodies regarding outcomes of training
• Ensuring the health and safety of self and others in the workplace
• Adhering to CNS’ Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, systems, and practices

WHO WE’RE SEEKINGEligibility RequirementsCandidates must:

• Be aged 19 or older
• Be a Permanent Resident of Canada or Canadian Citizen
• Not have a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted
• Be able to provide fingerprints and complete a criminal record check
• Be eligible to apply for Government of Canada personnel security screening
• Hold a valid First Aid certification
• Hold a valid First Aid Instructor certification
• Hold a valid Nova Scotia Drivers License, and have access to a reliable vehicle
• Be able to communicate effectively in English (the ability to work in both official languages would be considered an asset).

Qualifications and SkillsThe selected candidate will be a highly professional and detail driven individual with a strong work ethic and “Can Do” attitude. You will be a team player, working within an active training environment.Key qualifications and skills to be successful include, but are not limited to:

• Excellent oral communication skills, and an inherent comfort with public speaking
• A demonstrated history of strong work ethic, professional conduct, and customer-oriented focus
• Previous experience delivering instruction independently in a formal setting, using prescribed course materials
• Proven experience in developing external client relationships/business development
• An ability to deliver instruction/training curriculum to participants from varying backgrounds, and industries (i.e. private sector, students, government)
• A track record of punctuality, reliability and accountability
• An ability to operate effectively with limited supervision
• An ability to ensure quality of learning using informative, engaging and relevant instruction techniques
• Familiarity with, and ability to effectively deploy technology (esp. Microsoft Suite)
• Excellent customer service skills

READY TO JOIN USThis position is open to external and internal applicants (commissionaires should include their Corps #). We encourage veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP to apply.Commissionaires Nova Scotia is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from equity seeking communities to self-identify.We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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