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What is a summer program staff?

Summer Program Staff are individuals hired to plan, coordinate, and supervise activities for participants in summer programs such as camps, enrichment courses, or recreational activities. Their responsibilities can include ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, leading group activities, and facilitating a fun, educational, and inclusive environment. They often work with children or teens, but may also serve adult groups, depending on the program. Summer Program Staff play a crucial role in creating memorable and positive experiences during the summer months.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer program staff, and why are they important?

To thrive as Summer Program Staff, you need strong organizational skills, experience working with youth, and typically a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with activity planning tools, safety protocols, and sometimes CPR/First Aid certification is commonly required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and adaptability help you engage participants and handle diverse situations. These skills ensure a safe, enriching environment and a positive experience for all program attendees.

What are some common challenges faced by summer program staff, and how can they be managed effectively?

Summer Program Staff often encounter challenges such as managing diverse groups of children, handling unexpected schedule changes, and maintaining high energy levels throughout long days. Effective communication, flexibility, and teamwork are key to overcoming these obstacles. Collaborating closely with colleagues and supervisors helps ensure smooth transitions and provides support when addressing behavioral or logistical issues. Additionally, staying organized and proactive in planning activities can minimize stress and create a positive experience for both staff and participants.

What is the difference between Summer Program Staff vs Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer Program StaffCamp Counselor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like CPR often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification often required
Work EnvironmentEducational or recreational settings, including camps, community centers, or summer programsCampgrounds, outdoor settings, residential or day camps
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, non-profits, summer camps, community organizationsSummer camps, youth organizations, recreational facilities
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in summer programs, job requirements, and responsibilitiesDetails about camp roles, supervision duties, and outdoor activities

Summer Program Staff and Camp Counselors often share similar qualifications and work environments, but Summer Program Staff may have broader responsibilities in educational or recreational settings, while Camp Counselors focus more on outdoor supervision and activity management at camps. Both roles are essential for summer youth programs and often require similar certifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Program Staff jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Program Staff jobs in Florida are:

What cities in Florida are hiring for Summer Program Staff jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Summer Program Staff job openings:

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Program Manager - Afterschool & Summer Camps

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

Flipany
Fitness and Sports Centers • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Flipanyexternal

$52K - $56K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

About FLIPANY
FLIPANY is a 501c (3) non-profit, community-based agency that serves to advance healthy equity through nutrition education, mentored physical activity programs, and wellness initiatives. FLIPANY is proud to service the South Florida Community (Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County).
FLIPANY is disrupting the way health and wellness support is offered to communities that have been historically ignored. We serve nutritious food, encourage healthy eating, and get people to move. Whether we are working with partners to connect families to food, teaching kids to dice veggies or kick a ball, or designing customized health and wellness programs, FLIPANY takes an active, "hands-on" approach. We incorporate life skills into all of our programs to increase the emotional well-being and resilience of the kids and families. We push beyond boundaries and explore every opportunity to offer creative health and wellness initiatives that inspire people to transform their lives forever.
Position Overview:
The Program Manager - Afterschool & Summer Camps is a full-time management position responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day implementation of FLIPANY's afterschool and summer camp programming. FLIPANY operates through an agency-to-agency model, and this position works closely with internal teams, community partners, and funders to support high-quality out-of-school time programming.
This role supports Children's Services Council (CSC)-funded Maximizing Out of School Time (MOST) afterschool and summer programs in Broward County and provides seasonal oversight of The Children's Trust (TCT) funded summer camp programs in Miami-Dade County. This position supports FLIPANY's first year of afterschool program implementation and plays a key role in program setup, including child care licensing preparation, staffing, site readiness, and operational planning.
The Program Manager ensures programs operate in alignment with approved scopes of work, licensing requirements, and funder expectations and supports required data entry, reporting, and compliance activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Level 2 background screening Required
  • Active Director Credential (DCF or equivalent) required
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of experience coordinating or managing afterschool and/or summer camp programs
  • Valid Florida Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle for travel to program sites

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Experience with out-of-school time programming, licensing, compliance, or publicly funded youth programs (e.g., CSC, TCT, school districts) preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Teams to support program coordination, communication, and documentation
  • Strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills, with attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively and consistently meet deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with site staff, partner agencies, and internal teams
  • Working knowledge of youth program operations, licensing standards, and compliance requirements
  • Ability to adapt to seasonal program schedules and operational needs
  • Availability for occasional evenings and weekends as required for program needs, deadlines, or events

Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and support the day-to-day operations of afterschool programs in Broward County
  • Support the launch of FLIPANY's afterschool programming during the first year of implementation, start-up, including site readiness, schedules, staffing plans, and operational setup
  • Assist with preparation for required licenses, permits, inspections, and compliance documentation related to after-school and summer programming
  • Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and supervision of after-school and summer program staff
  • Provide onsite program support as needed to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality program operations
  • Monitor daily attendance, program activities, and fidelity to approved scopes of work
  • Coordinate summer camp programming in Broward County, serving up to 60 youths.
  • Provide seasonal oversight of summer camp programs in Miami-Dade County, including periodic onsite support in Florida City
  • Serve as a point of contact for parents and caregivers during program hours, supporting enrollment, attendance, and ongoing communication
  • Assist families with enrollment processes, required forms, and program expectations
  • Support family engagement efforts and maintain positive, responsive communication with parents and caregivers in coordination with site partners and the Senior Program Manager
  • Conduct site visits as needed to support program quality, compliance, and operational consistency
  • Enter and maintain required program data in systems, including SAMIS, and support reporting requirements
  • Track attendance, services delivered, and program activities in alignment with funder requirements
  • Maintain accurate program files, documentation, and operational records
  • Coordinate with fiscal and program teams to support reimbursement, reporting, and compliance requirements
  • Support documentation of procedures, workflows, and operational practices during the first year of after-school implementation
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required to support program operations and organizational needs

Physical Requirements:
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Exposure to extreme temperatures, extreme sunlight, noise, heights, dirt, dust, and potentially hazardous chemicals is common. Work may be performed on uneven surfaces. While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to lift, carry and/or push articles weighing up to 50 lbs.
The employee is frequently required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. Must have use of hands to finger, handle, or feel and/or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Must have the ability to see, read, talk, and hear. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of equipment, such as, but not limited to, a personal computer, calculator, copy machine, and fax machine.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
FLIPANY is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer
This job opportunity requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. http://info.flclearinghouse.com

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