Outdoor Centre Lifeguard

Job Posting Outdoor Centre Lifeguard Rate of Pay: Starting at $144.61 per day Position Status: Seasonal Contract, Full time Term: June 18th – September 4th, 2026 Reports To: Outdoor Centre Coordinator Nature & Scope The Outdoor Education & Events Centre is a key operational pillar of YMCA Camp Elphinstone, running primarily during the Spring and Fall seasons. During this time, the camp welcomes a wide range of participants, including school groups of various ages, adult retreats, private rentals, and large-scale events such as weddings. Lifeguards will play a key role in ensuring the safety, enjoyment, and positive experiences of all participants and staff on the waterfront, delivering high-quality outdoor education programming for elementary and high school students and ensuring a safe waterfront programming experience for all guests. Our waterfront is a central hub at Camp Elphinstone, where lifeguards are expected to serve as positive role models, training and enforcing waterfront safety regulations. Lifeguards ensure that all swimming and boating activities align with BCCA, Lifesaving Society, and YMCA standards, creating a safe and supportive environment for all. As part of the program facilitator team, lifeguards work closely with the Outdoor Centre Coordinators to deliver engaging, participant-centered programming across various areas of camp. Lifeguards receive comprehensive training in all camp programs and are expected to uphold risk management policies and procedures in every activity they lead. Lifeguards are flexible team players who assist as needed in other program areas and contribute to the maintenance of camp facilities through cleaning and crew tasks, helping keep the site in top condition. Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will: Ensure the safety of all participants, guests and staff at the waterfront during all swimming and boating activities Regularly inspect, maintain, and inventory all waterfront equipment. Report issues to the coordinators Provide positive customer service and high-quality experience to all guests and clients from schools, private rentals and retreats, and weddings Work with the other members of the program facilitators team to accomplish shared responsibilities Assist with general maintenance, cleaning, and site support duties as required for daily operation Be in accordance with all provincial, lifesaving and YMCA standards, policies, and procedures Ensure all participants and staff follow camp rules, respecting each other and the facility Uphold YMCA standards reflecting its mission and values in daily duties Qualification-you bring: Standard First Aid & CPR-C NLS (Pool or Waterfront) Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening issued no later than six (6) months preceding start date 3 successful reference checks Additional Qualifications (assets) CANSail Instructor Paddle Canada Instructor About Camp Elphinstone: YMCA Camp Elphinstone, located near Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, is just a 40-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver. Nestled on 144 acres of temperate rainforest along the shores of Howe Sound, the camp offers a variety of programs for youth ages 5-17 during July and August. These include one- and two-week overnight camps, Leadership Development programs, multi-day paddling and hiking trips, and day camps. From September to June, Camp Elphinstone functions as an Outdoor Education, Event, and Retreat Centre, hosting schools, conferences, weddings, and other special interest groups. Annually, the camp serves over 10,000 participants. YMCA Camp Elphinstone can accommodate and dine up to 472 campers or guests. During July and August, the camp employs around 140 staff and volunteers, while the spring and fall Outdoor Education seasons see a team of 20-50 members. In the winter season, a smaller core team of 10 staff members is maintained. Successful staff at Camp Elphinstone are self-motivated individuals dedicated to helping children and youth thrive in an outdoor camp setting, and they are committed to providing 5-star customer service to all client groups. We acknowledge that the land where YMCA Camp Elphinstone operates is the traditional, unceded territory of the Skwxwú7mesh-ulh Temíx̱w (Squamish) Nation since time immemorial. Further, we recognize that our camp activities extend across the Sunshine Coast, which includes the traditional and unceded territories of several Coast Salish Nations, whose peoples have stewarded and continue to protect and care for the lands, waterways and airways where we are grateful to live, work, play and learn. About YMCA BC: By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John. As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities’ most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health. We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all. YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca. Application Process-ready to make a difference? Spring Season: January 15th 2026, at 11:59pm PST  Summer Season: February 29th 2026 at 11:59pm PST What to expect: Here is our expected timeline: November Job Postings go live Review of Applications December First round of interviews begin Continuous review of applications & offer of interviews January Continuous review of applications & offer of interviews Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application. You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application. Thank you for your interest and application.