Lifeguard & Swim Instructor - Part-Time with Flexible Shifts

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Gym Membership and/or Y@Home

Training and Professional Development

Be part of a charitable organization

Job summary

YMCA BC in Vancouver, BC seeks a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor for a part-time, permanent role. You will guard and teach swimming, build relationships with members, and support program development. Flexible shifts include weekdays, evenings, and weekends; start as soon as possible. 4–24 hours weekly at $23.59/hr. Benefits vary by region.

Join a charitable organization dedicated to healthy, inclusive communities and ongoing professional development opportunities at YMCA BC.

Qualifications

• Current Standard First Aid certificate (valid within 3 years).
• CPR level C and AED certificate (valid within 1 year).
• National Lifeguard - Pool Option requirement.

Responsibilities

• Guard and teach swimming lessons in a positive and professional manner.
• Build meaningful relationships through daily interaction with YMCA members, visitors, and colleagues.
• Promote philanthropy through the YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign.
• Develop lesson plans for various programs and administer progressive evaluations for participants.
• Ensure program design, layout, and offerings meet participant needs at various levels.
• Lead program delivery while ensuring contents meet criteria and outline.
• Perform general administrative duties and record keeping responsibilities.
• Maintain safety by following YMCA standards and procedures across facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Safety consciousness

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

National Lifeguard - Pool Option

First Aid Certificate (Standard)

CPR Level C & AED

Job description

YMCA BC in Vancouver, BC seeks a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor for a part-time, permanent role. You will guard and teach swimming, build relationships with members, and support program development. Flexible shifts include weekdays, evenings, and weekends; start as soon as possible. 4–24 hours weekly at $23.59/hr. Benefits vary by region.

Join a charitable organization dedicated to healthy, inclusive communities and ongoing professional development opportunities at YMCA BC.