Champion Junior Lifesaver Development Day
Overview
The Champion Junior Lifesaver Development Day is a reward and recognition day for youth members that have gone above and beyond within their respected clubs. It is an opportunity to come together with like-minded members to build on SRC skills, participate in development workshops and take an in depth look into the different services and pathways through Life Saving Victoria.
Members nominated for the day will be in the running for the Mike Martin Champion Junior Lifesaver award, to recognise and celebrate the achievements and commitment of our youth members to their club and lifesaving movement.
The Development Day will be facilitated by a team of experienced and skilled LSV volunteer leaders.
Saturday, 12 February 2022
Life Saving Victoria
200 The Boulevard, Port Melbourne 3207
Program Objectives
Recognise and showcase the valuable contribution youth members provide to the lifesaving movement
Encourage a culture of responsible and positive youth members that are seen as role models amongst their peers
Provide an opportunity to build on the development of fundamental lifesaving skills through scenario-based training
Provide members with confidence and support that will assist them as they transition to the next phase of their lifesaving journey
Nomination Criteria
All clubs are encouraged to nominate a female and male candidate to represent their club. Nominees must be 13 or 14 years of age at the time of the program and typically are members who go above and beyond in your club.
Nominees are to be chosen with consideration to the following areas:
Hold current SRC award. Note: Members that hold their bronze medallion are ineligible to be nominated.
Provide valuable contribution to their club’s activities
Lifesaving knowledge
Are seen as a role model and future leader amongst their peers
Mike Martin Champion Junior Lifesaver Award
The Mike Martin Champion Junior Lifesaver Award forms part of LSV’s member recognition awards and celebrates the achievements and commitment of our youth members.
The overarching aim of this award is to showcase the important contribution of our youth members to lifesaving as well as encourage the development of strong, confident and committed youth members who will become the leaders of the lifesaving movement long into the future.
The winner of the award will be announced at the end of the Development Day at the end of day ceremony. They then will be invited to attend the 2022 LSV Awards of Excellence where they will be formally acknowledged and receive the Mike Martin, Champion Junior Lifesaver Award.
Award Selection Process:
The 2022 Mike Martin Champion Junior Lifesaver Award, will be selected on the following criteria:
- Nominees’ application to the Champion Junior Lifesaver Development Day
- Endorsement support letter provided by the club
- Online interview conducted prior to the day (outline of questions will be provided)
- On-day participation; demonstration of leadership and teamwork attributes as well as lifesaving knowledge and skills
Cost
$40 per participant (inc GST). LSV will invoice clubs for the cost of the Development Day. It is up to each club and participant to agree on how much each party will contribute.
Application Process
Nominees are required to complete the following to apply:
- Complete an online application, which includes answering short questions regarding club and lifesaving involvement and future aspirations. These answers must be completed by the nominee and not the parent/guardians
- Provide a letter or email of endorsement from a club committee member to support the nominees application
Applications close Sunday 16 January.
For more information on this program please contact the Membership & Leadership Development Department on 03 9676 6945 or email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au.
Youth Involvement Program (YIPs)
Retention of members aged 14-18 years in lifesaving seems to be a difficult task for Life Saving Clubs across Victoria. The Youth Involvement Program (YIP’s) aims to overcome this retention issue and helps develop and engage our young members.
YIP’s was originally designed by the Anglesea Surf Lifesaving Club in 2002. After great success the program has been adopted by Life Saving Victoria and many other clubs across Australia.
Over the past season we have seen hundreds of Victoria’s youth start their involvement in YIPs. In simple terms the YIPs program will reward you for all the good work you do at your club. You can get points for patrols, water safety, organising club functions, mentoring, training and assessing just to name a few areas.
Once enrolled, participants can make their way through the bronze, silver and gold levels of the program. Each level requires the participants to achieve a basic number of points and then they will be rewarded with achieving the level. Participants will be rewarded for their involvement in the following activities:
Patrolling
Competition
Club Activities or Fundraisers
Coaching & Officiating
Mentoring & Assisting with Junior Programs
Other activities associated with your club can be used to gather points. The programs flexibility allows for YIPs Coordinators to create points opportunities to all involved specific to their strengths and skills.
You Tube
The following clip highlights all the great things about YIP’s, the benefits of being involved and how easy it is to implement at your own Club. Watch the following clip to hear what other Clubs and Participants have to say about this fantastic youth program:
YIPs Handbook
The YIP’s Handbook outlines all of the program requirements and will assist clubs in setting up YIP’s for their members.
This guide outlines:
A step by step process of setting up YIP’s
Requirements for running the program
Job descriptions for program Mentors
Examples of letters, articles and other promotional materials
Registration and ordering forms
YIPs Resources
Click here to go to YIPs Resources.
18-25 Mentor Program
Overview
The aim of the 18 – 25 year old Mentor Program is to develop young leaders to face the challenges of current and future leadership roles with the support of a Mentor and an enhanced lifesaving network, whilst also providing a platform to enhance their leadership credentials, build on their current skill set and motivate them to reach their leadership goals.
The Mentor Program will entail a six-month formal partnership between the Mentor and Mentee. Mentors will guide and support their Mentee’s through agreed goals, throughout the 2021/22 season.
