Community Recreation Coordinator/Aquatics - Jobs in Mispec

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WHO WE ARECFMWS. 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 ROLEThe Community Aquatics and Recreation Coordinator plays an important role, providing quality leisure programs, services and facilities to our military members and their families.Our services are tailored to help families with the challenges they may face due to military life and make the most of everyday activities such as going to the playground or day camp. We believe that when members of the Canadian Armed Forces are able to take good care of themselves and their families, they can do better both at home and at work. Whether families need to sign the kids up for swimming lessons, improve their fitness, make friends in a new community, our services are here to help.You will have a diverse portfolio, providing programs to preschoolers, to adults and seniors. Each day will be different as you coordinate the details of community fitness, sports, arts and culture programming, civic events and oversee services such as libraries and membership offices. You will have a chance to expand your skills and share your passions as you mentor junior staff and volunteers all with the goal of improving the quality of life for our military.QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and LicensesCollege diploma or certificate in Recreation, Leisure Studies, or Community Development, or a related fieldCurrent CPR and Basic First Aid qualificationsHIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development or HIGH FIVE Sport (successful completion by end of probation)HIGH FIVE QUEST 2 (successful completion by end of probation)HIGH FIVE Healthy Minds for Healthy Children (successful completion by end of probation)Experience In planning and evaluating the operations and delivery of recreation programsIn applying policies, procedures, regulations, and applicable legislationIn budget administrationIn personnel administrationIn pool management and maintenanceCompetencies, Skills and Abilities Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadershipLANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish Essential/ Bilingual an asset Reading comprehension: None Written expression: None Oral interaction: FunctionalBENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.Perks: Discounts through CF One Member AppreciationOTHER INFORMATIONPerform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg)The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector CheckRELOCATION: · Relocation benefits will be provided for the successful candidate. START DATE1 August 2023INCLUSION 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 the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.