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- Part-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
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Tim Hortons Foundation Camps —Halifax, NS
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- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
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CFMWS —Halifax, NS
- $21.16–$26.84 an hour
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- First Aid Certification
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YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Halifax, NS
- $20.75–$23.25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
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The Aqua Life Swim Academy —Halifax, NS
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
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Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa —Digby, NS
- $17.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Hotel
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
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Aquatics Leadership Instructor
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Halifax, NS
- $18.67–$20.67 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
Head Swim Instructor
The Aqua Life Swim Academy —Halifax, NS
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Lifeguard (Full-time)

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Full-time
$18.67–$20.67 an hour
2 days ago

Qualifications

Bilingual
CPR Certification
Multilingual
Customer service
Swimming
First Aid Certification
Lifeguard Certification
Communication skills

Full job description

Title: Full-Time Lifeguard
Position Status: Full-Time
Wage: $18.67 - $20.67 per hour
Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.

With us at their side, they can Shine On.

The Opportunity

As a Lifeguard (Team Lead) is an on-deck leadership role responsible for helping to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive aquatic environment where everyone feels they belong. This position provides active lifeguarding supervision while supporting the coordination of daily aquatic operations and guiding lifeguards and aquatic staff during shifts. The Team Lead helps ensure safety procedures, YMCA policies, and program standards are followed, while responding effectively to emergencies and supporting the delivery of high-quality aquatic experiences.

Through positive leadership, collaboration, and strong member service, the Full-Time Lifeguard (Team Lead) builds strong relationships with members, participants, volunteers, and colleagues, helping to strengthen the foundation of community. This role models the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusiveness and demonstrates the principles of The Y Way by fostering a culture where staff and members feel welcome, supported, and connected.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe, welcoming, and inclusive aquatic environment for all YMCA members, participants, and guests through vigilant lifeguarding, active supervision, and a commitment to creating spaces where everyone feels they belong.
Provide leadership and support to lifeguards and aquatic staff during shifts, serving as the on-deck lead and fostering a collaborative, respectful team environment.
Actively models YMCA Service Delivery Standards “The Y Way” by:
- Consistently acknowledge members who are waiting for service, ask questions to determine what they need, and provide support
- Proactively observing members throughout the facility and offering help to those who may appear confused, uncomfortable, or in need of support
- Following the 5/10 Rule: when supervising program spaces or circulating throughout the centre, staff acknowledge all members within 10 feet with eye contact and a nod or smile, and within 5 feet with a verbal greeting
- Consistently take pride in keeping workspaces clean, safe, and organized, while completing all cleaning checklists as part of daily routines.
- Ensuring program areas are well maintained, including returning unused equipment to its proper location and leaving spaces clean and orderly.
- Actively tidying common areas while circulating through the facility (e.g., removing garbage, addressing water on floors or counters, closing open locker doors). Any issues that cannot be immediately resolved are reported to the facilities team, supervisor, or cleaning manager
Respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies, performing rescues and providing first aid, CPR, and emergency care in accordance with YMCA safety standards and procedures.
Support the training, mentoring, and development of lifeguards and swim instructors, helping to build a strong, confident team that delivers safe, high-quality aquatic experiences.
Conduct regular safety checks of aquatic areas and equipment to help ensure a safe environment and promptly address or report potential hazards.
Model and promote the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and belonging, and demonstrate The Y Way through positive interactions with members, participants, volunteers, and colleagues.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the Aquatics Department and the YMCA’s commitment to strengthening the foundation of community.

Qualifications & Skills

1-3 years of lifeguarding experience
National Lifeguard Certificate (NLS)
Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, or YMCA Swim Instruction experience are assets
Demonstrated safety conscious mindset and Standard First Aid/CPR certification
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Bilingual or multilingual considered a significant asset
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to work irregular hours as required

To apply:

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/

Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:

A Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older
Valid First Aid and CPR Training

Please note that background checks are reviewed on an individual basis – offenses, if any, are based on role and Child Safeguarding requirements, and may not eliminate candidates from employment at our YMCA.

At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

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