Training Services First Aid and CPR Instructor, Full-time with Benefits

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!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview) :

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.

Provide support, development and / or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

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

We are currently seeking a First Aid and CPR Instructor in Los Angeles. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position working a variable schedule.

This is a fulltime position works Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities) :

Instruction : Teaches Red Cross Health and Safety courses within their current certifications to businesses and to the community.

Confirms course at least 3-5 business days before the scheduled course. 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
• The salary range for this position is $ $ 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.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications) :

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 Health & Safety Service 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 50-75%. Current Driver’s License is require. Access to reliable transportation to training sites.
• Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to use fingers to grasp, move and manipulate small objects.

The employee must use the stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired. The employee is occasionally required to stand;

walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 40 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must have the ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand and understand the speech of another person.

The work environment will consist of moderate noise ( business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic).

The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

DISCLAIMER : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE : Knowledge of Red Cross training

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
30+ days ago