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If you’re the kind of person that puts people first, leads by example, and holds the YMCA’s values of being caring, respectful, honest, inclusive and responsible – you’re a lot like us, and we’d love to meet you.

Why the YMCA?

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. Not only will you have the chance to help children, youth, and adults of all ages reach their true potential, you’ll be making a huge difference in your community.

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Achieve your personal and career goals at the Y!

✓ Comprehensive Group Benefits with employer cost-sharing, and a Pension Program with contribution matching

✓ Work-life balance and a family-friendly environment 

✓ Discounted Childcare and Summer Camp programs 

✓ Free YMCA Membership

✓ Lifelong learning including training and leadership opportunities to support your growth

✓ A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in all of our employment practices so you can be your authentic self at work

Available Job Positions

Current Job Openings:
- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Training Manager Position Status: Full-Time Salary: $51,000 - $77,000 per year Start Date: ImmediatelyLocation: Remote with Atlantic Canada (excluding PEI) ; potential for desk More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Day Camp Inclusion Support StaffPosition Status: Full-Time, Contract; Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 5:30pm Salary: $20.00 per hourVacancies: 1Start Date: June 17, 2024 to August More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Smaller Centre SupervisorPosition Status: Full-Time Salary: $60,934 per year Start Date: April 2024Location: YMCA Immigrant ProgramsAt the YMCA we know that our ability to partner with More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Day Camp Counsellor (NSCC Akerley Campus)Position Status: Full Time, ContractVacancies: 26 over four locationsSalary: $15.75 - $16.50 per hourStart Date: June 17, 2024 to August 30, More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Day Camp Counsellor (Community YMCA)Position Status: Full Time, ContractVacancies: 26 over four locationsSalary: $15.75 - $16.50 per hourStart Date: June 17, 2024 to August 30, 2024Location: Community More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Day Camp Counsellor (John W. Lindsay YMCA)Position Status: Full Time, ContractVacancies: 26 over four locationsSalary: $15.75 - $16.50 per hourStart Date: June 17, 2024 to August More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Day Camp Counsellor (Rockingham United Church)Position Status: Full Time, ContractVacancies: 26 over four locationsSalary: $15.75 - $16.50 per hourStart Date: June 17, 2024 to August 30, More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Leadership Counsellor Position Status: Full-Time, Seasonal Vacancies: 8Salary: $650+ per week Start Date: June 2024Location: Big Cove Camp, Thorburn, NSThe YMCA is a place More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Wellness Manager Position Status: Full-Time, Seasonal Vacancies: 1Salary: $650+ per week Start Date: June 2024Location: Big Cove Camp, Thorburn, NSThe YMCA is a place More

- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

Title: Section Director Position Status: Full-Time, Seasonal Vacancies: 2Salary: $650+ per week Start Date: June 2024Location: Big Cove Camp, Thorburn, NSThe YMCA is a place More

YMCA Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre

Discover numerous employment prospects and career services at the “YMCA Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre.” Our team collaborates with job seekers in local settings, providing support in the fields of job search, personal development, and community involvement.

Available Volunteer Positions

Volunteer Assistant Aquatic Leader
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth Halifax, NS

At the YMCA we know that our ability to partner with others in our community is through the passion and dedication of our employees and volunteers. Apply here

Future Volunteer Opportunities
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth Halifax, NS

Are you interested in joining our team as a volunteer? The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is always on the lookout for dynamic volunteers to join us in our journey of Building Healthy Communities through the Power of Belonging. Apply here

Volunteer at Canada Connects 
YMCA Immigrant Services

The YMCA Canada Connects Program is a volunteer matching program that is needs-driven and supports newcomers to become fully engaged in Canadian life by increasing their understanding of the social, cultural, and economic context of the new community. This is also a great opportunity to expand on your cultural knowledge and build meaningful relationships. Fill out the volunteer application form and send it to our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

After School Program
Community YMCA, Halifax 

The After School Program has been designed to be active, healthy, and fun with an emphasis on letting children make their own choices. YMCA staff work to build a special relationship with each child, helping them develop new physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills in a caring, nurturing environment. To apply, fill out the volunteer application form and send it to our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

Tutor- Homework Club
Keshan Goodman Library, Halifax

The Homework Club is designed to provide academic support to Newcomer youth ages 13-18. To apply, fill out the volunteer application form and send it to our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

Interpretation Volunteer
YMCA Immigrant Services

Volunteers will be responsible for facilitating communication for people with limited English proficiency. Our center is currently looking for individuals who are fluent in Ukrainian, Swahili, Chinese, Tigrinya, and Somali. In order to effectively provide services and programs to newcomers from different cultural backgrounds, we require language support for both clients and staff. The timings are quite flexible, as it is a needs-based support. All volunteers will be given at least a two-week notice when volunteer opportunities are available. To apply, fill out the volunteer application form and send it to our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

Summer Camp Leader
YMCA Immigrant Services

Volunteers will engage and interact with children between the ages of 8-12 years. The YIS Summer Camp is a 6 week program that will begin in July and continue till the end of August. The Summer Camp Volunteer will support staff in effectively organizing and hosting activities. They will also be responsible for the well-being and safety of all the children attending the camp. Daily, there will be around 15 children present. To apply, fill out the volunteer application form and send it to our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

YMCA Child Protection Standards

Employment with the YMCA is conditional upon a clear Child Abuse Register Check. For those 18 and over, employment is also subject to a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check. 

The YMCA is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults in its care. 

The YMCA is committed to:

  • providing a safe environment for children and young people;
  • identifies children, young people and vulnerable adults who are suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm; and 
  • takes appropriate action to see that such children, young people and vulnerable adults are kept safe at the YMCA.

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