Job Description

Salary Rate: $65,000 - Check out the YMCA's total compensation package!





Location: Central YMCA HF




Work Hours: 37.5 hours weekly




Employment Type: Regular FT Salaried




Number of Vacancies: 1




Anticipated Start Date: April 16, 2025




Deadline to Apply: April 4, 2025 At 5PM

Be the Spark!

Join our passionate Aquatics team and help us to achieve great things in our community!



Reporting to the Program Senior Director, the Aquatics & Family Programs Director assumes responsibility for the daily operation of the pool including giving leadership to program excellence, assist in ensuring that the building and staff adhere to health and safety protocols, and that the Aquatics Staff Team are meeting YMCA of Greater Toronto regulations, National YMCA standards, Provincial (health regulation) Standards and SAM expectations with the goal of achieving 100% compliance. Director of Aquatic & Family programs also oversees and gives leadership to Children and Youth programs ensuring quality and variety of choices for families.

In this role, you will:

Develops, promotes, plans and implements all aquatics programs offered by the HFR facility. Develops and monitors departmental budget and maintains accountability, responsibility and control for the departmental fiscal goals; purchase equipment (safety, swim lessons, aquafit), uniforms, first aid supplies and aquatic lessons supplies Supervises Aquatics staff including recruitment and selection, scheduling work, acknowledging contributions; performance management including discipline; provides guidance to volunteers Conducts internal audits and ensures staff team and department are in compliance with regards to Qualifications (duty officers, lifeguards and Aquatic Specialist), Trainings, Safety and Emergency Procedures, Operational Procedures, Lifeguard Stations and Rotations, Uniforms and Equipment, Administration, SAM - "YMCA Priority: S.A.M. Self-Appraisal Checklist, Quality of Service in Member Contact Area" for pool, Role modeling - SAM excellence, Mission, Vision, Core Values Ensures that department staff are provided with appropriate orientation and training; that they are kept informed through regular communication, meetings, etc. and that they are equipped for their roles. Ensures the safety of all members, property and staff by following established Workplace Health and Safety practices and procedures; ensures monthly safety and audit checks of pool; conducts WHMIS training. Provides support and/or teaches various Leadership Courses including Standard First Aid, CPR, AED, NLS; YMCA Swim Instructors x-over course; YMCA Basic Theory; YMCA Aquafit Applied Theory ; Teaches and/or provides support to the instructors who teach Bronze Star, Junior Lifeguard Club, Senior Lifeguard Club, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and RRS programs, etc. Provides direct program delivery including teaching swim lessons, life guarding, leading aquafit classes. Act as the Pool Operator as outlined in the Ontario Health Regulations 565. Support the staff team in the role of Duty Officer (or Acting General Manager), Provides leadership to children and youth programs; supervises and directs staff in this area to achieve YMCA's goals in creating a safe, active, and fun environment for participants. Models appropriate behaviors to staff in line with our Mission, Vision and Values; establishes rapport and maintains effective relationship building behaviors with staff and members. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner. Provides leadership regarding the center's philanthropic initiatives; understands and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism and imparts this knowledge and belief upon staff, volunteers and members. Perform other duties as assigned by the Programs Manager to fulfill our commitment of quality service to members.

You bring:

Diploma or Degree in Recreation Leadership, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field preferred. Minimum of five years experience in life guarding, teaching swim lessons, teaching aquafit classes. Demonstrated strong leadership skills developed through progressively responsible experience in a supervisory role in aquatics; ability to encourage, motivate staff and volunteers, acknowledge and appreciate contributions. NLS, Standard First Aid (CPR-C), NLS instructor / examiners, LSS Standard First Aid instructors / examiners, LSS Instructors, YMCA Swim Instructors, LSS AED responder (or provider), LSS AED examiner, and/or YMCA Aquafit Leader certification preferred. WHMIS training and Pool Operator's certification preferred. Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members of all ages, staff and colleagues; excellent written communication skills. Ability to speak multiple languages an asset Excellent time management, attention to detail and organizational skills; computer skills; willingness to learn new computer programs. Flexibility regarding assigned working hours, including evenings and weekends. Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and invisible dimensions of diversity. Excellent understanding of diversity, inclusion and equity including the ability to identify and address barriers, work effectively with diverse stakeholders, and integrate equity into program design.

What you need to succeed:

Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto 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 reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.



Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020-2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light, which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.



The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.



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In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.



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.



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