WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work with a purpose every day in an inclusive, healthy, respectful and rewarding work environment.

Fitness, sports, recreation and health promotion programs are delivered by PSP on Bases, Wings and Units across Canada and in deployed operations. PSP delivers evidence-based programs, which contribute to the health and well-being of the military community and operational effectiveness of the CAF.

THE ROLE

Where fitness matters!

Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.

As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as a Fitness and Sports Instructor, you will have the opportunity to lead Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs for a very highly motivated and professional clientele. Daily, you will develop, deliver and assess Tactical programs based on established employment standards to ensure the members of the Canadian Armed Forces can safely and effectively perform their duties in operations.

Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services that are grounded in cutting edge scientific research and supported by state-of-the-art technology

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor's degree in physical education, exercise physiology, exercise science, or a related field AND some years of experience in physical fitness evaluation and prescription or in a related field

College diploma or certificate in physical education, exercise science,



or a related field AND some several years of experience in physical fitness evaluations and prescription, or in a related field

OR An acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience will also be considered

AND

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

Successful completion of Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness & Sports level 1&2

A valid driver's licence

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership

EXPERIANCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Experience In fitness, sports & recreation facilities or similar environments In preparing and conducting physical training sessions In instructing health and physical fitness training modules In applying policies, procedures, and regulations in coaching sports in assembling, inspecting, maintaining & repairing fitness, sports & recreation equipment & facilities.

in using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and interner browsing.

Responsibilities

Instruct physical training sessions for apparently healthy populations

Conduct physical evaluations

Instruct practical and theoretical physical education seminars and lessons.

Develop and provide personal and remedial training for apparently healthy population

Deliver group fitness training sessions for populations with medical conditions, functional limitations or disabilities as prescribed and/or reviewed and approved in writing by a reconditioning staff.

Assist with the preparation and dissemination of promotional physical fitness materials





Assist with administrative duties for fitness and evaluation programs.

Inspect physical fitness equipment and initiate corrective action.

Maintain a level of physical fitness according to established direction.

Assist with ordering equipment and maintaining inventory control.

Ensure maintenance of the facilities, sports fields, machinery, and equipment are completed

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Perks: 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: 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 CFAppreciation.

OTHER INFORMATION

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg).

Successful completion of the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness & Sports Level 1 & 2 Courses by the end of probation.

This is an on-site position. Remote work may be required depending on health and safety considerations.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential, Bilingual an asset

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

Temporary term - March 13, 2023 - September 30, 2023

START DATE

13 Mar '23

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS 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.

📌 Fitness, Sports and Facilities Assistant (Ontario)
🏢 CFMWS
📍 Ontario