| Date Posted: | Mar 21, 2025 | |
| Closing Date: | Apr 04, 2025 |
| Location: | Medicine Hat & area | |
| Status: | Part-Time |
Description
YMCA of Southeastern Alberta strives to integrate our commitment to diversity and social inclusion in all that we do. We believe that strong leadership is created through the sharing of diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek candidates who embody these principles and who reflect the many dimensions of the communities we serve. We are a charitable organization that provides health and fitness opportunities, employment services, licensed childcare, and various community programs in Medicine Hat, Redcliff, and Brooks. When you work at the YMCA, you’ll play an important part in building strong, thriving communities while positively impacting people’s lives. Join our team at the Y, a place where everyone belongs — including you!
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day, demonstrating our values in action.
Qualifications
Education/Certifications/Credentials/Professional Registration
Aquatics Certifications (National Lifeguard Service (NLS), YMCA Swim Instructor, Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Aquatic Emergency Care)
Standard First Aid, CPR-Level C, and WHIMIS Certification
Evidence of a clear Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search if applicable), within the last six months
Must have a valid driver’s license with a class 07 automobile insurance coverage business use (or pleasure with occasional business use) and a minimum of $2,000,000 in liability coverage.
Knowledge & Skills
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to act professionally in all situations, representing the YMCA according to its core values.
Able to deal with difficult situations and complaints with confidence.
Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
Evidence of a clear Police Record Search (with Vulnerable Sector Check only if working with children), within the last six months
Responsibilities
Be committed to exceptional customer service and member engagement.
Have positive interactions with members throughout the building; never just walk by a member.
Identify and create opportunities to enhance each and every person’s YMCA experience.
Deliver high quality supervision at all times while on guard duty, guard from appropriate location and follow guard to bather ratio. Correct unsafe techniques and ensure safe and effective use of equipment by participants.
Are knowledgeable of YMCA programs and services.
Candidates must be able to workdays, evenings and weekends.
Always providing a safe and positive environment where children/youth/adults can learn, develop skills, and make new friends.
Complete administrative tasks, update class rosters, lesson plans, check equipment, clean equipment, update records and perform light maintenance tasks when not guarding or instructing.
When instructing, develop lesson plans for assigned classes and provide quality instruction in aquatic class(es) agreed upon.
Attend all scheduled in-services, staff training, and YMCA staff meetings.
Pay Rate
$16.00-$19.00
How To Apply
Please Apply: With a cover letter, resume, and 3 references (email addresses and phone numbers) who can attest to your character and previous work and/or volunteer performance. Please send application packages to: Danielle Sonnie, Program Manager YMCA of Southeastern Alberta 525 2nd Street SE danielle.sonnie@medicinehatymca.ca