2024 Counselor in Training Application ("CIT")
Camp Oak Hill (COH) is searching for recent high school graduates with a demonstrated Christian faith, a passion for youth ministry in a camp setting, and strong active leadership to apply to be a Counselor in Training summer 2024. What will this look like? Spend the summer living, working, and building relationships with campers from 2nd to 12th grade. Actively serve alongside counselors throughout the summer. Develop leadership skills, benefit from intentional discipleship, and witness growth. Why be a counselor in training? So that you can provide an experience of excellence through authentic relationships with mature Christian staff devoted to sharing the love of Christ with each and every camper. If interested, please fill out this application honestly and thoroughly to be considered for a CIT position. If you have any questions or concerns, please email scott@campoakhill.org.

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Personal Information
Date of Birth
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Are you at least 18 years old?
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If no, when will you turn 18?
Will you graduate high school in 2024?
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What are your plans for fall 2024?
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Application Questions
Staff training is May 29th-June 19th. Do you have conflicts with these dates? If so, what are they?
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Summer camp runs from June 11th to August 5th. Do you have any conflicts with these dates? If yes, please list the dates you couldn't work.
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CIT's may be expected to be trained in Lifeguarding and/or Zipline (must be 18). Which interests you?
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Please select the programs that you have been a part of at Camp Oak Hill:
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Please Note:
Not participating in any of the above does not discredit you from being selected as a CIT.
Participation in any of the above WILL NOT guarantee you to be selected as a CIT.
If applicable, briefly describe your experiences in ACE, LIT, or SLT and how they have prepared you to be a CIT.
If you are new to Camp Oak Hill, how did you hear about us?
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What are your reasons for applying to be a CIT? What do you hope to gain from your experience?
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CITs will focus on servant leadership this summer. What does that mean to you?
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Give a brief description of your Christian faith journey and who Jesus is to you.
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Write a short paragraph explaining the ways that you currently pursue growth with Christ in your daily life.
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In your own words, what is the gospel?
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Give a brief description of your church background and involvement.
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Briefly describe any experience you have working with children and/or youth.
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Do you possess any special skills or training that would benefit you as a CIT and could possibly enrich the ministry of Camp Oak Hill?
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Current certifications (Lifeguard, First Aid, etc.) and Expiration dates:
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References
Note: Please do not include any active Camp Oak Hill employees/volunteers/etc as one of your references. This includes full time staff and summer staff.

Please include the names and emails of the following 3 reference types: Ministerial, character, and previous employer. If you do not have a previous employer, please include the name and email of another character reference. Please note that family members cannot be used as one of your references.
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Character Reference Name:
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Character Reference Email:
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Previous Employer Name:
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Previous Employer Email:
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COH Personnel Policies
The CIT agrees that while employed by Camp Oak Hill, he or she will adhere to the customs, policies, and ideals of the camp, in keeping with its Christian purpose. He or she agrees to conduct themselves at all times, both at camp and away from camp, in such a manner that they will be a credit to themselves and the camp, and to pursue habits and practices that will enable them to be mentally alert and physically fit in the exercise of their duties.
Social Media
Online platforms (including  websites, blogs, chat rooms and message boards; social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Reddit, Pinterest, Snapchat, TikTok, and others; and e-mail) are a common means of communication and self-expression. It is important that your personal conduct and online presence are conducive to the core values, vision, and mission of Camp Oak Hill.  Breach of this policy may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment.
Do you agree to abide by this policy?
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Twitter Handle:
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Personal Code of Conduct
We strive to be a strong, positive influence on campers who are developing their personal habits and values. A CIT's example is important in this matter; therefore, it is the policy of Camp Oak Hill that all staff members abstain from the use of alcohol, tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) and illegal drugs, and maintain good personal habits of conduct, grooming, and hygiene while employed at Camp Oak Hill. It is strongly urged that you maintain these habits in between employment with Oak Hill as well. If there were to be a problem in this area, it is grounds for dismissal.

ALCOHOL: Staff and non staff personnel will refrain from using tobacco products (e-cigarettes included), using alcoholic beverages, or using illegal drugs at all times either on duty or off duty.
LANGUAGE: Proper language should be used at all times. Profanity is prohibited.
ATTITUDE: Staff members are expected to render a high quality of enthusiastic service and leadership that will be wholesome and expected to exercise good judgment, creative thinking and mature discipline.
APPEARANCE: All staff members are expected to maintain good personal hygiene and be mindful of how they present themselves to campers and to parents.
DATING: Dating between staff members is discouraged during the summer, as it can take focus away from duties and responsibilities, most importantly the focus on campers. If this becomes and issue it can lead up to termination.
OTHER POLICIES: It is expected that you will take all rules, regulations, and policies seriously. As a CIT, we ask that you set the tone and lead by example not only to campers but also to your fellow staff.
Do you agree to abide by this code of conduct?
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Have you used illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or e-cigarettes in the last 6 months?
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If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
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If yes, please explain.
Physical and Mental Fitness
Job responsibilities include moderate to strenuous exercise, long days, and the mental capacity and maturity to assist in handling stressful situations. Responsibilities also require that undivided attention be given to the care and well being of our campers. All staff members should feel comfortable upholding these requirements without reservation.
Are you capable of meeting these requirements?
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If you answered maybe, please list any concerns you may have that would prevent you from fully meeting the physical or mental responsibilities of this job:
Authorization and Acknowledgments
I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I am employed, any false statements on this application may be grounds for dismissal.

I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I also grant permission to contact all references listed, and authorize them to release all information concerning my previous employment and any other pertinent information those references might have, personal and otherwise. I release all parties for all liability for any damage that may result from furnishing this information to you.

I understand and agree that, if hired, Camp Oak Hill reserves the right to terminate the relationship at will, with or without cause, at any time, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law.
Camp Oak Hill conducts a criminal background check on all potential staff. Do you agree to allow Camp Oak Hill to perform this check?
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