Job Description

Date Posted:

June 25, 2025

Position Title:

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Location:

Tong Louie YMCA (14988 57th Ave., Surrey, BC V3S 7S6)

Terms:

Permanent Part-Time

Shift:

Shifts will vary and include weekdays mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Coverage needed for weekday mornings and afternoons

Salary:

$22.01 per hour

Start Date:

ASAP

Reports To:

Supervisor, Aquatics

Nature & Scope:

The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor will report to the Aquatics Supervisor and work collaboratively with other members of the YMCA team to provide a safe and fun aquatics environment.

Major Responsibilities:

Guarding and teaching swimming lessons in a positive and professional manner Build meaningful relationships through positive daily interaction with YMCA members, visitors, and colleagues Promote philanthropy through the YMCA's annual Strong Kids Campaign Develop lesson plans for various programs and administer progressive evaluations for participants Ensure program design, lay-out, and offerings meet the needs of all participants at various levels Lead program delivery, while ensuring contents meet the appropriate criteria and outline Perform general administrative duties and record keeping responsibilities Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA standards/policies/procedures and ensuring they are maintained amongst all members and staff, including all locker rooms and spectator viewing areas. Assist with training new staff/volunteers in procedures and practices Remain flexible - willing to learn new skills, alter shifts Attend staff meetings, planning sessions and training events as required

Requirements:

Current Standard First Aid certificate (valid within 3 years) CPR level C and & AED certificate (valid within 1 year) National Lifeguard - Pool Option Swim Instructor certification Experience as a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor - preferred YMCA Aquatic Fitness Certificate, or equivalent - preferred Access to reliable transportation or a vehicle Advanced leadership courses are an asset Demonstrated high level of customer service skills Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date 3 professional references

Application Deadline:

July 5, 2025

Internals Applicants:

Please apply through the ADP Career Center



The YMCA cares about the same things you do: raising healthy and resilient children, ensuring youth feel confident and supported, and helping people feel healthy and connected to others in the community

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As the Lower Mainland's largest operational charity, we are 4,000 staff and volunteers providing vital community services that are having a positive impact on some of the community's most pressing social issues. Central to our success are:

The

people

who unite behind our mission to help people reach their potential The safe and welcoming

places

we provide--from health and fitness facilities to childcare centres to camps--that foster a sense of community The comprehensive community

programs

that provide the skills, opportunities and confidence people need to achieve their potential

These people, places, and programs come together to create a sense of belonging and a supportive network that have proven time and again to help people achieve their personal goals. For some the impact can be truly transformational and can have an enormous ripple effect on those around them.

Our Values:

Inclusive -

We value and respect different backgrounds and build meaningful connections by meeting people where they are at.

Supportive -

We are empathetic and caring; we listen to understand different needs and do the right thing.

Innovative -

We embrace creative ideas to improve what we do and to seek new ways to deliver exceptional experience and excellence.

Accountable -

We do what we say, show up for others, lead by example, and act with integrity.

Competencies:

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, and an orientation to service, the candidate should possess the following competencies:

Commitment to Organization and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, outcomes and values of the YMCA.

Leadership: Motivates and inspires self and others to take action to achieve desired outcomes.

Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner.

Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to improve programs and service.

Team Work:The ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal results.

Product Knowledge:Thorough understanding of the components required in providing quality care.



YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.

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Thank you for your interest and application.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.