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The Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay are actively hiring for summer camp positions in Hillsborough and Pasco counties. They seek to fill up to 70 roles for camp and year-round after-school programs, with training planned by the end of May. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and pay ranges from $8.75 to $15 hourly, depending on experience. The organization is also addressing staffing challenges in areas such as bus driving. A recent merger with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast will further enhance their service to local youth.
Tampa Bay — The Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay are gearing up for their Summer Day Camp, actively hiring for both full-time and part-time positions at locations in Hillsborough and Pasco counties. The organization seeks to strengthen its staffing for the summer camp as well as year-round after-school programs, with plans to have new hires onboard by the end of May for training purposes.
Typically, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay employs between 50 to 70 staff members to manage their camp programs each summer. While prior experience in childcare is advantageous, it is not a requirement for applicants. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, and available positions offer hourly pay ranging from $8.75 to $15, reflecting the applicant’s job experience. Some roles are full-time, while others are part-time, depending on the specific needs of each club.
Moreover, there are always part-time opportunities available throughout the year for the after-school program. As stated by the Director of Marketing and Communications, part-time positions are more prevalent compared to full-time ones. The organization faces challenges in filling certain roles, such as bus drivers, which are highlighted as particularly difficult to recruit for.
To ensure the safety and well-being of participants, staff screening includes comprehensive drug testing and background checks for all employees, including administrative staff. At Bethune Park in Wimauma, there is an urgent call for after-school program specialists, with a preference for candidates with some form of informal childcare experience, such as babysitting.
Interested individuals can apply online or visit club locations to obtain application forms. Currently, the organization operates with approximately 40 to 50 full-time staff members in various administrative and club roles, with occasional opportunities available at these offices. The organization values applicants who are energetic, engaging, and committed to the mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs.
In a significant development, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay are set to merge with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast. This merger will create one of the largest Boys & Girls Clubs organizations in the nation, aimed at improving program delivery and expanding their reach to serve a greater number of students across multiple locations.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay currently cater to approximately 3,000 youth each day across 42 sites within Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties, boasting an operational budget of $23 million. Their diverse programs encompass after-school tutoring, mentorship, sports, emotional wellness initiatives, workforce readiness training, and recreational activities.
The merger, driven by a common vision to enhance service delivery to youth, will better address the needs of vulnerable populations, particularly “disconnected youth” aged 16-24. The two organizations have previously collaborated under a shared services agreement since November 2023, leading to improved operational efficiencies and reduced costs.
The President and CEO, who himself participated in the Boys & Girls Clubs as a child, expresses optimism regarding the potential of the newly combined organization to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. With this merger, the Boys and Girls Clubs aim to fulfill the unmet needs of the community and enhance their capacity to support local youth effectively.
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- 83 Degrees Media: Boys and Girls Club Hiring
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- Spectrum Local News: Historic Merger
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Boys and Girls Clubs
- Business Observer: Nonprofit Merger
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- Nevada Business: Credit One Bank and Boys & Girls Clubs
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