- Ensure that all safety and lifeguarding procedures are followed and respond to emergencies as trained by the Lifesaving Society and YMCA
- Ensure members, volunteers, and other staff adhere to pool conduct guidelines and maintain order in designated areas to proactively prevent accidents
- Complete a safety check of lifesaving equipment prior to each shift
- Set up and take down recreational, program, and other equipment as required, ensuring all equipment is safe and in good repair and immediately reporting or removing any damaged equipment
- Assist the staff team with cleaning duties related to the pool and equipment
- Collaborate with program members, volunteers, and YMCA staff to assist and encourage participants to access additional appropriate programs offered at the location
- Attend all staff trainings and meetings, arrive on time, and actively participate to contribute to the development of all camp staff
- Ensure Health and Safety procedures are followed and maintained, and contribute to the cleaning, safety, and maintenance of camp sites
- Ensure qualifications and certifications required by the YMCA and regulatory standards are current at all times
- Act as a positive role model for campers and fellow staff by embodying YMCA values, policies, procedures, Day Camp guidelines, and Ontario Camping Association standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Current certifications in the following Lifesaving Society awards: National Lifeguard (NL) Award, Standard First Aid & CPR level "C"
- Previous experience in lifeguarding is an asset
- YMCA Outdoor Centre or Day Camp experience is an asset
- Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort, including lifting up to 50 lbs. by bending, carrying, pushing, and pulling (e.g., canoes, kayaks)
- Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with families, staff, and volunteers
- Excellent communication skills and ability to lead a group of children
- Minimum 17 years old by December 31st
- Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work, weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
- 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
Day Camp Lifeguard - King - Ymcagta
Description
Work Hours: On call as needed
Employment Type: Seasonal Contract - 3.5 months (Existing Vacancy)
Number of Vacancies: Multiple
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026
Deadline to Apply: April 10, 2026 at 5:00pm
Be the Spark Join our passionate team at YMCA Cedar Glen where we have been providing our program for over 20 years
The role of Lifeguard maintains a safe aquatic environment at all times, meeting YMCA and regulatory requirements. The role provides supervision and support to participants while promoting a positive and engaging camp experience. The role contributes to the overall success of Outdoor Centre programs through collaboration with staff and commitment to safety and well-being.
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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 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as 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 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together , which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.
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.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.
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 .
If you are hired, prior to your start date and as a condition of your employment, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid medical or other Human Rights Code-related exemption.
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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