Mick Mernick
St. Catharines,ON
Summary
I am interested in working as a lifeguard/swimming lessons instructor for the Eleanor Misener Aquatics Center. I have all the necessary credentials, and I have over two years of experience lifeguarding and teaching swimming lessons while working for the YMCA in Toronto. I believe I have all the characteristics that would help me succeed as a lifeguard, such as familiarity with working in a team environment and positivity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Group Coordinator
Cooper Koo Family YMCA
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Enhanced youth engagement by developing and implementing interactive programs and activities.
- Implemented creative strategies to motivate youths to participate in community service projects and social activism efforts.
- Organized successful fundraising campaigns that generated funds needed for various group activities and initiatives.
- Developed strong rapport with parents and guardians, ensuring clear communication about group objectives and expectations.
- Conducted regular evaluations of programs'' effectiveness, using feedback from participants to make necessary improvements.
- Established a safe and nurturing environment for open dialogue among youths, fostering personal growth and development.
Construction Laborer
Inglewood Restorations
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized work environment throughout the construction process.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor
Cooper Koo Family YMCA
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Collegiate Institute
Toronto, ON06-2024
Skills
- First aid
- Patience and empathy
- Physical fitness
- Team collaboration
- CPR and AED training
- Lifeguard certification
- Swimming lessons
- Patron support
- Lifeguard operations
- Group and individual instruction
Accomplishments
- Improved customer satisfaction by resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Pitch in to assist team members during times of unexpected high volume to optimize efficiency.
- Successfully led swim training classes for participants of various ages.
- Recognized by management for effectively engaging with younger students.
Languages
Certification
Bronze Medallion
Bronze Cross
First-Aid and CPR Certification
National Lifeguard Certification (NLS)
Swim Instructor Certification
Timeline
Lifeguard/Swimming Instructor
Cooper Koo Family YMCA
12.2022 - 08.2024
Construction Laborer
Inglewood Restorations
07.2022 - 07.2023
Youth Group Coordinator
Cooper Koo Family YMCA
07.2021 - 09.2022
Bronze Medallion
Bronze Cross
First-Aid and CPR Certification
National Lifeguard Certification (NLS)
Swim Instructor Certification
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Collegiate Institute
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