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Overview Pay within range based on years of transferrable experience. Daily Rate: $110.00 - $116.69. Weekly Rate: $660.00 - $700.14. Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation to camp is available at the beginning and end of the summer). Work Hours: Must be available to work 6 days a week between Monday Sunday. Employment Type: Seasonal Contract. Number of Vacancies: 1. Anticipated Start Date: June 14, 2026. Deadline to Apply: February 28, 2026 at 5:00pm. Be the Spark! Join our dynamic team at YMCA Camp Pine Crest, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work. Program context YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community. After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, and organizations through programs that embody the mission, vision, and outcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is situated on 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness, surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8 km of shoreline, over 26 km of hiking trails, 7,500 sq. ft. of dock, and 60 buildings. Role: Swimming Program Head The Swimming Program Head is responsible for the effective day-to-day operation of the waterfront, with a dedicated focus on all swimming program areas. This role facilitates daily swim instruction, conducts swim tests, and ensures accurate tracking of results. It ensures safety standards, policies, procedures, and expectations are followed, including compliance with Camping Quality Recommended Practices and Ontario Camps Association standards. The position oversees maintenance of swimming equipment and related documentation, while supporting counselors during waterfront cabin programs and collaborating with other program heads to deliver camp-wide activities and theme days. The Swimming Program Head provides leadership and support to staff, helping foster a safe and positive waterfront experience for all participants. You will do Coordinate all swimming programs, including direct program delivery as required Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and other program heads to plan and lead all camp activities, section nights, and special events Provide leadership to all YMCA staff by ensuring they understand how to contribute to a safe and positive waterfront experience for all participants, and promptly relay any concerns to the Program Coordinator Assist with the planning and execution of all camp days and themed programs Ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time, including paperwork for the swimming area such as in-service trainings, opening and closing checklists, swim tests, and other duties delegated by the Program Coordinator Monitor safety of waterfront activities and respond to rectify any safety concerns, ensuring a safe and organized waterfront environment Supervise participants in and around the water and in vessels such as canoes or kayaks Act as a positive role model for children, youth, and staff by embodying YMCA values, camp principles, policies, and Ontario Camps Association standards Perform other duties as assigned You bring Standard First Aid & CPR-C, NLS, and Pleasure Craft Operators Card by first day of employment and valid until at least the last day of the contract Minimum 2 years experience in a camp or aquatic/waterfront environment Experience teaching swimming-related programming Lifesaving Instructor & Examiner considered an asset Ability to work effectively with others and independently Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and to lead and empower an inclusive staff team Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and communicate with members, staff, and volunteers Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staff Ability to deliver feedback in a timely, professional, and constructive manner Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as required Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging Additional information If you are interested in this position and do not possess the necessary certifications and require assistance attaining them, please indicate this in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for Financial Assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto, or through referral to programs outside the YMCA that offer similar support. Eligibility is determined on an individual basis. What you need to succeed Commitment to the YMCAs Mission, Vision and Values Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs, including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter Why work for the YMCA? The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference. The YMCA emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and is an equal opportunity employer. Check out our recruitment process and what others say about working at the YMCA. Offers are contingent on successful completion of a Police Records Check and a Vulnerable Police Records Check as required by policy. The YMCA only considers applicants legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr