Instructor Lifeguard, Aquatics

Ymcanab; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit as an Aquatics Instructor Lifeguard at the YMCA of Northern Alberta. You will create a welcoming atmosphere while supervising aquatics programs and ensuring safety standards are met. This role not only supports community health but also offers opportunities for personal growth and development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• Ability to maintain certification-level currency.
• Must obtain employer-specific training within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Supervises pool area and maintains safety.
• Instructs swimming lessons with prepared lesson plans.
• Maintains accurate records like attendance and progress.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Relationship Building

Safety Awareness

Communication

Education

Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C certification

Lifesaving National Lifeguard (NL)

YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI)

Job description

Castle Downs Family YMCA
11510 153 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5X6A3, CAN

Castle Downs Family YMCA
11510 153 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5X6A3, CAN

William Lutsky Family
1975 111 Street
Edmonton, AB T6J7C6, CAN

William Lutsky Family
1975 111 Street
Edmonton, AB T6J7C6, CAN

Be the Spark that ignites the potential in people! At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.

When people feel connected and supported, communities become stronger, more resilient, and full of life. That’s the impact of people-powered change. Together, we create welcoming spaces where everyone is valued, differences are celebrated, and possibilities are endless. Be the spark. Shine bright. Help others shine too.

About the Role:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Aquatics Instructor Lifeguard at YMCA of Northern Alberta creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while providing effective supervision and risk management to the overall delivery of all aquatics programs and services in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Lifeguard

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area and is not distracted while guarding.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Receives regular feedback by on deck coaching, behavior audits, SEE audits, YMCA Aquatics Service that Shines audits and applies feedback to improve individual and team performance.
• Aware of all emergency procedures, pool standards and best practices; responds to situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports or recommendations as required.
• Ensures YMCA Aquatics Service that Shines standards are consistently met or exceeded and supports the Head Guard in responding to service issues with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Is a vigilant on-deck lifeguard – Role models and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines in the aquatics area.
• Performs aquatics facilities, and all equipment checks (emergency, safety, program), on a regular basis ensuring standards are met and resolving deficiencies and issues.
• Uses off deck time efficiently to maintain cleanliness and safety of the aquatics area. Records completed tasks on the proper form.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the Alberta health code. Specifically, but not limited to daily water tests, pool attendance tracking and maintenance sheets.
• Ensures aquatics facility is safe by checking the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Assists in the on-boarding and training of new staff.
• Supports the department, branch and association in implementing and achieving goals.

Instructor

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA Aquatics Service that Shines Standards, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
• Receives regular feedback during swimming lessons gracefully and applies feedback immediately to help improve program quality in swimming lessons. Feedback provided by but is not limited to in-water coaching, audits and team huddles.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures, pool standards and best practices; responds to situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports or recommendations as required.
• Ensures YMCA Aquatics Service that Shines standards are consistently met or exceeded and supports the Team Lead/Aquatics Operations Coordinator in responding to service issues with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Is an active in-water swim instructor – Role models and consistently applies safety rules, policies, guidelines, in the aquatics area.
• Puts out and puts away class equipment in an organized manner. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class volunteers as assigned.
• Supports in training and on-boarding of new staff as needed.
• Supports the department, branch and association in implementing and achieving goals.

Qualifications:

Lifeguard

• Minimum 16 years of age (16-17 years under supervision of 18+year old lifeguard).
• Certifications: Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C, Lifesaving National Lifeguard (NL)
• Obtain Oxygen Administration (O2) with 6 months of hire date.
• Must obtain Lifesaving Swim Instructor (LSI) or YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI) certification within first year of hire date.
• Holds one of YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI) or Lifesaving Swim Instructor (SI) or Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) is an asset.
• Aquatics Emergency Care (AEC) and National Coaching certification (NCCP) are an asset.
• Able to obtain a Police Information Check with Vulnerable sector check
• Must obtain employer specific WHMIS and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
• Ability to maintain certification-level currency without expiry, as well as physical and mental readiness.

Instructor

• Minimum 16 years of age (16-17 years under supervision of 18+year old lifeguard).
• Certifications: Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C, Bronze Cross, YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI) and/or Lifesaving Instructor (LSI)
• Obtain Oxygen Administration (O2) with 6 months of hire date.
• Must obtain National Lifeguard (NL) within first year of hire date
• Aquatics Emergency Care (AEC) and National Coaching certification (NCCP) are an asset.
• Able to obtain a Police Information Check with Vulnerable sector check
• Must obtain employer specific WHMIS and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
• Ability to maintain certification-level currency without expiry, as well as physical and mental readiness.

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Northern Alberta is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work and volunteer. We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 100 years of providing opportunities for people to shine! Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong. Diverse teams unleash new ideas, and employees thrive in a culture that recognizes and appreciates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of others. Through our differences in how we think and act we can form innovative and effective teams and deliver organizational success.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about an opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection,job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Prior to your first day and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.