Summer Camp Job Opportunities- Plant City Family YMCA

Description

Do more with your summer! Are you energetic, enthusiastic, and fun with a great attitude? Are you willing to step out of the box and let your creative side shine? You’ll help promote positive character values in a caring environment while learning how to lead youth activities such as sports, swimming, arts & crafts and indoor and outdoor games. Regardless of your future goals, a YMCA summer camp experience is an invaluable life opportunity. It teaches you how to work with and lead others, all while making a difference in your community this summer.

Summer Camp Counselor ($14/hour)

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Provides direct supervision of campers
• Leads group of camper activities
• Prior experience preferred (CIT/Jr. Counselor/Youth Leader)
• Preferred availability Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
  

Activity Instructor ($15/hour)

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Responsible for developing curriculum in assigned area
• Positions include: arts and crafts, nature, music, science, sports, outdoor education
• Supports special events activities
• Activity management
• Prior childcare experience preferred
• Preferred availability Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Senior Counselor ($15/hour)

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• May provide direct supervision of campers
• May lead a group of camper activities
• May serve as a resource and unit leader/lead counselor for other team members (provide breaks for counselors, etc.)
• May have administrative duties
• Program planning responsibilities
• Prior childcare experience preferred
• Preferred availability Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Requirements

Successful completion of pre-employment Level 2 background check required. For more information click the link -

Must be available to attend mandatory trainings in May, and available for a majority of the summer May through August.

Summary

The American Camping Association (ACA) proudly accredits the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA!

As a childcare professional at an ACA accredited YMCA Summer Camp you will ensure that our campers are not only safe, but are enjoying a developmentally, and age appropriate, experience.  You will help them grow, make friends, and inspire them to do things they never thought possible. 

You will help create in an environment that is nurturing and supportive, while supervising between 5–15 campers, as you engage in decision-making, behavior management, conflict resolution and having fun — all necessary leadership skills for today’s job market.

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Part Time Benefits Summary:

• Free Individual YMCA Membership and discount on family membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through BayCare Behavioral Services (phone and online)
• Start a 403 (b) smart savings account through YMCA Benefits on day one of employment (optional)
• Tickets at Work is the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider, offering exclusive discounts, special offers and access to preferred seating and tickets to top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels and much more.
• 20% off program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)
• 30% off personal training

Association Summary:

The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is a top-rated ‘4-star’ Charity Navigator and Guidestar ‘Gold’ rated non-profit charitable organization for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Join a cause-driven association focused on empowering every individual in our community to reach their healthiest and most fulfilled life. Learn more about the Tampa YMCA at .

• 14 Family Center Ys, 65-acre outdoor adventure camp, Community Learning Center, two program centers, 27 afterschool sites, 18 Early Head Start sites
• Largest youth development and health & wellness provider in the region
• 300,000+ community members served
• 1,600+ staff members
• 1000+ volunteers
• $50MM in revenue
• An independent 501(c) 3, locally-governed and managed

Located in sunny Florida, the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA offers an ideal location with beautiful weather affording a desirable setting for an active outdoor lifestyle year-round, is close to many beaches and theme parks and Florida is one of very few states that has no state income tax.

The Tampa Y is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.