Camp Counselor/CIT Application 2022

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Jackson County 4-H is excited to announce 4-H summer camp at Camp Myrtlewood for 2022!

We are looking for Camp Counselors who are in 8th-12th grade to volunteer for the 2022 4-H overnight camp season at Camp Myrtlewood in Myrtle Point, Oregon. Volunteer camp counselors gain valuable job experience, learn about leadership and responsibility, and become role models for the 4th-7th grade campers. 4-H Camp Myrtlewood will occur between July 25 and July 29. 4-H and non-4-H youth from Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Douglas, Lake, and Coos County in Oregon are welcome to apply. Applicants for camp counselor must be 16+ years old by July 1, 2022 (completed 10th grade) and applicants for CIT (counselor in training) must be 14-15 years old (completed 8th or 9th Grade). If you're younger, be on the lookout for camp registration later this Spring--campers can be ages 9-13!

To apply, interested youth should fill out the application and essay questions. Please note ALL applicants will need to complete two references. Applications are due by March 9th at 8AM. We are also recruiting applicants for adult staff. New counselors will be expected to participate in a phone interview sometime in March. Transportation to and from Camp Myrtlewood will be provided.

DATES TO KEEP OPEN:
March 9th at 7PM: Mandatory Counselor Interest Meet and Greet (plus deciding the camp theme!)
April 1-3: Southern Oregon Camp Counselor and Leadership Retreat
May 21-22: Diversity and Inclusion Counselor Training in Salem (optional)
Evening in May work session
Mandatory: An all-day training June 29 or 30
Wrap up planning: a half day during July 19-23
July 25-29: Camp!

Camp is free for all camp counselors ages 16 years and older. CIT's (counselors in training) will have a discounted camp fee. If you are able to commit to all of the requirements (interview, 30 hours of training, and available the week of camp) we’d welcome your application.

If you have any questions, or cannot make any of the mandatory meetings, please contact: Steven McIntyre, 541-776-7371, steven.mcintyre@oregonstate.edu

Thank you in advance for your consideration!

Name (First and Last) *

Birth Date *

YYYY

Age on July 1 of this year.

County *

Gender

Cell Phone *

Email (that is accessible after school is out) *

Applicant should regularly check emails for updates, trainings, and other camp information.

Parent name, email and phone number

School Attending (N/A if not applicable) *

Grade (N/A if not applicable) *

Do you hold a current First Aid Card? *

Yes

Do you hold a current CPR Card? *

Yes

Are you a current 4-H member or alumni? *

Which position are you applying for? *

Counselor in Training (CIT): Must be 14 or 15 by July 1 and completed 8th or 9th Grade

Counselor: Must be 16+ years old as of July 1 (completed 10th Grade)

Adult Staff: Must have graduated from high school and have camp experience or be >18 years old

CAMPS YOU HAVE ATTENDED: List the last 3 camp programs you attended as a camper. Can include outdoor school. Please include: Camp Name, Location (county or city, state), Dates–rough estimate, and how old you were. *

CAMP LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE: Describe all camp leadership experience, most recent first. Include: Name of Camp, Location (county, state), Dates worked, Position, Duties *

OTHER EXPERIENCE: List any other leadership experiences or jobs (volunteer or paid) you have held. Please Include: Employer/Activity, Location, Dates worked, Position, Duties *

Describe the qualities you possess that would make you a great camp counselor. *

Tell us about a time when you’ve made a positive impact on the life of a child. *

Group living can be stressful. How do you cope when you feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed? *

Please provide the name and email of two non-family individuals who are willing to be your reference. (They will be emailed a reference form. If your reference does not check email, please provide their name and address so a paper copy can be mailed to them.) *

Affirmations (Please Check All) *

I understand as a new or returning applicant I will do a phone interview with the 4-H Educator; therefore I must check my email for interview dates. Selection preference is given to those who get in all their materials and conduct the interview prior to the deadline.

I understand if I am selected, I will be required to attend trainings. Trainings will occur monthly at a location to be announced.

I understand that I need to stay for the duration of camp. A few counselors will be chosen to ride the bus to and from camp with the campers, depending on job duties. I may not get my first choice for cabin, age group or duty, but I will work with the 4-H educator to determine the best way I can help the campers.

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What questions, comments or concerns do you have for us? Thanks for applying!

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