Rhylie Balkwill Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Supervise pool for members attending recreational swimming sessions, swim team practices, adult swim practices, and swim meets of 200+ patrons (including summer camps and parties consisting of 20-30 young children) during 30+ degree weather and responded to aquatic and medical emergencies on the property. Evacuated pool of all patrons as necessary in the case of weather-related risks, such as heavy rain, thunder, and lightning and managed patron concerns and complaints. Delivered swimming lessons to children ages 5-18 years. Delivered lifesaving curriculum (Bronze Star, Bronze Cross, Bronze Medallion) to candidates according to Lifesaving Society curriculum.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Supervised public swim sessions with over 150 pool patrons a day (frequently including summer camps for young children with 20-30 participants) during 30+ degree weather and responded to aquatic and medical emergencies on the property. Monitored pool chemistry and adjusted accordingly through changing chemical pump settings, performing backwashes, and directly adding pool chemicals while following appropriate PPE and safety protocol. Evacuated pool of all patrons as necessary in the case of weather-related risks, such as heavy rain, thunder, and lightning and managed patron concerns and complaints. Set-up and took-down lanes, ropes, and gear multiple times a day to accommodate public lane swimming, public swim, Masters swim sessions, youth swim lessons, swim clubs, triathlon clubs, etc. Delivered lifesaving curriculum (Bronze Star, Bronze Cross, Bronze Medallion) to candidates according to Lifesaving Society curriculum.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Coordinated daily activities for 30+ campers, aged 5-12 years of age. Supervised the safety of campers during field trips to various attractions across the city (pools, parks, etc.). Acted as water safety officer during time spent at the lake or at public aquatic facilities. Executed the Arbour Lake "Swim Test" for eligible campers each week to assess swimming ability and assign lifejackets

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Maintained constant surveillance of over 200+ people at any given time at indoor pool facility. Administered first aid, CPR, and AED resuscitation in response to first aid emergencies, drowning occurrences, and miscellaneous incidents. Conducted pool water sample collection and chemical testing in accordance with WHIMIS guidelines upon detection of test abnormalities to ensure sanitary water conditions.

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Planned, organized, and executed lifesaving lesson plans for 2-8 hour long lesson sessions, according to proper Lifesaving Society BC curriculum and protocol in order to ensure effective instruction and ample opportunity for practice. Delivered hands-on and classroom-based curriculum to candidates 13-99 years of age for a comprehensive learning experience. Assured the safety and well-being of 5-12 candidates during simulations and classroom activities through constant surveillance of the learning space.

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Designed and executed weekly lesson plans for 10+ classes a week in accordance with Red Cross Swim Safety guidelines and I Can Swim protocol; prioritized student skill level and effective skill progressions in lesson plan design to assure a safe and constructive experience. Ensured constant surveillance of 10-20 participants during drills and games for the prevention of drowning and/or traumatic aquatic experiences.

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Coordinated and supervised daily operations of the aquatic facility with regards to public patrons (500+ patrons per day), pool bookings, and swimming lessons (15+ swimming lessons running synchronously, each with 12+ students) to ensure an enjoyable experience for employees, partners, and customers. Oversaw the addition of pH-balancing chemicals to pools and hot tubs, according to WHIMIS guidelines, in response to abnormalities in sample testing to ensure safe, sanitary, and hygienic conditions for all patrons of the facility. Initiated and executed the Aquatic Emergency Action Plan: delegated relevant evacuation tasks to staff, promoted composure and organization during communication with public patrons, and maintained informative communication with program directors to instigate an effective emergency response.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Supervised 200+ people at indoor multi-pool facility to ensure fast first aid response. Guarded a combination of casual, recreational swimming (public swims, adult swim, etc.), swim team practices, as well as high-level sporting competitions (swimming, diving, etc.).

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Ensured the safety and wellbeing of 5-12 candidates during lifesaving simulations and classroom activities through constant surveillance of the instructional space. Supervised public swim hours for club patrons and responded to medical emergencies throughout the Winter Club complex (including 2 gymnasiums and 4 ice rinks).

Medical Laboratory Science, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science, allowing for certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and registration with the Canadian.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Cell/Cellular And Molecular Biology

Degree Emphasis in Microbiology