Do you enjoy working outdoors in a high-energy environment while helping children grow and step outside their comfort zone? Join our Camp Team as a Program Specialist at Camp Twin Lakes! This is a part-time position specializing in summer programming, with options to support in the off-season groups. The CTL Program Specialist supports the camp by delivering quality outdoor camp experiences and providing exceptional service to campers and guests.
Essential Functions:
- Proficiently teach the program curriculum and concepts
- Assist in development of new programs
- Be actively engaged in, and adjust activities to accommodate varying group needs
- Assist in meal procedures
- Cooperate on maintaining the grounds and seeing that facility equipment is used properly
- Ability to relate well to children, to communicate effectively, build rapport, and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, other staff, and Y leadership
- Ensure a safe experience for all participants
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 Year of college course work and a minimum 24 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Any applicable certifications, training or licenses needed for specialized program required.
- Ability to obtain: Lifeguard Certification, High Ropes Certification, Low Ropes Certification, and/or Archery Certification.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred, not required
- Previous camp experience or experience working in a related field working with people preferred
- Ability and willingness to work outside in the Texas summer heat
- Must pass reference checks, pre-employment drug screen, background check and sex offender registry check
Pay Rate: $15.00-$19.00/hour
About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.
The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!
Skills Required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 Year of college course work and a minimum 24 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Any applicable certifications, training or licenses needed for specialized program required
- Ability to obtain Lifeguard Certification, High Ropes Certification, Low Ropes Certification, and/or Archery Certification
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Previous camp experience or experience working in a related field preferred
- Ability and willingness to work outside in the Texas summer heat
- Must pass reference checks, pre-employment drug screen, background check and sex offender registry check
What We Do
The YMCA of Central Texas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It provides a wide array of programs and services, including childcare, fitness classes, youth sports, and summer camps, aimed at promoting health and wellness for all ages.
