Lifeguard - Camp YMCA Kanawana

Posted Friday, November 7, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Do you want your talent to have a positive impact on the people you work with? Are you seeking new ways to maximize and develop your expertise? Do you want to work in an environment where people come first? We have an opportunity for you, because here, you can be the spark.

Every day, more than 1,200 people work with the YMCAs of Québec network, providing a variety of services that create positive change in people’s lives.

Camp YMCA Kanawana is Québec’s oldest residential summer camp offering leading-edge programming and traditional YMCA values-based camping. Staff members live on site for the duration of the group’s stay. Salaries include food and lodging.

Lifeguards are responsible for leading swimming activities for campers and participants, and ensuring their safety. They are also responsible for managing the swimming and aquatic sports areas and keeping track of and maintaining equipment.

• Ensure the safety, security, health, and well‑being of campers, staff, and program participants at all times;
• Work as a team with counsellors and other staff members;
• Follow policies regarding program delivery, care of campers, and staff conduct at all times;
• Participate in compulsory staff training;
• Organize and lead specialized activities for campers (i.e. Rock climbing, ropes course, boating, archery, etc.);
• Make sure that program areas and activities are safe, fun, engaging, and well run;
• Ensure equipment is safe and in excellent condition;
• Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure equipment is properly stored;
• Attend staff meetings as required;
• Report any safety hazards or maintenance deficiencies to the Coordinator and Director;
• Adhere to the YMCA’s Child Protection Policies and Procedures.

YMCA Kanawana offers great benefits and a unique natural environment to work in, but being part of our team also means you will:

• Develop your expertise and gain experience;
• Have a positive impact on your community;
• Really make a difference in people’s lives;
• Have an opportunity to take on exciting challenges;
• Collaborate with people who love camp and working with children.

• Has a valid First Aid/CPR certificate;
• Has a valid National Lifeguard certificate;
• Has experience working with youth or in a camp setting;
• Fluency in spoken and written French (required). Fluency in spoken and written English (required based on operational needs related to clientele and communications).
• Has experience working as a lifeguard (as asset);
• Has a National Lifeguard Waterfront certificate (an asset);
• Has no criminal record in connection with employment.

Are you tempted by this great opportunity? If you would like to encourage and inspire all people to fulfill their potential, thrive, and contribute to their community, then we want to hear from you. Do not delay, apply today.