Summer Job Postings

Waterfront Director/ Lifeguard, Camp Indian Sands, Neshkoro, WI

Job Description:

• Our primary mission is to serve children from the city of Milwaukee
• We are in need of a certified lifeguard to ensure a safe and fun summer experience for our campers
  

Qualifications:

• Certified lifeguard
  

Salary/Benefits:

• $200/ week
  

To Apply
Contact Tim at tim@campindiansands.org for a Job Application

Youth Program Leaders, Pillsbury United Communities, Locations throughout Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• This posting represents all open temporary positions working with youth this summer at Pillsbury United communities at Brian Coyle Community Center – 420 15^th Ave. S; Oak Park Center – 1701 Oak Park Av. N; Pillsbury House – 3501 Chicago Ave. S.
• These positions include Behavior and Nutrition Specialist, Youth Specialist, Gym Attendants and others
• They vary in required qualifications, responsibilities and compensation
• If you are interested in gaining valuable experience working with youth in a progressive non-profit organization, please apply, and indicate any location preference
• Assist in providing quality youth programming that included academics, arts, leadership development, recreation and sports teams
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for youth ages 5-16
• Maintain positive relationships with participant’s parents to ensure continued enrollment/parent participation
• Contribute to a positive working environment
• Manage the behavior of youth enrolled in programs by building strong relationships with them and their parents, conduct 1:1 and group interventions, and consulting with other staff members about incentives and consequences
• The Behavior and Nutrition Specialist, at Oak Park, will mange all aspects of the summer food and nutrition program, including daily pick-up of lunches, prepare and distribute food to youth, maintain accurate meal counts and other paperwork, and maintain good communication with nutrition Center personnel
• Manage all aspects of summer food and nutrition program, including daily lunch pick-up, prepare/distribute food to youth, maintain accurate meal counts/paperwork, and maintain good communication with staff Maintain proper documentation and confidentiality
• Provide first-aid for children and inform parents through incident reports

Qualifications:

• Positions require varying amounts of education/experience, from a high school diploma to a college degree
• High degree of comfort working with inner city populations
• Demonstrated flexibility and responsibility
• Creative thinking, decision making, problem solving, and reasoning skills and capable of taking initiative
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of the developmental needs of youth
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to relate effectively and work respectfully with people of various cultures and backgrounds
• Willingness to learn and improve as a child care professional
• Some positions require the ability to become an Agency authorized driver within two weeks of hire
• The stamina necessary to effectively work with a group of youth with a wide range of abilities and needs

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply
Send resume and Cover Letter to MACC Common Wealth Human Resources, 414 S. 8^th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404. E-mail hr@puc-mn.org. Fax: 612.341.1653. Application forms available at all Pillsbury United Community Locations or at www.puc-mn.org.

Camp Nurse, North Star Camp For Boys, NW Part of Wisconsin

Job Description:

• Camp nursing is a great start to a nursing career and a nice break from school
• It looks great on a resume as well as being a great educational experience
• North Star provides the ultimate experience of a new grad – our Camp Director is an R.N. wit 25 years of pediatric experience
• She provides orientation, ongoing training, mentoring and supervision that new grads appreciate when just finishing nursing school
• A great way to get your feet wet in the nursing profession
• You will learn a great deal about outpatient Pediatrics while working with the doctors and pediatric nurse on our staff
• North Star is celebrating its 66^th year of providing quality camping experiences
• 170 boys come from all over the country and some parts of the world to attend
• North Star is located in the NW part of Wisconsin on a chain of 5 lakes with 2.5 miles of shoreline
• What other job would afford you the opportunity to go sailing, fishing, water skiing, mountain biking etc. with your clients?
• Dates are June 9 – August 11

Qualifications:

Salary/Benefits:

• Excellent salary includes room, board, lots of training and transportation expenses

To Apply
Call Sue Lebby at 520.577.7925, or sue@northstarcamp.com, or check out our website at www.northstarcamp.com.

Sports Directors and Coaches, Skyhawks, Multiple Cities in MN

Job Description:

• Do you enjoy sports? Do you like having fun and working with kids?
• Do yo like spending your summer days outside? Do you want to improve your teaching/coaching skills?
• If this sounds like you, come work for Skyhawks, the largest provider of sports programs for kids
• Looking for those interested in teaching young athletes (ages 4-14) the rules, techniques and strategies of the following activities:
• Soccer, baseball, basketball, cheer-leading, beginning golf, tennis, flag football, multi-sport, Tiny-Hawk, lacrosse, volleyball, track & field
• Directors and Coaches positions available for both week-long half-day programs and week-long full-day programs
• Skyhawks assigns staff on a weekly basis
• Staff who do an excellent job and perform well will work on a consistent basis
• Staffing is based on a number of factors including number of sports staff can teach, flexibility in driving to different locations, and how well the staff are currently doing their job
• Programs typically are from 9am-noon, 1pm-4pm, or 9am-3pm M-F
• Staff works 18-19 hours/week for 1/2 day camps, 33-34 hours/week for full day camps
• Evening hours also available
• Typically run over an 8-10 week period starting in June and concluding the last week of August
  

Qualifications:

