BGC Niagara is seeking candidates to carry out the duties of Lifeguard/Swim Instructor.

Locations:

• Niagara Falls Centre (8800 McLeod Road, Niagara Falls)
• EJ Freeland Centre (1555 Garrison Rd, Fort Erie)

Position Overview:

The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor position is responsible for the delivery of the programs and services at the assigned BGC Niagara location. The position is accountable to the applicable Supervisor and/or Manager.

Terms of Employment:

• $20.00/HR with NLS
• $21.00/HR with NLS and Swim Instructors
• Part-time, hourly, 0 - 34 hours per week
• Completion of mandatory health and safety training and other employee training

Qualifications:

The successful candidate requires the following:

• Current Police Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Screen that is obtained within the last 6 months
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• National Lifeguard certification (must be current)
• Swim Instructor certification (must be current)
• Must provide immunization records

Duties and Responsibilities:

Deliverables include but are not exclusive to:

• Provide safe, effective and efficient delivery of BGC of Programs
• Assist with organizing, developing, documenting and implementing of BGC Niagara Programs
• Attendance of staff and participants is recorded
• Accurate records are maintained with respect to program delivery
• Prepare participant evaluations

Why Work at the BGC Niagara?

As part of Canada’s largest child and youth-serving agency, BGC Niagara is a charitable, community-supported organization dedicated to helping children and youth reach their full potential.

Since 1960, the BGC Niagara has provided a broad spectrum of services for children and youth 0 – 24 years of age, including food, shelter, transportation, childcare, aquatics, recreation, physical activity, leadership, and life skill programs.

Today, BGC Niagara serves vulnerable children and youth across the Niagara Region. As a leading provider of quality programs for children and youth, BGC Niagara offers transformative experiences that are accessible, reliable, and open to all, with a focus on providing safe places where kids can develop confidence, gain skills, and experience success.

Interested candidates should apply by sending a cover letter and resume to employment @bgcn.ca no later then July 04, 2025.

BGC Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Please indicate what site you are applying to: Niagara Falls or Fort Erie.

Licence/Certification:

• National Lifeguard certification (required)
• Vulnerable Sector Check (preferred)
• Standard First Aid / CPR-C (preferred)
• Swim Instructor certification (required)

Work Location: In person