Head Waterfront Program Leader Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Education / Teaching

Job Title: Head Waterfront Program Leader - Lifeguard

Vacancies: This posting is for 1 existing vacancy.

Location: Vancouver, BC (Please see the commitment section below for details on locations)

Work Model: In-person work model

Rate of Pay: $146.63 - $149.81/day

This is a contract position from approximately May – August 2026.

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives. We raise funds to fuel the brightest minds in cancer research. We provide a compassionate support system for all those affected by all type of cancer, across Canada. Together with patients, supporters, donors and volunteers, we work to create a healthier future for everyone. Because to take on cancer, it takes all of us.

It takes a society.

MAKING AN IMPACT

The Canadian Cancer Society’s Camp Goodtimes provides children and youth affected by cancer and their families with an unforgettable overnight summer camp experience in a medically supervised, safe and supportive environment. We have been committed to providing a camping experience for children affected by cancer since 1985.

The Canadian Cancer Society believes that time spent at camp allows kids to just be kids, away from their diagnosis. Camp Goodtimes is proud to provide programming that gives joy, confidence, support, and hope for children with cancer and their families.

The Head Waterfront Program Leader under the direction of the Camp Director and Program Director oversee the waterfront operations at Camp Goodtimes. He/she/they is responsible for ensuring the safety and positive experience of all campers, volunteers, and staff on the waterfront and they ensure swimming and boating activities are upheld to the BCCA and CCS standards. He/She/They is responsible for the management of the Waterfront Program Leaders while on guard at the waterfront, overseeing the annual set-up and clean-up of the waterfront facility and overseeing the delivery of all waterfront programming.

This position is a member of the program leader team program leader team is responsible for instructing camp activities and supporting other staff and volunteers in delivering programs. They will also have other daily responsibilities such as helping with supervision of campers, evening cabin support, facilitating early morning and evening programs, program logistics, and care/maintenance of camp program equipment.

COMMITMENT:

May 9, June 6, 7 training at Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre, Maple Ridge, BC

June 12, 22-24 pre-camp prep at the Canadian Cancer Society office in Vancouver, BC

June 28 – August 2, 2026 – on-site living at camp for 6 sessions at Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre, Maple Ridge, BC (at least 24 hours off each week). Meals and accommodation included.

August 8 – 27, 2026 – on-site living at camp for 4 sessions at Camp Pringle, Shawnigan Lake, BC (at least 24 hours off each week). Meals and accommodation included.
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WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Implement waterfront program

Review Camp Goodtimes waterfront policy and procedures for both sites

Have a strong understanding of the waterfront program plans for boating and swimming

Work with the Camper Experience Coordinator and Medical Coordinator to implement inclusive program plans to meet the diverse needs of participants at the waterfront

Assist with developing and delivering innovative training that supports professional development of staff & volunteers. Ensure all staff are familiar with waterfront emergency procedures.

Ensure that all waterfront policies/procedures and Camp Goodtimes’ high risk management standards are always met by all participants, staff, volunteers, and guests while at the waterfront.

Communicate with the Program Director to understand the planning and scheduling of waterfront programs and events.

Train waterfront program leaders on the Camp Goodtimes waterfront emergency procedures.

Supervise waterfront program leaders

Facilitate camper-focused swimming and boating activities when required.

Assist in facilitating evening and all-camp programs when waterfront is not in use.

Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring…


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