WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A C.I.T.?

A Counselor-In-Training assists the camp counselors with:

Drop off and pick up supervision
Planning, preparing, leading and cleaning up of activities
Interacting with the children
Ensure the children’s safety at all times

A Counselor-In-Training is a(n):

Valuable volunteer because of the service he/she provides
Organized volunteer who does his/her job well
Leader who helps with program activities
Understanding friend to the participants
Needed member of the community
Trustworthy volunteer
Energetic source of leadership
Eager worker
Reliable source of help

A Counselor-In-Training is not a(n):

Garbage collector of your recreation center
Office clerk to take care of unwanted duties
Pencil sharpener or someone to perform insignificant duties
Handy person who fixes odds and ends
Extra person without specific responsibilities
Runner for delivering messages

C.I.T.’s have checklist with specific duties and responsibilities to perform. In addition to the checklist the camp coordinator may request the completion of any additional duties. C.I.T.’s should be included in all program planning. If you are not sure about C.I.T. responsibilities or have concerns at any time, contact your camp coordinator or site programmer.

MEDFORD TOWNSHIP DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES

The Counselor-In-Training, under the guidance of the Camp Coordinator, assists the camp staff with program development and supervision of participants. This person is required to lead and participate in activities such as crafts, games and special events.

An outline of duties include, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Communicate concerns to site staff and camp staff .

2. Attend camp meetings and required C.I.T. training.

3. Assists counselor in planning activities for a well rounded program.

4. Schedule and leads at least 2 activities in a given session. Be sure to obtain approval of activities from counselors.

5. Assists in set up and take down of equipment and cleaning up area.

6. Reports all accidents and incidents to the Camp Counselor and/or Camp Coordinator. Assists in documentation process of injuries.

7. Dress appropriately

8. Assists with supervision of children on field trips and at the pool by continuously doing head counts and reporting any missing children.

9. Contact site camp coordinator if unable to attend.

10. Actively participates in activities and is involved with the children

11. Acts respectfully and responsibly. Be a good role model.

* C.I.T.s are not responsible for disciplining children. Report any problems to counselors.

**Vending machines and pay phones are NOT to be used during camp hours.

To Medford Youth and Parents:

Thank you for your interest in our Counselor-In-Training (CIT) program. I have enclosed some information about the CIT program for your perusal. The CIT position is a non-paying position, but it will help you gain valuable experience if you hope to work with children in the future. CIT’s will be assigned to work at one or more Sessions of our Camp program. Plans are not finalized, but we hope to schedule a special “finale” party after each Camp session for all CIT”s.

If you would like to register, please complete the enclosed application and return it to us at the following address no later than Friday May 12th.

MEDFORD RECREATION DEPARTMENT
COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING
CRANBERRY HALL
17 NORTH MAIN STREET
MEDFORD , NJ 08055

Please make sure you note your preference for the Session you wish to work.

Interviews and training will be held during the week of June 12th. You will receive a call from the Recreation Department informing you of the schedule.

Should you require additional information, please feel free to contact us at (609) 654-2512.

Again, thank you for your interest in our CIT program, and hoping for your participation.

Sincerely,

Beth A. Richmond, CPRP, RA, CPSI
Director of Recreation

Medford Township Department of Recreation

2006 COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM APPLICATION

NAME : _____________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________

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PHONE: ______________________________________ CELL #_________________________________

BIRTH DATE: __________________________________ CURRENT GRADE IN SCHOOL:___________

1. What experience have you had working with children? (i.e. school, church, scouts)

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2. In what organizations do you belong or have you belonged to?

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3. In what activities/hobbies do you participate?
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4. What do you feel you can add to our program? What makes your abilities unique?
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5. Please list three (3) references. Please choose references that are not related to you.

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6. Please number in order your preference for the Session you would like to work. (If not available due to previous commitment/vacation, please mark N/A)

Session 1 (06/26 - 07/07 closed July 4th) ______ Session 2 (07/10– 07/21) ______ Session 3 (07/24– 08/04)_______

Preschool Camp (06/27– 07/27) ________ Camp Play ( 07/05– 07/28)__________