2024 Youth Leader Application
***APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT***

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday April 28th

REGISTRATION FEE: $200  (Registration Fee will be collected when participant is accepted into the program.)

This application must be completed by Youth Leader participants and not by parents/guardians.

The Youth Leader program is designed for teens to develop leadership and communication skills while serving as positive role models for young campers.  Participants in the Youth Leader Program must sign up for the program willingly and have a desire to learn from camp staff. 
 
Youth Leaders will select desired weeks below. Please note that shifts for Youth Leaders will vary by camp and will range from 4 hours to 5.5 hours per day depending on the camp. Please select weeks that will best accommodate you and your needs while volunteering at camps. Refunds will not be issued for weeks that you cancel after schedules have been made. 

We ask that Youth Leaders work a minimum of 2 weeks while participating in the program. If Youth Leaders are not meeting expectations, they will be asked to not return for future weeks. If there is a desire to volunteer more than 2 weeks, it will be based on performance and camp availability. 

Program Coordinator-Hayden Wright 
Email: Hwright@chicorec.gov
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Email is the main form of correspondence for the Youth Leader Program.  

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If returning to the Youth Leader program, please indicate the number of years you have participated in the program.
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Please indicate what grade you will be entering in Fall of 2024 *
Youth Leader name (First and Last) *
What pronouns do you use? *
Youth Leader cell phone number *
Parent/Guardian name and phone number *
Youth Leader email address (Note: The majority of correspondence regarding this program will be via email ) *
Parent/Guardian email address (Note: Please indicate an email that you use often. The majority of correspondence regarding this program will be via email) *
T-Shirt Size (adult sizes) *
Why are you interested in participating in the Youth Leader Program? *
If I were to ask one of your teachers, counselors, or coaches about you, what would they say?  *
List any experiences you have had with children. What did you enjoy most? What did you enjoy least?  *
As a Youth Leader you will be working under the direct supervision of our camp staff. How will you display an attitude of willingness to learn? *
Please check the box to select your interview date. The date and time you select will be the date and time of your interview so please choose the date and time that works for you. Interviews will be held on Wednesday May 8th and Thursday May 9th. Interviews will start at 4:00pm and may run until 5:30pm. *
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CERTIFICATION OF APPLICANT: By checking the box below, you acknowledge the following: By participating in the Youth Leadership Educational Program, you are a volunteer and not an employee of CARD. By participating in the Youth Leadership Program, you are not entitled to a job with CARD at the conclusion of the training period. By participating in the Youth Leadership Program, you are not entitled to wages or any employee benefits for the time spent in training. *
WEEKLY CAMP SELECTION FOR YOUTH LEADERS ENTERING 8TH GRADE AND ABOVE
Youth Leader shifts for these camps are between 4-5.5 hours per day and campers are age 3-6.
Each camp is listed below with dates and hours. Please select the appropriate camp for your age and select 2-4 weeks you are available to work. Placement at camps is dependent on camp enrollment. 
If camp is canceled due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to place you at another camp. If another camp option is not available, you will be provided with a refund for that week.
CAMP CHI-DA-CA ACORNS-- Youth Leader hours are 8:30a-1:00p   Camp Chi-Da-Ca is run solely outdoors and shifts are 4.5 hours per day. Camp is run at Hooker Oak Park. (Please check all boxes you are available or interested to work) Youth Leaders are scheduled a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 4 depending on availability and camp enrollment.
TODDLER CAMPS w Ms. Dallas (camper age range is from 3-5)- Hours 8:45am - 12:30 pm: drop off can be anytime between 8:30am - 8:45am. Youth leaders should be interested in working with younger children and have interest in running activities for toddler aged campers! Camp is run at the Dorothy F. Johnson Center, 775 East 16th St. If interested in working TODDLER CAMPS we ask that you are available for 3 weeks of this program.
SHORTE SPORTS CAMP (camper age range is from 3-7)-Hours: 8:00a-12:15p: drop off can be anytime between 8-8:15 am. Youth Leaders must have knowledge and experience of sports camps they are volunteering for (Minimum of 2 years of playing experience in a particular sport) .  Camp is run at the Dorothy F. Johnson Center, 775 East 16th St. 
(Please check all boxes you are available or interested to work) If interested in working SHORTE SPORTS CAMP we ask that you are available for at least 3 weeks of this program.
WEEKLY CAMP SELECTION FOR YOUTH LEADERS ENTERING 9TH GRADE AND ABOVE
Youth Leader Shifts are between 4-6 hours per day. Please select a camp that best fits your needs and your desired hours for each week.
Each camp is listed below with dates and hours. Please select the appropriate camp for your age and select 2-4 weeks you are available to work. Placement at camps is dependent on camp enrollment. 
If camp is canceled due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to place you at another camp. If another camp option is not available, you will be provided with a refund for that week.
CAMP CHI-DA-CA OAKS-Hours: 8:30a-2:30p  Camp Chi-Da-Ca is run solely outdoors and shifts are 6 hours per day. Camp is run at Hooker Oak Park. (Please check all boxes you are available or interested to work) Youth Leaders are scheduled a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 4 depending on availability and camp enrollment.
SUMMERTIME DELIGHT -- Hours: 9:00a-3:00p  Summertime Delight is a traditional day camp that will include daily pool swim time and various field trips. Camp is run at the Pleasant Valley Rec Center. (Please check all boxes you are available or interested to work) Youth Leaders are scheduled a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 4 depending on availability and camp enrollment.
SPORTS CAMP (campers are grades 2nd-6th) Hours: 8:30a-12:15p: drop off can be anytime between 8:00a-8:30a.  Youth Leaders must have knowledge and experience of sports camps they are volunteering for. (4+ years recommended) Camp is run at the Community Park Field House. 
(Please check all boxes you are available or interested to work) If interested in working SPORTS CAMP we ask that you are available for at least 3 weeks of this program.
CAMP CHICO CREEK--Hours: 8:30a-2:30p. Camp Chico Creek is run primarily outdoors at the Chico Creek Nature Center. (Please check all boxes you are available or interested to work) Youth Leaders are scheduled a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 4 depending on availability and camp enrollment.
YOUTH LEADER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT -Please check the box in acknowledgement of the following: 

You have selected an appropriate date and time for your interview and made note of the date and time (ALL Youth Leaders will interview unless contacted by program coordinator). 

Communication for this program should be between Program Coordinator and Youth Leader-NOT PARENT/GUARDIANS. This is a work training program and it is expected that communication comes directly from participants.

If Youth Leaders are not meeting expectations, they will be asked to not return for future weeks. If there is a desire to volunteer more than 2 weeks, it will be based on performance and camp availability. 
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Please leave any additional comments or questions here. You will be contacted by the Program Coordinator once all applications have been received. If needing immediate assistance please email Hayden at Hwright@chicorec.gov.
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