Camp Simcha 2022 Returning Staff Application - Form - Temple Solel of Northern San Diego County

Shalom! Thank you for inquiring about Camp Simcha’s summer 2022 staff positions. This year we celebrate Camp Simcha’s 23rd summer & we are looking forward to four 2- week sessions. To ensure the success of our camp, we are hiring dedicated staff who support Camp Simcha’s mission.

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.

As we continue to navigate the Covid-19 pandemic, modifications will be made for the health and safety of our staff and campers.

Camp hours: 9:00-3:30PM
Staff and campers who are not fully vaccinated will be required to wear masks when not eating, drinking or swimming.

The application should be filled out completely. Our 9 week summer season runs from June 13th - August 12th, 2022. We prefer applicants who can work for the ENTIRE SUMMER. Please do not apply for any session where you know you will be missing days and 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
Camp Simcha Assistant Director

Katie Oberman
Camp Simcha Assistant Director

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-Must be over 18):
- Main supervisor of a group of a maximum of 20 campers.
- Supervise other staff comprised of counselors and/or CIT’s.
- Responsible for weekly programming and scheduling.
- Arrive no later than 8:40 in the morning and be prepared to stay until 4:25 PM.
- Staff training week you will stay until 3:30.
- Attend all staff meetings on Tuesdays until 5:30PM.
- Take part in your group’s activities.
- Meet with your staff before and after camp to check-in and review.
- Provide feedback to staff.
- Help clean up camp at the end of each day.
- Have the following week’s schedule turned in by Thursday morning.
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.

Counselor (11^th grade-High School Graduate):
- Assists in the supervision of a group of 20 campers.
- Arrive no later than 8:40 in the morning and be prepared to stay until 3:45 PM.
- Attend all staff meetings on Tuesdays until 5:30PM.
- Take part in your group’s activities.
- Help clean up camp at the end of each day.
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.
- If under 18, you are required to provide a work permit.

Counselor-in-Training (9^th -10^th grade):
- Assists in the supervision of a group of 20 campers.
- Arrive no later than 8:45 in the morning and stay until at least 3:45.
- Take part in your group’s activities.
- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals.
- Tuesday Staff meetings are optional.
- If under 18, you are required to provide a work permit.

* First Name

* Last Name

* E-Mail Address

* Cell Phone Number

* Address

* Will you be 18 on June 13, 2022?

YesNoMust be over 18 years of age by June 13, 2022 to be a Head Counselor

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

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

Head CounselorCounselor 11th Grade and UpCounselor-in-Training 9th & 10th Grade

I am looking for:

Paid positionVolunteer positionPrefer paid - but if the paid positions are filled I am willing to volunteer and be a part of the Camp Simcha Staff family!

* 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 13th – June 17th) Absolutely MandatorySession I: June 20- July 1Session II: July 5 - July 15Session-III: July 18 - July 29Session IV: August 2 - August 12

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:

Are you willing to sing out loud with a large group each day?

YesNo

Are you willing to work with special needs children if training and support is provided?

YesNo

Are you willing to swim in a pool twice a week for an hour?

YesNo

Are you willing to swim in the ocean once a session during a beach field trip?

YesNo

Lead sports activities?

YesNo

Lead circle time activities in front of the entire camp?

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 returning 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?

Is there anything about you we haven't asked that you'd like us to know about you?

Staff and volunteer staff applications are now being accepted. Submission does not guarantee a paid position. The deadline for applications is on May 13, please be aware that positions may be filled before this deadline. We look forward to another exciting Camp Simcha summer together!

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.