Objectives of the 18 – 25 Mentor Program
Develop young leaders to face the challenges of current and future leadership roles, both within their lifesaving and in their personal lives
Build on current leaders skill sets and motivate to reach leadership goals for both mentees and mentors
Engage experienced volunteer member leadership expertise and sharing of knowledge
Provide networking opportunities
Program Outline
The Mentor program will comprise of five development workshops and a minimum of five Mentor sessions. The program will include structured development workshops delivered by leaders from within the lifesaving community.
It is expected that all mentees and mentors attend all development sessions and have ongoing communication throughout the program. The mentor program will officially conclude along with the last professional development session.
LSV will be responsible for matching mentors with mentees. A mentor agreement will be signed by both parties at the commencement of the program.
Application Process:
Mentees can find out more information and apply online here
All applicants will go through a brief phone interview (at an agreed time), to review program goals and engagement, prior to being accepted into the program. A club endorsement should be submitted with the online application.
Mentors can find out more information and apply online here
Applications close Sunday, 12 September 2021 with program commencing on Saturday, 9 October 2021.
Building Leaders Scholarship
Youth volunteers are central to the growth of aquatic education and training and provide LSV with a unique opportunity to assume a genuine leadership role in the community. Life Saving Victoria (LSV) acknowledges the importance and impact of the youth demographic on the success of the organisation and is therefore committed to their continuous personal development.
The Building Leaders Scholarship has the ability to engage and empower youth demographic by providing meaningful leadership development, specialised training and the opportunity to access advanced skills and knowledge under the guidance of mentors from lifesaving, business and the community.
The Building Leaders Scholarship will attract, motivate and retain youth volunteers from LSV and other community organisations over a six month period. Scholars will benefit from exposure to international lifesaving practices and training, unique cultural experiences, knowledge building and opportunities to utilise and further develop skills learnt during the program.
SCHOLAR INFORMATION
What’s in it for me?
The Building Leaders Scholarship is a unique and innovative professional development program, challenging and empowering participants as they move through their Leadership Pathway. This program will provide you with opportunities to excel both personally and professionally through meaningful workshops, advanced leadership development and specialised training.
Core leadership competencies will be established under the guidance of experts from lifesaving, business and the community; exposing you to state wide professional and lifesaving networks to assist in identifying individual leadership pathways.
In 2020, the Building Leaders Scholarship program will again entail a ten day (approx) delivery program in Sri Lanka. During the trip scholars will provide lifesaving training to a range of participants whilst gainin exposure to international lifesaving practices and training, as well as unique and real cultural experiences.
Life Saving Victoria is dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders and believes that you (18-25 year old) hold the key to the growth of aquatic education and training.
Building Leaders Scholarship benefits include:
Professional and personal development
Cross cultural awareness training
Time management/goal setting skills
Advanced leadership development
Advanced Facilitator/Presenter Training
Lifesaving knowledge building, including exposure to inland waterways
Media training and spokesperson skills
Access to new pathways
Exposure to remote Sri Lankan communities
Opportunity to expand networks
Work with highly experienced mentors and professionals
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Who Can Apply? Scholar applicants should be:
Active Victorian member of Life Saving Victoria aged between 18-25 years
Hold prerequisite awards
Committed to full participation in the program, including the overseas trip
Able to work independently, or as part of a team
Able to demonstrate innovative thinking and take a proactive approach
Skilled in communication and have highly developed interpersonal skills
Driven to take up a leadership position within lifesaving and/or the wider community
Prerequisites:
Mandatory Prerequisites – applicants must hold all the following prerequisites
Bronze Medallion, First Aid (HLTAID003) including current CPR (HLTAID001), Silver Medallion Beach Management and Current Working with Children Check
Mandatory Prerequisites – applicants must hold one or more of the following prerequisites
Inland Waterways Lifesaving Certificate (IWLSC), Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Driver, Rescue Watercraft (RWC), LSV Comms Operator Experience
Desirable Prerequisites – One of more of the following would be advantageous but not mandatory
Club Captain, Chief Instructor, Patrol Captain, Training Officer Certificate (TOC), Participation at Advanced Life Saving Camp, Pool Lifeguard, Beach Lifeguard, Austswim or equivalent – Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
How much will it cost me?
The total cost of your participation in this program is $1200.00 (inc. GST) per scholar; inclusive of the trip to Sri Lanka. The Scholarship will cover all leadership and technical training workshops, meals throughout the workshops and resources; plus economy airfares, travel insurance, visas, hotel accommodation and meals for each participant in Sri Lanka.
LSV will invoice each successful scholar $1200.00 (incl. GST). It is up to each scholar as to whether they seek sponsorship from their club or an alternative community organisations.
Time Commitment:
The Scholarship program will consist of 5 double weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and two single weekend sessions which will take place from June to December, with the 10 day (approx.) overseas trip occurring in November. The program concludes with a single weekend day of workshops in December. Successful scholars will be expected to attend and participate in all program components and sessions.
I’m Interested! – How do I apply?
Applications are now closed.
Video
LSV Building Leaders Scholarship 2017 Program
For more information on this year’s Scholarship please email membershipandleadership@lsv.com.au or phone 03 9676 6945.
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