Counselor in Training /Jr. Counselor (CIT/JC)      Application 2024
Applicants, we are glad you have heard about this position and are interested in applying to work as a Counselor in Training/Junior Counselor this year at Camp CREATE! Please make sure you have read through the details of the position (job description) on our website before completing this application to assure you understand the expectations and needs of this role*. Once we receive your application we will email you to set up a 30 minute interview.

*This application must be filled out by the applicant themselves. This is part of the process to encourage self leadership, reflection and written communication, thank you!
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Please provide the highlight reel of your name, age, email and what grade you will be going into next year! If you are under 16, we will also need to know your's guardian's information to make sure we coordinate appropriately with them for summer programing.
First Name *
Last Name *
Applicant's personal email address *
Age (Currently) *
What grade will you be going into next year ('24-'25)?
What school do you currently attend?
If under 16, please share the name(s) and email(s) of your guardian.
APPLICANT AVAILABILITY
It is important that every CIT/JC attend a two day training on June 29th and 30th and we ask that each CIT/JC commit to supporting two full weeks of camp throughout the summer. Please verify the weeks you are indeed available, below. If there are any applicable notes or comments to share concerning your summer availability, please share in the comment box.
What weeks are you available and interested in working this summer? *
Please confirm your availability to join CIT/JC Training as it is mandatory
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Any notes or comments to share with us regarding your summer availability or interested?
JOB RELATED QUESTIONS
We would like to get to know you a bit more, and the thoughts and experience you have related to working with elementary-age children and adult leaders, in a camp experience. Please answer the questions below in a complete and thoughtful fashion for us to glean insight into your approach and/or interest in this role.
Why are you interested in working at Camp CREATE as a CIT/JC? What do you hope to gain from the experience? *
What are some strategies you might use in order to manage a group of 12-15 campers to have a safe and fun experience at camp?
What ages do you have the most experience working with, and what ages are you most interested in working with this summer? (We have campers ranging in age from 4-10 years old at our camp)
If a camper is struggling with a project, or is presenting difficult behavior, how might you respond?
If a counselor or adult needs your support, how reliable are you in getting the job done if told explicitly what to do?
I get distracted and can often loose sight of the responsibility, and need to be reminded several times in order to complete a task
I am focused and determined until the responsibility is complete and I report back in full as soon as I am finished
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Experience and References
We know you as an applicant might come to us with a range of limited to robust experience working with children or stepping into support, and leadership roles. Please think about what experiences, qualifications, certifications, relationships or opportunities you have had that you believe puts you in a place to be an excellent candidate for the Counselor in Training role
What experiences do you have working with elementary aged children in a learning environment? (When did this take place and for how long were you engaged in this experience?)
Do you have any certifications or other notable qualifications that make you an excellent candidate for this role? (When did this take place and for how long were you engaged in this experience?)
Who in your life have you worked with who would provide you a fair and positive reference in regard to your work ethic including your focus, follow through, professionalism and patience? (What is your relationship to you and for how long have you known or worked with them?)
Thank you for your thoughtful and thorough responses to our questions.
Once we review your application we will reach out to you on your personal email, and set up a time for a short interview. If you have any questions or further information to share with us, please reach out to campcreate@cascadesacademy.org.
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