Lifeguard - Camp YMCA Kanawana

Les YMCA du Québec•Saint-Sauveur, QC

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Camp YMCA Kanawana is Québec’s oldest residential summer camp offering leading-edge programming and traditional YMCA values-based camping. Staff members live on site for the duration of the group’s stay. Salaries include food and lodging. Lifeguards are responsible for leading swimming activities for campers and participants, and ensuring their safety. They are also responsible for managing the swimming and aquatic sports areas and keeping track of and maintaining equipment.

Requirements

Has a valid First Aid/CPR certificate
Has a valid National Lifeguard certificate
Has experience working with youth or in a camp setting
Fluency in spoken and written French (required)
Fluency in spoken and written English (required based on operational needs related to clientele and communications)
Has no criminal record in connection with employment

Nice To Haves

Has experience working as a lifeguard (as asset)
Has a National Lifeguard Waterfront certificate (an asset)

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety, security, health, and well-being of campers, staff, and program participants at all times
Work as a team with counsellors and other staff members
Follow policies regarding program delivery, care of campers, and staff conduct at all times
Participate in compulsory staff training
Organize and lead specialized activities for campers (i.e. Rock climbing, ropes course, boating, archery, etc.)
Make sure that program areas and activities are safe, fun, engaging, and well run
Ensure equipment is safe and in excellent condition
Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure equipment is properly stored
Attend staff meetings as required
Report any safety hazards or maintenance deficiencies to the Coordinator and Director
Adhere to the YMCA’s Child Protection Policies and Procedures