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COUNSELOR APPLICATION

Thank you for your interest in Blessed Sacrament Church Summer Camp. God continues to bless us and make each year better than the year before. We know that He uses the efforts of wonderful counselors who give their time and their lives to make camp special for the kids who come each summer. Without the counselors camp would not be possible.

We take very seriously our responsibility and commitment to the campers as well as to you a prospective staff member. We know that a summer is a precious thing. We want to meet your expectations for this summer and, while doing so, make camp better than ever for the campers. The application will give us a frame of reference for who you are. When we do our job right from the start, you end up cherishing your time here. Camp can be much more than a summer job; it is a platform to have significant impact on the lives of the campers as well as a lifelong reference point and a springboard for lasting friendships with other counselors. We are responsible to the campers and to their parents to ensure their children are led by Christians of character and commitment. You may have the opportunity to be the kind of role model that parents would be proud to have involved in the lives of their children.

Camp is a lot of fun. There is no need to be an expert; your attitude will determine your success. Enthusiasm and your own enjoyment of camp are what set the mood. This is the way to truly experience camp as it takes the first part of the summer to really learn camp and how to be most effective in your ministry. You will leave with a deep sense of satisfaction after investing this kind of time into the lives of the campers. There will be staff training period before the campers arrive which you are required to

attend.

We will get back in touch with you very soon after you send us your application. We will arrange an interview face to face. Checking references takes time, but we will get back in touch as soon as possible.

Camp Counselor Hours are 8:30 AM to 3:30* - Monday through Friday. (*later on trip days).

Summer Camp runs from 7/8/2024 – 8/9/2024.

There is a mandatory counselor orientation held BEFORE the start of the Summer Camp.

Thank you for taking the time to fill out this application thoughtfully and honestly. We appreciate your willingness to do so and look forward to hearing from you soon!

Sincerely,

Karen A. Soares-Robinson

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Job Description for Blessed Sacrament

Summer Camp Counselor

Qualifications:

Loves kids
Demonstrates experience working with children, the ability to teach and lead various recreational activities. Has excellent character, reliability and adaptability
The ability to communicate and work with children
The desire and ability to work in a cooperative, team-oriented atmosphere
Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
Camp Counselor Hours - 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday through Friday from 7/8/2024 – 8/09/2024.
You are required to stay for counselor meeting after camp each day.

Counselor Responsibilities

Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being and happiness of campers
Learn the likes and dislikes of each camper
Recognize and respond to opportunities for group problem solving
Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success while at camp
Encourage respect for personal property, camp equipment and facilities
Set a good example for campers in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, clean-up chores, rules, and sportsmanship
Guide campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities
Supervise, assist instructors and actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day. Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
Prepare for and actively participate in pre-camp training and weekly meetings
Meet/communicate regularly with Director regarding concerns, updates, challenges
Submit all required paperwork on time

THE THREE MOST IMPORTANT QUALITIES YOU MUST POSSESS…

Tons of energy (and we mean tons!!)
A willingness to make a fool of yourself for the sake of making a kid smile
A desire to have fun!!!!

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Counselor Employment Application

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Do you have any certifications (i.e. babysitting, CPR, first aid)

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If you answered yes to having allergies or medical needs, please explain.

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IN THE SPACE PROVIDED PLEASE ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS.

1. What characteristics do you possess which would make you a good counselor/instructor?

2. Why do you want to work for the Blessed Sacrament Church Summer Camp?

4. Give your definition of teamwork. Then describe how important this concept is in the framework of a summer camp.

5. What are some of the benefits that summer camp can/should add to a camper's life?

6. If there was one word that could sum up what summer camp means to you. What would it be?

7. Do you have any other commitments from July 1st through July 31st? If so, would it interfere with your work schedule?

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PERMISSION and RELEASE

I give permission for my child to attend Blessed Sacrament Church Summer Camp and, in consideration of my child’s participation, I hereby release Blessed Sacrament Summer Camp, and its agents from any claim, liability, damage, or loss of any type whatsoever which may arise in connection with this activity/program. In doing so I acknowledge my authority to sign this release.

I understand that from time to time the church may use photographs/video recordings of participants in Blessed Sacrament Summer Camp Enrichment for Kids! programs for public relations interest stories, articles, news and other marketing of Blessed Sacrament Church in the newspaper, on television, and the web site. I give permission for such photographs of my child to be used for marketing purposes.

I authorize Blessed Sacrament Church to obtain medical treatment for my child in an emergency or to take other necessary actions for my child’s safety and well-being. I release and agree to indemnify Blessed Sacrament Church from any liability to any person arising out of good faith decisions made by Blessed Sacrament Church pursuant to the provisions of this paragraph.

I hereby give permission for my child, to participate in the transportation program and to travel on a school bus for field trips with the Blessed Sacrament Church Camp. I also give my permission for my child to be transported if necessary in emergency situations when the camp needs to be evacuated for the safety of the children.

Paren Signature

About Us

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203-333-1202

pastor@blessedsacramentbpt.org

275 Union Ave, Bridgeport, CT, United States

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