2023 Counselor Application
Camp Oak Hill (COH) is searching for young adult leaders with a demonstrated Christian faith, passion for youth ministry, and strong work ethic to serve as our camp counselors in summer 2023.  Spend your summer living, working, and playing with campers from 2nd to 12th grade. Lead your cabin in devotions and activities alongside your co-counselors. Develop leadership skills, benefit from intentional discipleship, and witness growth. Why be a camp counselor? So that you can provide an experience of excellence through the authentic relationships of a mature Christian staff devoted to sharing the love of Christ with each and every camper. In other words, get paid to experience the hardest fun you've ever had! If interested, please fill out this application honestly and thoroughly to be considered for a camp counselor position. If you have any questions or concerns, please email scott@campoakhill.org.

ALL counselors will be required to be certified as a Lifeguard and/or trained on the zipline.
Training will be held from May 29th to June 9th. Summer camp begins June 11th and continues to August 5th.
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Current Address
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Personal Information
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Are you currently a student?
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If yes, where do you attend? If no, type NA.
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If yes, what is your area of study? *
Do you attend church regularly?
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If yes, where do you attend? If no, type NA.
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Application Questions
Counselors are contracted from May 29th - August 5th. Do you have any conflicts with these dates? If yes, please list the dates you couldn't work.
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Counselors are required to be trained either as a lifeguard and/or on zipline. Which would you be interested in?
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How did you hear about Camp Oak Hill?
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What are your reasons for applying to be a camp counselor? What do you hope to gain from your experience?
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In your opinion, what is the most important role of a camp counselor?
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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 conveying the ways that you currently pursue growth with Christ in your daily life.
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What do you think it means to be a servant leader?
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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 camp counselor and could possibly enrich the ministry of Camp Oak Hill?
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Matthew 28:20 says " For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."  While camp is a ministry first, it is also a job that requires us to do our best with a great attitude at all times.  What specifically does this mean to you? *
If hired, what age group would you prefer to work with? *
Returning Counselor Questions
How have you grown in your faith since last summer? Give examples.
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What are two or three ways you excelled last summer as a counselor?
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What are one or two ways you struggled last summer as a counselor?
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Having been a counselor last summer, how will you step up to lead the new counselors?
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Do you have any peers that you would recommend as a potential summer staff member?  If so, what is their name and contact information
References
Please provide the names and emails of the following 3 reference types:
1. ministerial (pastor, small group leader, fellow church member, etc.)
2. character (roommate, childhood friend, coworker, etc.)
3. previous employer* (someone you worked for in the last 3 years)

*If you do not have a previous employer, please include the name and email of another character reference.

Note: family members CANNOT be used as one of your 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.

Ministerial Reference Name:
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Ministerial Email:
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Character Reference Name:
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Character Email:
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Previous Employer Reference Name:
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Previous Employer Email:
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Statement of Faith, Core Values, Vision and Mission
Please review these documents and initial below to confirm your agreement.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PvUpnRxwFhBX5L1F-csTwsjbcxaLAN2ZMU52XGeB49k/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U2aN-lMFhdn_RdcoN8Q3zt9tDB50HZErv8HYdTppLUo/edit?usp=sharing
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COH Personnel Policies
The staff member agrees that while in the employment of Camp Oak Hill that he/she will adjust their personal habits to the customs, policies, and the ideals of the camp, and in keeping with its Christian purpose. He or she agrees to conduct themselves at all times, both in 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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Instagram handle:
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Twitter handle:
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Facebook account LINK:
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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 staff member’s example is most 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, 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, 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 it becomes an issue, it can lead up to termination.
OTHER POLICIES: It is expected that you will take all rules, regulations, and policies seriously. As a staff member, 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 alcohol, illegal drug, 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, give details, including date(s). A "yes" answer will not automatically disqualify you from employment. We will consider the nature and date of the offense and the job for which you are applying for job-related purposes only, and only to the extent permitted by applicable law.) If no, please type "n/a."
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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