• Looking for sports-oriented individuals who are highly-motivated, energetic people who enjoy working with children
• Requires staff to attend 2-3 training sessions -held in evenings and weekends in June
• Requires Directors to be First Aid and CPR certified and Coaches to be First Aid Certified by the time you work your first camp
• Staff must be at least 17 years old by June 1st
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Between $8/hour to $13/hour based on school level and experience
  

To Apply
If interested, please apply online at www.skyhawks.com
Additional information, contact: Sean Elder 651.917.1707 or selder@skyhawks.com

Summer Camp Senior Group Leader, Northwest Youth and Family Services, Shoreview, MN

Job Description:

• Purpose for position: to help youth ages 5-12 develop skills and increase self-confidence while participating with other youth in a fun, safe environment

• Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with program participants

• Model appropriate behavior to participants

• Interact with parents of participants when necessary

• Assist junior group leaders as they learn how to work with children

• Create a safe and respectful program environment

• Deliver program components appropriate for participant development level

• Co-develop and lead engaging program activities consistently

• Maintain program records as needed

• Accept direction from site leader

• Present and upon a positive image of NYFS in public

• Attend and contribute to staff trainings and planning sessions

Qualifications:

• 2 years experience with youth enrolled in degree program related to psychology, social work, education, child psych
• Ability to establish relationships that empower youth
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Ability to make responsible, mature decisions
• Must be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form
• Must be able to life and set up a table weighing 20 pounds

Salary/Benefits:

• $9.00 - $10.50 depending on experience

To Apply
Contact Tim Gusk with Cover Letter, Resume, and References at 651.486.3808 or at tim@nyfs.org. Visit online at www.nyfs.org.

Various Positions, Camp Kamaji for Girls, Northern Minnesota

Job Description:

• Kamaji is a residential summer camp for girls located in Northern Minnesota. Each summer, 160 girls (ages 7-15) and 80+ staff members come together to enjoy the magic of camping

• Looking for cabin counselors who teach one of the following activities: sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, fishing, sea-kayaking, English horseback riding, tennis, archery, aerobics/dance, outdoor living skills and low-ropes course/climbing wall (women only)

• We are looking for program specialists in one of the activities listed above (men and women).

• Wilderness Trip leaders who lead trips from two to eight days in length (women or men)

• Assistant cooks (women or men)

• Office workers/camp drivers (women or men)

Qualifications:

• Spontaneous, flexible, fun-living, child-like without being childish, as well as those with TLC to give

Salary/Benefits:

• Competitive, based upon education, experience, qualifications, etc. Ranging from $2000 - $2400 for the minimum employment period of June 11-August 13.

• Room and board

• Transportation allowance ($100-$400)

• Additional weekly salary beginning at $200 per week for pre- and post-season work

To Apply
Go to our website at www.kamaji.com and double click on Summer Jobs page where you will find an on-line application. Or, email Kat Martin (Asst. Director): kat@kamaji.com, or telephone Kat for additional information at 773.857.3378.

Summer Camp Counselors, Friendship Ventures, Annandale, MN

Job Description:

• Responsible for the health, personal care needs, safety and general welfare of all individuals who are assigned to their cabin

• Assist individuals with physical disabilities or other limitations who need support with eating meals, walking, transferring, using the bathroom, etc

• Responsible to needs and interests of the cabin group

• Also to take part in all activities with them with encouragement and positive reinforcement

Qualifications:

• The counselor should be a high school graduate, preferably in college
• A successful volunteer experience with Friendship Ventures may be an acceptable substitute for age requirement
• Must be physically and emotionally strong, mentally alert, creative, and flexible
• Must have the ability to lift at least 40 lbs and work well with others

Salary/Benefits:

• $175/week + room and board and additional pay

To Apply
Fill out the online job application at www.friendshipventures.org by July 1

Program Leader, Friendship Ventures, Annandale, MN

Job Description:

• Program Leaders work in a specific program area developing and facilitating activities

• Program areas include, but are not limited to: Arts and Crafts, Music, Fishing, Ropes Course, General Recreation, Special Interest, Archery, Camping, Day Trips and more

• Program Leaders also help out in the cabins supporting the counselors in camper care

Qualifications:

• Must be a high school graduate, preferably in college
• Experience in the specific program area applying for
• Enthusiasm and creativity are needed
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs

Salary/Benefits:

• $175/week + room and board and additional pay

To Apply
Fill out the online job application at www.friendshipventures.org by July 1

Lifeguard, Friendship Ventures, Annandale, MN

Job Description:

• Assume responsibility for safety of campers and staff during all aquatic activities

• Assist with instruction for learning to swim and adapted activities

• Assist with planning and leading rainy day activities

• Assist with maintenance and cleaning of waterfront beach, boating areas and pool

• Is responsible for providing a safe environment for to be involved in waterfront activities

• Assist in their involvement in waterfront activities

Qualifications:

• Should be at least 18 years old and should have previous experience with waterfront supervision and swimming instruction
• A W.S.I. Certificate or an equivalent is preferred and certification in Lifeguard Training is required
• Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer is required

Salary/Benefits:

• $175/week + room and board and additional pay

To Apply
Fill out the online job application at www.friendshipventures.org by July 1