First Aid and CPR Instructor

Company: American Red Cross
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: November 18, 2024

Job Description:

By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?

Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!

Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!

We are currently seeking a First Aid and CPR Instructor serving the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. This is a Full-Time position working a variable schedule.

Coverage area of primarily Grand Rapids and traveling to Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor on a regular basis.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW :

Responsible to deliver corporate classes to community groups at corporate facilities and/or at community or corporate sites. Responsible to provide high quality instruction per program guidelines, provide the necessary information/reports in a timely manner and properly maintain equipment in their possession.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

The mission of the American Red Cross is to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. We help increase the preparedness of our communities by offering courses in First Aid, CPR/AED, Babysitter's Training, Lifeguard Training, Certified Nurse Aid Training, and other certification courses. American Red Cross Training Services instructors are an elite group of professionals who teach valuable lifesaving skills to 12 million people each year in businesses, schools, and communities.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD :

• Instruction: Teaches Red Cross Training Services instructors within their current certifications to businesses and to the community. Must arrive to teaching site a minimum 30 minutes before class is to begin.
  • Supply Chain/Logistics : Responsible for maintaining, managing, and storing all assigned equipment, including storage at assigned work location and transporting equipment in personal vehicle. Responsible for re-ordering all necessary equipment at least once per month and maintaining and managing an active inventory of supplies at all times. Instructors are responsible for transporting, loading/unloading, carrying and/or lifting equipment as necessary at assigned teaching locations. At conclusion of class, is responsible for the cleaning equipment according to established decontamination guidelines and reporting any maintenance issues to the appropriate logistics staff member.
    • Quality Assurance: Responsible for applying quality assurance and control programs. Integrates quality improvement activities and measures in overall service provision. Ensures that the proper safety measures are in place to protect customers and staff who participate in the training activities.
      • Resource Management: Responsible for efficient and effective use of resources. Adheres to the financial and registration policy regarding unregistered students in Community classes.
        • Communications/Reporting: Engages in regular communications with Training Specialist regarding course updates and latest changes to products/services. Actively submits unavailability requests, as necessary, in Skedulo when not available to be assigned to classes. Submits training activity and other course related records according to standard timelines. Where applicable, training and course-related records must be submitted electronically using the American Red Cross web-based learning center. The instructor is required to use the corporate email account issued to him/her upon hire, for all American Red Cross related correspondence.
          
          Standard Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday .
          
          Pay Information: The salary for this position is starting at $20.00 an hour Note: that the American Red Cross sets salary ranges aligned to a specific geographic location in which the work is performed. The stated salary range in this posting is an average. The specific salary information will be shared at the time of phone screening based upon your location and qualifications.
          
          Premium Pay and Shift Differentials paid evenings and weekend.
          
          WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
          
          • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Current certification to be an instructor in discipline is desired. Additional training and certification will be provided to qualified candidate after hire through American Red Cross courses. Once certified, the instructor must maintain current basic and instructor level certifications for the courses they have been hired to teach.
          • Experience: Previous experience in education, adult training or service industry preferred. Basic computer and email skills and demonstrated ability to utilize MS Office programs
          • Comfort and experience in using audio-visual technology (computer/LCD, PowerPoint, etc.) for educational delivery.
          • Skills and Abilities : Must have strong presentation abilities and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate course material in a clear and understandable manner. Customer service orientation. Ability to teach effectively in an adult learning environment.
          • Other: Flexible schedule required during the day, evening, or weekends.
          • Travel: Ability to travel regionally 100%
            
            WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: A background in safety education, corporate training, presentation skills, customer service skills, passion for service, ability to work independently, tech savvy, ability to work with diverse communities, Bi-Lingual English/Spanish a plus
            
            BENEFITS FOR YOU:
            We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.
            
            --- Medical, Dental Vision plans
            
            --- Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
            
            --- PTO + Holidays
            
            --- 401K with 5% match
            
            --- Paid Family Leave
            
            --- Employee Assistance
            
            --- Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
            
            --- Service Awards and recognition
            
            Please note: If you are contract personnel or an independent consultant to the American Red Cross, you must access our job opportunities through the External Career Center .
            
            You must be in your current position for a minimum of 6 months to be eligible to apply for other internal positions.
            
            The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
            
            Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
            
            The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
            
            Interested in Volunteering?
            
            Life's emergencies don't stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.
            
            Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
            
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