Aquatic Program Coordinator Summer Job Role- Kelowna (Kelowna Family Y)

Are you an energetic personable and resourceful person who has a genuine desire to help others

Do you have superior people skills and excel in a fast-paced challenging work environment

Does working as part of a large dynamic aquatics team while building positive relationships appeal to you

Are you seeking a role where you can be responsible for the safety of others while demonstrating the Ys core values of caring respect responsibility honesty and inclusiveness

If the following sounds like a good day at work then this job might be for you!

Reporting directly to the Aquatic Manager and Supervisors the Aquatic Program Coordinator is a key team member of the Aquatic department at the Kelowna Family Y who:

• Deliver swimming lessons at YMCA SIBC facilities and at an outdoor lake location.
• Plan prepare and adapt lesson plans for participants of varying ages abilities and skill levels including adaptive and inclusive programming.
• Provide daily written communication reports to assist Aquatic Supervisor and Manager.
• Support program coordination by assisting with scheduling participant assessments progress tracking and completion of report cards using the YMCAs SwimGen program.
• Create alternative lesson plans in response to weather conditions participant needs or operational changes ensuring program continuity and safety.
• Respond appropriately to first aid incidents and emergency situations.
• Communicate professionally with participants parents/guardians coworkers and supervisors through verbal and written communication.
• Participate in regular check-ins supervision and mentorship meetings with Aquatic Supervisor and Manager to receive feedback and support with skill development.
• Function as a positive role model by demonstrating YMCA core values (honesty caring inclusiveness responsibility respect).

Wed love to hear from people with:

• YMCA Canada Swim Instructor or Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
• National Lifeguard - Pool Option
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C
• Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) certification would be an asset.
• Class 5 drivers licence with a clear drivers abstract report.
• Eligibility that meets the Canada Summer Job Program requirements

Competencies:

• Commitment to Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission vision and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
• Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance everyones YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information best practices and resources with colleagues.

The YMCAs Commitment to Trust Safety and Equality:

As part of a trusted charitable organization you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g. Employer Supervisor or Colleague)
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities persons of color and ethnicity Indigenous persons (First Nations Metis and Inuit) and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Application Deadline:May 29 2026

Required Experience:

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