Recreation Program Employment

Pool Supervisor

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: 15.50/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $14.65/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR Certificate.
2. Current Lifesaving Society Instructors, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate, and National Lifeguard Service.
3. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford, Canadian Red Cross Society and Lifesaving Society of Canada.
4. To ensure pool rules are enforced.
5. To be involved in the design, construction, and organization of the Lions Pool Program.
6. To hire, supervise and evaluate all staff on an on-going basis.
7. To coordinate daily report writing, organization, phone calls, finances, and other administrative duties.
8. To coordinate all staff meetings.
9. To lead facility operations.
10. To maintain daily records.

Assistant Pool Supervisor

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: $15.00/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $14.15/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR Certificate.
2. Current Lifesaving Society Instructors, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate, and National Lifeguard Service.
3. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford, Canadian Red Cross Society and Lifesaving Society of Canada.
4. To ensure pool rules are enforced.
5. To be involved in the design, construction, and organization of the Lions Pool Program.
6. To hire, supervise and evaluate all staff on an on-going basis.
7. To coordinate daily report writing, organization, phone calls, finances, and other administrative duties.
8. To coordinate all staff meetings.
9. To lead facility operations.
10. To maintain daily records.

Lifeguard/Instructor

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: $14.50/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $13.65/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR Certificate.
2. Current Lifesaving Society Instructors, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate, and National Lifeguard Service.
3. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford, Canadian Red Cross Society and Lifesaving Society of Canada.
4. To ensure pool rules are enforced.
5. To plan, implement and supervise lessons for all required levels.
6. To communicate with parents regarding their child's progress.
7. To maintain daily records.
8. To participate in facility operations.
9. To attend required staff meetings and training sessions.

Lifeguard-in-Training

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: 14.00/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $13.15/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR certificate. CPR B provided in Bronze Medallion would be considered the minimum standard and sufficient for this position. 
2. Current Lifesaving Society of Canada Bronze Medallion Certificate (minimum requirement).
3. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford, Canadian Red Cross Society and Lifesaving Society of Canada.
4. To assist in ensuring that pool rules are enforced.
5. To assist in the implementation of swimming lessons for all required levels.
6. To assist in the maintenance of daily record keeping.
7. To assist in basic facility operations.
8. To attend required staff meetings and training sessions.

Playground Supervisor

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: 15.50/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $14.65/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
2. Previous experience in working with children and youth.
3. Previous experience in recreation programming is an asset.
4. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford.
4. To assist the Child and Youth Services Coordinator in staff training and evaluation of the Summer Camp Program.
5. To review and approve all program plans submitted by day camp leaders.
6. To attend and supervise pool swims, and arrange staff for various duties.
7. To cover shifts in the event staff are sick.
8. To arrange special events/activities.
9. To lead staff meetings and trainings.

Playground Assistant Supervisor

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: 15.00/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $14.15/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
2. Previous experience in working with children and youth.
3. Previous experience in recreation programming is an asset.
4. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford.
4. To assist the Child and Youth Services Coordinator and Playground Supervisor in staff training and evaluation of the Day Camp Program.
5. To assist in the review and approval of program plans submitted by day camp leaders.
6. To attend and supervise pool swims, and arrange staff for various duties.
7. To cover shifts in the event staff are sick.
8. To arrange special events/activities.
9. To assist in staff meetings and trainings.
10. To assume the responsibilities and duties of the Playground Supervisor when he/she is absent from work, and/or at the discretion of the Child and Youth Services Coordinator.

Leader

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: 14.50/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $13.65/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
2. Previous experience in working with children and youth.
3. Previous experience in recreation programming is an asset.
4. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford.
4. To plan and implement, in conjunction with other staff members, a varied recreational program involving crafts, active and quiet games, sports and special events.
5. To complete a variety of paperwork (parent calendars, daily attendance, accident reports, weekly evaluations, etc.).
6. To communicate with parents/guardians on child's development/behaviour, etc.
7. To attend staff training's and weekly staff meetings.

Leader-in-Training

Typical Length of Employment: Mid June to end of August
Casual Wage Rate: 14.00/hr, 18 years of age and over (2018 rate) | $13.15/hr, Under 18 years of age (2018 rate)

Special Certificates/Licenses/Qualifications

1. Current First Aid/CPR certificate.
2. Previous experience in working with children and youth.
3. Previous experience in recreation programming is an asset.
4. A satisfactory criminal reference check is required from successful candidates.

Summary of Duties

1. To provide superior customer service, projecting a positive image for the City of Stratford, being both courteous and respectful to customers and members of the community.
2. To take responsible action in caring for the welfare of all participants.
3. To promote the aims, objectives and motto's of the City of Stratford.
4. To plan and implement, in conjunction with other staff members, a varied recreational program involving crafts, active and quiet games, sports and special events.
5. To complete a variety of paperwork (parent calendars, daily attendance, accident reports, weekly evaluations, etc.).
6. To communicate with parents/guardians on child's development/behaviour, etc.
7. To attend staff training's and weekly staff meetings.