Why should you join our team?
YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.
Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.
Aquatics Attendant (Part Time)
Shane Homess YMCa at Rocky Ridge
Salary: $15.00/hr - $18.29/hr
Start Date: Immediately
*The successful candidate will be at least 15 years of age.
You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:
· Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
· Program discounts;
· Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
· Leadership award opportunities;
· Scholarship opportunities;
· Paid recertification and training.
What qualifications are we looking for?
At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.The successful candidates will have the following;
The successful candidate will be at least 15 years of age
Bronze Cross Certification
Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
Instructor certification (YSI or LSI) considered an asset
National Lifeguard - Pool (NL - Pool) considered an asset
Evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
Three professional references.
What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Perform and document pre-use checks of all waterslides scheduled for use
Supervise the safe operation of the waterslide and/or dive towers
Tell patrons when they are allowed to use the amenity, after visually confirming the water slide and flume, catch basin, or dive tank, are clear from the previous user
Monitor the general safety and maintenance of the pool deck, change rooms, and associated areas by performing regularly scheduled walk throughs, and report concerns to the appropriate staff member or directly address the issue
Complete light cleaning and maintenance tasks as needed
Work as a cooperative part of the staff and volunteer team
Attend (20) hours of Association in-service training throughout the year
Monitor hot tub capacities as requested
Support with pool rule education and the wrist banding of children within YMCA Calgary policies
Maintain certification within accordance of YMCA Calgary Aquatics policies
What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?
Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:
Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.
Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement
YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.
Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.
All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email careers@ymcacalgary.org.
