Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Position Title: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Location: YMCA of Southeastern Alberta
Reports To: HFA Program Manager
Pay Grid: $16.00-$19.00.
Department: Health Fitness and Aquatics
Our Culture:
YMCA of Southeastern Alberta strives to integrate our commitment to diversity and social inclusion in all that we do. We believe that strong leadership is created through the sharing of diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek candidates who embody these principles and who reflect the many dimensions of the communities we serve. We are a charitable organization that provides health and fitness opportunities, employment services, licensed childcare, and various community programs in Medicine Hat, Redcliff, and Brooks. When you work at the YMCA, you’ll play an important part in building strong, thriving communities while positively impacting people’s lives. Join our team at the Y, a place where everyone belongs — including you!
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day, demonstrating our values in action.
We do the right thing.
We are caring, respectful, honest, and responsible in all that we do.
We put people first.
We believe in each other – honouring our strengths, diversity, perspectives, and passions.
We keep our promises.
We do what we say we will do.
We lead by example.
We are courageous, speaking with conviction and always willing to listen and collaborate.
What qualifications are we looking for?
At the YMCA of Southeastern Alberta, we strive to ensure our employees are a good fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.
The successful candidate will have the following:
Education/Certifications/Credentials/Professional Registration
Aquatics Certifications (National Lifeguard Service (NLS), YMCA Swim Instructor, Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Aquatic Emergency Care)
Standard First Aid, CPR-Level C, and WHIMIS Certification
Evidence of a clear Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search if applicable), within the last six months
Must have a valid driver’s license with a class 07 automobile insurance coverage business use (or pleasure with occasional business use) and a minimum of $2,000,000 in liability coverage.
Knowledge & Skills
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to act professionally in all situations, representing the YMCA according to its core values.
Able to deal with difficult situations and complaints with confidence.
Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
Evidence of a clear Police Record Search (with Vulnerable Sector Check only if working with children), within the last six months
Cover letter and resume
What does this role look like at the YMCA of Southeastern Alberta?
This position reports to the Aquatics Supervisor and will provide high quality aquatic services that meet the needs of the YMCA members and community.
The responsibilities and duties of this role will include but is not limited to:
Customer Service
Be committed to exceptional customer service and member engagement.
Have positive interactions with members throughout the building; never just walk by a member.
Identify and create opportunities to enhance each and every person’s YMCA experience.
Deliver high quality supervision at all times while on guard duty, guard from appropriate location and follow guard to bather ratio. Correct unsafe techniques and ensure safe and effective use of equipment by participants.
Are knowledgeable of YMCA programs and services.
YMCA Values
Demonstrate and promote a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA and its programs and services.
Demonstrates appropriate behaviors in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association.
Teamwork
Work effectively within the Health Fitness and Aquatics team, contributing to its overall success by:
Promoting the YMCA’s annual Strong Kids Campaign
Promoting and/or attending YMCA events
Contributing to a positive and healthy workplace culture
Other duties to assist the team, as assigned.
Coverage for Special Events as required.
Work Seasonal Day Camps throughout the year.
Work in a team environment to achieve optimal collective results.
Develop and maintain smooth cooperative working relations with all staff and volunteers.
SAM Standards
Ensure all department areas conform and meet YMCA SAM 2.1 standards and expectations.
Keep pool area clean and organized.
Complete daily cleaning tasks and checklists
General cleaning as required around the facility.
Interpersonal/Communication Skills
Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, managers, and the senior Submit any comments/complaints to the appropriate staff for follow-up.
Be accessible and available to respond to concerns/issues as required.
Communicate a large quantity of information clearly and concisely in person and over the telephone by understanding the organizational structure of the YMCA Medicine Hat
Quality of Work
Candidates must be able to workdays, evenings and weekends.
Always providing a safe and positive environment where children/youth/adults can learn, develop skills, and make new friends.
Complete administrative tasks, update class rosters, lesson plans, check equipment, clean equipment, update records and perform light maintenance tasks when not guarding or instructing.
When instructing, develop lesson plans for assigned classes and provide quality instruction in aquatic class(es) agreed upon.
Attend all scheduled in-services, staff training, and YMCA staff meetings.
Compliance with Legislation and YMCA Policies and Procedures
Follow all YMCA policies and procedures.
Ensure all necessary health and safety procedures are adhered to (preventative check of toys/equipment, fire safety, emergency and accident procedures, cleaning practices, etc.)
Promote prevention of accidents and incidents through rule enforcement and good maintenance practices. Follow Provincial and Local Public Health regulations at all times and monitor and reinforce Aquatics Safety Standards.
Respond to all incidents and accidents that may occur in the aquatic or surrounding area.
Perform all scheduled water tests.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work in loud noisy environment
May be going from standing to seating positions, from standing to kneeling positions, from kneeling to standing positions, from seating to standing positions for most of the working day, there will be walking throughout the day.
Walking up and down stairs
May lift or move items up to 50 lbs. including children.
Working on a computer screen, computer keyboard and mouse
May be exposed to children or adults who may not be vaccinated.
May be exposed to verbal/physical abuse from external and internal clients.
Please Apply:
With a cover letter, resume, and 3 references (email addresses and phone numbers) who can attest to your character and previous work and/or volunteer performance.
Please send application packages to:
Danielle Sonnie, Program Manager
YMCA of Southeastern Alberta
525 2nd Street SE
danielle.sonnie@medicinehatymca.ca
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00-$19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 34 per week
Benefits:
Company events
Employee assistance program
On-site gym
On-site parking
Store discount
Wellness program
Work Location: In person