Join the DSH family and help build confident leaders! DSH builds leaders through experienced and personalized teaching styles that engage children and youth. At DSH we specialize in making sure safety, comfort, and personal touch is given to everyone who comes to our facilities. DSH – Is a home and a welcoming place for everyone.

Davina’s Swim House is seeking an energetic, motivated, self-starting Red Cross Youth Leader to teach Red Cross Stay Safe and Red Cross Babysitting courses on a freelance basis (weekends, PA Days, and/or school breaks) within our growing swim school.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Teach and facilitate interactive Red Cross programs like Stay Safe! and Babysitting to youth aged 8–15.
- Use interactive, learner-centered teaching methods to build safety awareness, confidence, and emergency preparedness.
- Oversee group dynamics, adapt activities for different skill levels or special needs, and maintain a protected learning environment.
- Complete administrative duties promptly (i.e. attendance, record progress, or any required course documentation)
- Maintain clear communication with parents, guardians, and host organizations and DSH
- Report all concerns regarding the facility or candidate progress and incidents to the immediate supervisor for follow-up.
- Set up and take down any required equipment such as CPR manikins, course manuals and handouts,



and additional equipment provided for babysitting such as: dolls, blankets, diapers, bottles, etc. Report immediately any equipment that is broken or requires replacing

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum 18 years old
- Hold a valid Red Cross Youth Leader certificate
- Hold a valid Intermediate/Standard First Aid with CPR-C & AED
- Previous experience teaching Red Cross Youth Courses including Stay Safe and Babysitting
- Acceptable Police Check for Vulnerable Sector

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

- Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting the personal growth and development of children and youth.
- Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear, and timely manner to support information sharing.
- Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others about risk and harm reduction.
- Creativity and Innovation: Develop new ways or adapt existing ideas to help achieve the desired result.
- Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, both internally and externally, to build enthusiasm and appreciation to achieve work-related goals.
- In addition to the above competencies the Association Core Competencies are required, Commitment to Organization Vision and Values,
- Diversity, Integrity, Teamwork

📌 Red Cross Youth Leader (North York)
🏢 Davina's Swim House
📍 North York