Job Description

Who We Are

St. John Ambulance, British Columbia & Yukon (SJA BCY) is a profit-for-purpose 'mission-led enterprise' committed to empowering safer communities through first aid leadership. SJA BCY is part of the federated St. John Ambulance organization in Canada, which is represented from coast to coast. We are privileged to be part of an organization with over 900 years of service to humanity. Today, SJA BCY is a market leader in the development and delivery of first aid courses, first aid products and we support first aid in communities through our 2000 plus volunteers.

The Opportunity

We're currently seeking a First Aid Instructor to join our team at our Prince George branch to teach Advanced First Aid and Transport Endorsement. In this role, you will have the opportunity to teach community members about the importance of first aid. You are a detail-oriented and organized individual who will be responsible for instructing courses as required and evaluating course exams. You will ensure that all duties and responsibilities are completed accurately and delivered with high quality, in a timely and professional manner. This includes ensuring a quality image conveyed by St. John Ambulance BC & Yukon, always, and consistently and effectively communicating the St. John Ambulance vision.

Responsibilities

Instruct WorkSafeBC and St. John Ambulance Courses, as required. Promote the sale of St. John Ambulance training courses and products; Maintain and clean first aid classrooms, equipment, and supplies; Travel to other locations to instruct courses, if needed.
Mandatory (minimum) Qualifications Required for Training

Minimum 18 years-old Have held an Intermediate or higher-level First Aid or equivalent certificate for 2 or more years Example of higher-level first aid certificate: Advanced First Aid, Occupational First Aid Level 3 Example of equivalent first aid certificate: Occupational First Aid Level 2 Have experience as a first aid attendant (work or volunteer) for a minimum of 1 year
Ideal Qualifications (though not necessary - we can train)

Qualified to teach St. John Ambulance Intermediate First Aid (Standard) course Qualified to teach St. John Ambulance General First Aid and CPR courses Qualified to teach WorkSafeBC Transportation Endorsement Qualified to teach WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid
Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to create a comfortable environment where people can learn and feel relaxed enough to ask questions; Confident in speaking to groups of people and demonstrating first aid skills and protocols; Passionate about first aid and passing on the knowledge to others; Able to maintain professionalism and provide constructive feedback to students; Comfortable with using a computer (for example, PowerPoint) for course delivery and other related administrative tasks; Ability to work independently and on occasional weekend/evening; and Previous teaching experience is an asset.
Why Join SJA BCY?

Competitive compensation package and a commitment to creating a growth environment for everyone on our team; and An opportunity to work in a historic and impactful organization that saves people's lives.
SJA BCY is a welcoming and collaborative organization. We welcome diversity in our organization and qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Experience:

first aid: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

First Aid Certification (required)
Work Location: In person