Camp Simcha 2020 Returning Staff Application - Form - Temple Solel of Northern San Diego County

CAMP SIMCHA 2020 RETURNING STAFF APPLICATION

Shalom! Thank you for inquiring about Camp Simcha’s summer 2020 staff positions. This will be Camp Simcha’s 21st summer & we are looking forward to a fun-filled 4 sessions. In order to ensure the success of our camp we are looking to hire dedicated staff members who are willing to live by our camp’s mission statement. Camp Simcha’s mission statement is: “Camp is a place where our camper’s individual expression is celebrated within a group dynamic. Through a variety of experiences, campers will develop friendships, strengthen communication skills, and grow into the natural expression of who they are. The context will be a physically and emotionally safe and nurturing Jewish environment.”

The application should be filled out completely. Our summer season runs for 9 weeks: June 15^th- August 14^th 2020. Please be aware that we prefer applicants who can work for the ENTIRE SUMMER. Please do not mark any session where you know you will be missing days. Speak to the directors about any special circumstances before the start of summer.

We look forward to meeting with you.
Sincerely,

Craig Parks
Camp Simcha Director

Scott Bucky Katie Oberman
Camp Simcha Assistant Directors

Below you will find a description of the positions available. Please indicate on the form which position(s) you are interested in.

Head Counselor (High School Graduate):

- Main supervisor of a group of 20-30 campers.
- Supervise 2-4 counselors and 1-3 CITs.
- Responsible for weekly programming and scheduling.
- Arrive no later than 8:29 in the morning and be prepared to stay until 5 PM
- Staff training week you will stay until 4:30
- Attend all staff meetings on Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m.
- Take part in your group’s activities (go swimming/eat lunch with campers).
- Help clean up camp at the end of each day.
- Have following week’s schedule turned in by Thursday morning.
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.

Counselor (10^th grade-High School Graduate):

- Assists in the supervision of a group of 20-30 campers.
- Arrive no later than 8:29 in the morning and be prepared to stay until 4.
- Attend all staff meetings on Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m.
- Willing to do bus duty in the morning and afternoon.
- Take part in your group’s activities (go swimming/eat lunch with campers).
- Must be willing to do bus duty mornings and afternoons at least one session.
- Help clean up camp at the end of each day.
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.

Counselor-in-Training (9^th grade-11^th grade):

- Assists in the supervision of a group of 20-30 campers.
- Arrive no later than 8:45 in the morning and stay until at least 3:45.
- Take part in your group’s activities (go swimming/eat lunch with campers).
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.

Historian/Media Specialist:

- Document each session and staff training through pictures and video.
- Arrive no later than 8:50 am and stay until 3:30.
- Prepare end of session/staff training slide show including technical aspects for each Shabbat.
- Manage online account of pictures for parents to have access i.e. flickr, snapfish,etc.
- Manage camp cameras and travel on field trips.
- Meet with the directors as needed.
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.
- Work with Directors in preparing a 3-4 minute promotional video for the camp.
- Drive bus staff from Torrey Pines to staff meeting at temple on Tuesdays

* First Name

* Last Name

* E-Mail Address

* Cell Phone Number

* Address

* Will you be over 18 years old on June 17, 2020?

YesNo

* How did you hear about Camp Simcha? (If from a friend, whom?)

* Please indicate position(s) in which you are interested.

Head Counselor (High School Graduate/ College Student)Counselor (10th grade-High School Graduate)Counselor-in-Training (9th grade-11th grade; past campers can start in 8th grade)Historian/Media Specialist

* Please indicate which sessions you would like to work.
Do not mark any sessions where you know you will be missing days.

Staff Training (June 15th – June 19th) Absolutely MandatorySession I: June 22nd – July 3rdSession II: July 6th – July 17thSession-III: July 20th - July 31stSession IV: August 3rd – August 14th

T-Shirt Size:

EDUCATION SINCE LAST SUMMER

Please include school name, dates, major and degree.

High School

College

CPR/ 1st Aid

Honors/ Awards

Religious School

WORK EXPERIENCE SINCE LAST SUMMER

PLEASE BEGIN WITH MOST RECENT EMPLOYER. Include phone numbers of employers as we will check references. Note that if the information below is not complete, it may delay or prevent the processing of your application. Do not list family members.

1. Position

Supervisor Name/ Phone Number

Dates

Brief description of duties

Reason for leaving

2. Position

Supervisor Name/ Phone Number

Dates

Brief description of duties

Reason for leaving

EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN SINCE LAST SUMMER:

With which age group do you have experience?

Under 8 years old8-10 years old10-12 years old 12-14 years old

Brief description of duties with the children

Since Camp Simcha I've been:

Camp Simcha makes me think of:

Something I did last summer at Camp Simcha that I would definitely do/never do again was:

Skills:

Please check the skills below if you can teach it or have experience in the area.

RELIGIOUS/SPIRITUAL

PrayerHebrew LanguageTorah StudyDiscussion Facilitator

MUSIC

Hebrew SongsGuitarSongs

WILDERNESS

HikingNature Crafts

Describe your hobbies, special interests and any other skills not listed:

List courses you have completed relating to children, leadership, outdoor skill or social service:

What is a game or activity you would like to bring to camp?

As a staff member at Camp Simcha, you will be required to actively participate in all camp activities.

Please answer the questions below:

Swim in a swimming pool twice a week?

Swim in the ocean every other week?

Lead sports activities?

Lead circle time activities in front of the entire camp?

5th and 6th graders will have one sleepover per session. Would you be willing to staff a sleepover at the temple?

YesNo

Please respond to the following:

I got stressed when:

I responded to my stress by:

I had a spiritual moment when:

My favorite camper moment was:

Last summer I learned:

Who was your closest friend at camp and why?

Who was someones work you admired and why?

Who was someone you wish you got to know and why?

The activity or program I think camp should add is:

Assess the specific strengths and weaknesses of your work at Camp Simcha.

Why would you like to work at Camp Simcha again? What do you hope to accomplish for yourself, the kids and overall camp experience?

How, if at all, do you look at camp differently after a/another year on staff?

What, if any, additional responsibility do you feel you would have as a returninh Camp Simcha staff member?

What advice would you give to the directors to make camp a better place for children and staff?

Are you currently CPR/1st Aid certified and if so when is the expiration?

APPLICANTS AGREEMENT (check box below if you agree.)

I hereby certify that the facts set forth in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I am employed false or misleading statements given on my application or during my interview may result in dismisssal.