Program Coordinator Aquatics

YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka; Innisfil; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Innisfil seeks an Aquatics Coordinator to enhance aquatic programs for children, youth, and families. Responsibilities include teaching, coaching, and ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold current lifeguard certifications and have excellent communication skills. Work hours are flexible, including weekends and holidays. Join us to foster joyful, safe, and engaging aquatic experiences in the community by exceeding the expectations of our membership.

Benefits

$22.00/hour

Wellness day

YMCA Health and Fitness membership

Qualifications

• Strong support and commitment to YMCA mission and values.
• Willingness to participate in mandated training.
• Clear Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach YMCA child, youth, and family programs.
• Monitor programs for quality and effectiveness.
• Organize and implement lesson plans and evaluations.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Knowledge of Ontario Public Pool Regulations

Education

Current Standard First Aid/CPR Certification ‘C’

Current National Lifeguard – Pool

Lifesaving instructor certification preferred

Advanced lifesaving instructor/examiner certifications preferred

Job description

Posted Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. | Expires Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:59 a.m.

The opportunity:

Are you ready to dive into an exciting role? As the Aquatics Coordinator, you’ll be at the forefront of creating a safe and exhilarating environment for children, youth, and families. Your mission is to deliver top‑notch, values‑driven programs and services that not only ensure safety but also spark joy and enthusiasm in our community. Join us in making a splash and be part of the energy that drives our aquatic programs to new heights!

In this role, you will:

• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
• Teaching and coaching a variety of YMCA child, youth and family programs, including advanced leadership courses.
• Monitor programs for quality, consistency, retention and overall effectiveness. Ensure all safety, program instruction best practices and procedures are adhered to.
• Organize and implement lesson plans, progress reports and evaluations.
• Flexible work week including days, evenings, weekends and occasional holiday hours.
• Maintain records as needed, including audits, behaviour grids, sign in sheets, program area maintenance items and daily checklists.
• Work alongside Program Manager and Centre Manager to communicate needs of aquatics department to ensure high quality programming.
• Provide administrative support for staff scheduling, training and supervision.
• Maintain current qualifications as required by this position.
• Adhere to all provincial and federal legislation relevant to job description.
• Follow all YMCA standards and best practices, protocols and regulations as defined by the association, the Health Department, and other governing bodies.
• Maintain a high level of retention among qualified, high performing aquatics staff and volunteers through ongoing role modeling, coaching and mentoring.
• Ensure a front line presence during day, evening and weekend hours as required by YMCA programs and services. Interact with members and participants on a regular basis in order to maintain accessibility and foster relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You bring:

• Current Standard First Aid/CPR Certification ‘C’
• Current National Lifeguard – Pool
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of Ontario Public Pool Regulations
• Lifesaving instructor certification preferred
• Advanced lifesaving instructor/examiner certifications preferred
• Clear Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Willingness to participate in mandated training to be completed before or shortly after commencement of work including:
• AODA Training
• Health & Safety Awareness Training
• Bill 168 (Violence & Harassment in the Workplace) Training
• PCI Compliance
• WHMIS
• Child Protection Training

Why work for the Y:

At the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and staff. You will work alongside a supportive team of individuals who are committed to our mission of building healthy communities.

• $22.00/hour
• Wellness day
• YMCA Health and Fitness membership

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career, working with a diverse team where your own ideas will be heard, then the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka is the perfect place for you.

About us:

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity committed to fostering healthy communities by empowering children, youth, and families, promoting well‑being, and encouraging social responsibility.

Our YMCA employs over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serve tens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs such as childcare, camps, health and fitness, leadership development, employment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming. We offer over $1 million in financial assistance annually to ensure accessibility for those who cannot afford to participate.

Beyond facilities and programs, covering Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts, our YMCA is a supportive community that fosters mental, emotional, and physical well‑being. We empower children and youth to become strong, confident, and resilient individuals. We assist individuals and families at all stages of life to connect with what matters most to them, fostering a sense of belonging. By supporting people from diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities to achieve their health goals, fulfill their potential, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, we contribute to the creation of stronger communities.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka successfully raises over $1 million each year through strategic campaigns.

This role is for an existing vacancy that is available or will be available at the time of fulfillment. We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Each step of our recruitment process is human‑led; we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated screening tools. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the People and Culture department at [e-mail] .

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check and employment reference checks. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) – if any – is considered in the decision‑making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Police Records Checks must be renewed every three years.