Castle Downs Family YMCA At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.

When people feel connected and supported, communities become stronger, more resilient, and full of life. Help others shine too. All aquatics roles are responsible for ensuring the safety of all individuals in and around aquatic facilities.

This includes monitoring swimmers, preventing accidents, and responding quickly to emergencies. Lifeguards also help enforce pool rules, provide basic first aid, and contribute to a welcoming, positive environment for all members/participants.

The Aquatics Swim

Instructor position focuses on creating a safe, positive environment for swim lessons. The role involves delivering quality instruction, fostering relationships, and ensuring safety and operational standards are met. Is an active in-water swim instructor delivering swimming lessons following the National YMCA Swim Program.

Preplan swimming lessons to ensure participants achieve their personal goals. Use YMCA age and ability appropriate swimming progressions and guidelines to teach participants to swim to the best of their ability. Address member (parental) concerns and complaints in a timely manner.

Maintains a safe and supportive environment for all by following YMCA Health Safety Child Protection and Emergency policies and procedures. To recognize unsafe situations or practices and rectify them immediately.

Lifeguard Responsibilities: Maintains active surveillance of the pool area and is not distracted while guarding. Is a vigilant on-deck lifeguard – Role models and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines in the aquatics area.



Performs aquatics facilities audits and all equipment checks (emergency, safety, program), on a regular basis ensuring standards are met and resolving deficiencies and issues.

Ensures aquatics facility is safe by checking the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving. Assists in the on-boarding and training of new staff. Maintains a safe and supportive environment for all by following YMCA Health Safety Child Protection and Emergency policies and procedures.

Enforce pool rules and respond to emergencies if needed.

Administrative

Duties ~ Accurately complete administrative duties. Minimum 16 years of age (16-17 years under supervision of 18+year old lifeguard).

National Lifeguard

Pool. YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI) and/or Lifesaving Instructor (LSI). Must obtain National Lifeguard (NL) within first year of hire date.

National

Coaching certification (NCCP) are an asset. The YMCA of Northern Alberta 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 and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a excellent place to work and volunteer.

We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check.

📌 Instructor Lifeguard Aquatics (Edmonton)
🏢 YMCA of Northern Alberta
📍 Edmonton