Seasonal Arts & Crafts Camp Specialist (Residential)

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Sunshine Beach (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Arts and Crafts Specialist to supervise and maintain safe, engaging crafts programs for campers at Camp Seymour in Gig Harbor, WA. This seasonal role is up to 40 hours per week and includes room and board. Dates are June 7 to August 20, 2027.

Applicants must be at least 20, have camp experience, CPR/First Aid/AED, and pass background checks. You will plan, organize, and facilitate arts activities, supervise equipment, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Minimum age 20.
• One season or more of camp experience.
• Experience teaching camp activities and/or two years of personal arts/crafts.
• Positive attitude and experience with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of program activities, equipment setup, and age-appropriate instruction.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Pass background and reference checks per WA State Fair Chance Act.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate all arts and crafts programming for Overnight Camp and visiting groups.
• Monitor arts and crafts equipment and supplies; resupply as necessary.
• Plan, facilitate, and support evening programming with setup, teardown, supervision, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Work with the Assistant Camp Director of Programs to ensure quality programming.
• Coordinate with leadership staff to implement the overall camp program.
• Add creativity and variety to camp programs with camp directors and staff.
• Serve as a Cabin Counselor when coverage is needed.
• 40 hours/week with Saturdays and Sundays off.
• Build lasting connections and employment experience.
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked.

Skills

Camp experience

Arts & crafts instruction

Diversity awareness

Child safety supervision

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Arts and Crafts Specialist to supervise and maintain safe, engaging crafts programs for campers at Camp Seymour in Gig Harbor, WA. This seasonal role is up to 40 hours per week and includes room and board. Dates are June 7 to August 20, 2027.

Applicants must be at least 20, have camp experience, CPR/First Aid/AED, and pass background checks. You will plan, organize, and facilitate arts activities, supervise equipment, and coordinate with