Junior Counselor Leadership Program

Summer 2009

The Junior Counselor Leadership Program is looking for dedicated youth, ages 13-16 to assist with our Explorers Camp for the upcoming summer.  Participants will have a wonderful opportunity for growth and learning while being of service to their community.  Spend your days assisting in camp activities such as crabbing, nature discovery, canoeing, arts & crafts, and games, while focusing on leadership development.  Camp locations are James Island, Palmetto Islands, and Wannamaker County Parks.  Junior Counselors are not responsible for supervising the campers, they are present to assist the camp staff as needed.

Benefits

• Gain experience for future employment and/or school references
• Experience a behind the scenes look at being a Camp Counselor
• Exposure to leadership development topics such as goal setting, communication, and decision making

Eligibility

• Youth between the ages of 13-16
• Must be available for 2 consecutive weeks during the summer
• Must be available for orientation on June 5, 2009
• Energetic, motivated, and willing to work with young children

Responsibilities

• To attend all phases of training and to meet new ideas with an open mind.
• To show a willingness to have a positive attitude at all times.
• To accept and follow all CCPRC policies and Camp regulations.
• To be respectful and responsible for all CCPRC property and equipment.
• To assist in the creation and maintenance of a physically and emotionally safe environment for all participants.
• To follow the set schedule for service, Monday through Friday, 8:00-4:30.
• To participate fully in weekly meetings for the Junior Counselor Leadership Program.
• To accompany and assist counselors with camper groups in daily activities.
• To assist with preparation, execution and clean up of camp programs and activities as assigned, including lunch time and cookout.
• To attend all scheduled sessions and participate in all camp activities unless excused by prior arrangement.

How to Apply

Application is available online, by emailing Assistant Camp Director, or calling 843-762-8052.  Application deadline is April 30, 2009.  Position is not guaranteed until confirmed by the Camp Director.