Job Description

The YMCA of Greater Saint John is working hard to address the critical issue\xe2\x80\x99s facing the region: the health crisis, population decline, youth outmigration, and child poverty. At the Y, we are striving to build a diverse and inclusive community where each person is valued for the unique perspectives and contributions they bring.
The Y offers a diverse set of programs at 19 locations in the city and surrounding municipalities. We are a community of 300 employees and 750 volunteers. If you don\xe2\x80\x99t have a Y story yet \xe2\x80\x93 now is your opportunity to get involved. We invite you to come see what the power of belonging can do for you, your career and your community.
Since 2000, Glenn Carpenter Center has been empowering youth through outdoor education, uninhibited creativity, and skill development. Our mission is to strengthen today\'s youth by giving them the tools, confidence, and compassion to become tomorrow\'s role models and leaders. YMCA Glenn Carpenter Center is a non-denominational day camp, open to all.
The Opportunity: The Waterfront Coordinator will be responsible for the delivery of a quality waterfront program for all Glenn Carpenter Center participants. The Waterfront Coordinator will work closely with lifeguards to ensure that all waterfront-related activities and services are executed safely.
Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all safety standards are being followed on Glenn Carpenter Center\'s waterfront, supervising and supporting lifeguards on duty, creating a lifeguarding schedule, and ensuring a fun, safe atmosphere is maintained at all times.
• Responsible for planning and implementing proper swim instructions for day camps as needed.
• Responsible for the care, safety, storage and inventory of all waterfront equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of camp-wide water emergency procedures.
• To assist in other Camp operations as requested by the Assistant Coordinator/Director.
• To strive to ensure that every child who attends Glenn Carpenter Center is treated with respect, understanding and compassion.
• Responsible in ensuring that Glenn Carpenter remains a peaceful, positive, and educational environment for all its campers, CITs, staff, and guests.
• Maintain a professional work environment, adhering to all policies and processes, including the New Brunswick Child Care facilities standards and YMCA Child Protection Policies

Skills and Qualifications:

• On going or completed Bachelors Degree, Community College diploma or similar from accredited institution.
• Previous experience in a Day Camp, Childcare, Afterschool and Youth Programs an asset.
• N.L.S and N.L.S Waterfront Certification
• Possess a strong work ethic and excellent organization skills.
• An excellent team player able to share cooperative leadership with other staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• First Aid and CPR Certification required by start date.
• L.S.I. Certification is an asset.
• Employment is contingent on having a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

Required:

• Candidates are required to provide full proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or a valid medical certificate exempting them from the vaccine.
• Employment is contingent on having a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

If this is an opportunity that aligns with your qualifications and interest, please submit your resume and cover letter by May 10th, 2023. The YMCA of Greater Saint John appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.