Everglades Youth Conservation Camp
DEADLINE FOR STAFF APPLICATION APRIL 15, 2010
STAFF POSITIONS
The EYCC fosters awareness, appreciation and concern for Florida’s wildlife and
environment through outdoor recreation and environmental education in a
residential setting. All of our programs focus on environmental issues relating
to South Florida. Staff must be available from June 8th to August 8th. Staff is
provided a competitive salary, housing and meals for the whole camp period.
The positions available are listed. Each position requires a specific amount of
training and development. Please indicate on your application which position(s)
best suits your skills and interest level. If you wish to apply for a position
for which you do not have the certification for, please contact Chris Hill,
Summer Camp Coordinator, at (561)686-6600 to discuss possible training courses
available prior to camp.
A minimum age requirement of 18 is necessary for the Instructor positions.
Staff must be available to work from June 7th- August 7th.
| Instructional Positions |
Ages |
Description |
| Nature Seekers |
8 - 9 yrs old |
Introduction to environmental programming and outdoor adventure activities |
| Wildlife Adventurers |
10-11 yrs old |
Introduction to South Fla. Ecosystems and Environmental concepts |
| Jr. Voyagers |
11-12 yrs old |
Introduction to Freshwater Ecology |
| Ranger |
12-14 yrs old |
Hunter Safety/ Firearm Program – Must Have Hunter Safety Certification |
| Trail Blazers |
12-13 yrs old |
Environmental and Outdoor Living Skills with one overnight camp out |
| Explorers |
13-14 yrs old |
Environmental and Outdoor Living Skills with two overnight camp outs |
| Mariners |
13-14 yrs old |
Marine Ecology Program - Must be at least 21 yrs old with a clean driver’s license |
| Canoe Instructor |
All ages |
Provide instruction and supervision for canoeing for all campers. Candidate must be a canoe instructor or willing to be trained as one. |
| Lifeguard |
All ages |
Provide supervision for pond swimming for all campers. Must be a certified Lifeguard |
| Range Master |
All ages |
Provide instruction and supervision on archery range for all campers and shooting sports for camper sin the Rangers program. Must be a certified Hunter Safety Instructor or be able to complete one day NADA training course to be qualified by May 2010 |
| Fishing / Sports |
All ages |
Provide instruction and supervision at fishing area and sport activities. Willing to assist with other program areas |
GROUP LEADERS/ CABIN COUNSELORS: 16 POSITIONS AVAILABLE
(8-14yrs old)
Role involves assisting instructors during the day and staying with campers in the cabins at night.
Must facilitate evening activities and manage group through the night. Group leaders provide a vital
role in monitoring the campers at all times and providing the cohesive structure to a camper’s
experience. Group leaders are housed with up to 16 campers and 2 junior counselors.
2010 STAFF TRAINING
Our training schedule is as follows. Please be aware that the dates may change for the training
as a direct result of the impact that weather has had on the academic schedule.
Mandatory All Staff Training: June 7th - 11th
FORMS (Requires Adobe Acrobat)
All 2010 Staff Application forms must be filled out and returned together. If you have any questions
concerning the programs please email Chris Hill at
chill38@fau.edu