Job Description

The Community

High River provides the warmth and familiarity of a small town, featuring countless outdoor trails and parks that await your next adventure. Our downtown offers a variety of unique stores and businesses who take pride in fostering connection in our community. High River is a people-first community where families put down roots for generations. Nestled within Foothills County with the Rocky Mountains framing the view to your west, our community of 14,000 is rooted in people and promotes an environment to help you build lasting relationships.

The Organization

Through the dedication and passion of our 150 employees, we deliver important services to the community. Our purpose, or why we do what we do, is because we want to make a difference in our community now and for generations to come (our 'why'). To achieve this, we inspire and respect one another, we can be counted on, we are better together, and we dare to be different (our 'how').

We've embarked on a workplace culture journey that has enhanced our commitment to people; both our employees and the community we serve. We have identified three pillars to achieve our workplace culture:

Accountable, Connected and Excellence (ACE).

General Accountability:

The Fitness/Wellness Instructor plans and facilitates specialized fitness programs for children, youth and adults which are offered by the Town of High River.

Specific Duties:

Develop, implement, and instruct the class within the scope of certification Organize the set up and take down required for activities, including, ensuring adequate equipment and supplies are available Actively participate in programs and activities, as required Ensure the cleanliness and organization of all areas used for programs Ensure the safety of program participants at all times Follow program policies and procedures as determined by the Recreation Administration & Programming Supervisor Promote and demonstrate the High Five principals and Quest 2 program evaluation guidelines Participate in the evaluation and recommendations for programs Provide a high standard of customer service Perform other related duties assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Grade 12 education or equivalent Fitness/Wellness certification required for discipline of the class being instructed High Five Principals of Healthy Childhood Development Certification (8 hours) and/or High Five Principals of Healthy Aging Certification (8 hours); whichever is relevant to the demographics of the class being instructed Standard First Aid, CPR Level C/AED Demonstrated organization and leadership skills Excellent oral and written communication skills

Applications will be accepted until November 30th at 11:59 PM. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From $44.79 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person