Casual Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is seeking a Lifeguard for John W. Lindsay YMCA in Dartmouth. This casual, on-site role focuses on safe supervision, emergency response, and contributing to a welcoming aquatic environment for people of all ages.

You will work as part of the aquatics team, maintaining safety standards, completing necessary documentation, and supporting members with a positive, inclusive approach. Training and certifications are required per YMCA guidelines.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years lifeguarding experience and NL certification.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR; ability to respond to emergencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants to ensure a safe environment and comply with regulations and policies.
• Provide water rescue, first aid, and follow-up; complete safety documentation as required.
• Inspect facility public areas to mitigate hazards and maintain participant safety.
• Foster positive relationships with participants, staff, and volunteers through effective communication.

Skills

Lifeguarding experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Bilingual (French/Arabic)

Flexibility

Education

National Lifeguard Certificate (NLS)

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor / Red Cross WSI

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Position Title: Lifeguard

Position Status: Casual

Salary: $16.09 - $18.09 per hour

Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.

The Opportunity

Our Aquatics team plays an important role in ensuring our aquatics department is a safe and inclusive space, that offers excellence in its programming. This position is integral to ensure our core values and mandate are delivered in a meaningful, safe, positive and inclusive way for each member utilizing our pool. This role is casual with shifts scheduled with a minimum of 48 hours notice based on seasonal availability (submitted upon hiring) and includes the possibility of moving to part-time on a seasonal basis.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants at all times and ensure a safe environment in regard to conduct, safety education/intervention, regulatory and policy compliance, and equipment usage
• Recognize and prevent potentially dangerous situations, using approved techniques for supervision of aquatic areas and users, in emergency situations; providing water rescue, first aid, and follow up. Complete any safety documentation and reporting as required
• Conduct routine inspections of facility's public areas to ensure hazards are corrected and mitigated, maintenance issues are addressed, and participant safety is maintained
• Build, foster, and maintain positive working relationships with participants, community members, staff and volunteers through positive internal/external communications, timely response to questions and issue resolution

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-3 years experience lifeguarding
• National Lifeguard Certificate(NLS)
• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, YMCA swim instruction experience are assets
• Demonstrated safety conscious mindset and Standard First Aid/CPR certification
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual in French, Arabic, etc. an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work irregular hours as required

Conditions of Employment

• Clear Child Abuse Register Check
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (must be dated less than 6 months from hire date)
• Completion of YMCA’s Child Safeguarding Orientation on or before first day of employment
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate if required for the role

Please note that background checks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Consideration for employment is based on Child Safeguarding requirements and the nature of the position, and an offense may not eliminate a candidate from employment at the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.