Camp Simcha 2024 New Staff Application - Form - Temple Solel of Northern San Diego County

Shalom! Thank you for inquiring about Camp Simcha’s summer 2024 staff positions. This year, we celebrate Camp Simcha’s 25th 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. All staff must be fully vaccinated and boosted.

Camp hours: 9:00AM-3:30PM
The application should be filled out completely. Our 9 week summer season runs from June 17th - August 9th, 2024. 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,

Katie Oberman

Camp Simcha Interim 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 and must be over 18):

- Main supervisor of a group of a maximum of 25 campers.

- Supervise other staff composed of counselors and/or CIT’s.

- Responsible for weekly programming and scheduling.

- Arrive no later than 8:30 in the morning and be prepared to stay until 5:00 PM.

- Staff training week you will stay until 3:30.

- Attend all staff meetings on Tuesdays until 5:00PM.

- 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 and follow the Camp Simcha mission statement.

Counselor (11th grade-High School Graduate):

- Assists in the supervision of a group of a maximum of 25 campers.

- Arrive no later than 8:30 in the morning and be prepared to stay until 4:00 PM.

- Attend all staff meetings on Tuesdays until 5:00PM.

- Take part in your group’s activities.

- Help clean up camp at the end of each day.

- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals and follow the Camp Simcha mission statement.

- If under 18, you are required to provide a work permit.

Counselor-in-Training (9th -10th grade):

- Assists in the supervision of a group of a maximum of 25 campers.

- Arrive no later than 8:45 in the morning and stay until at least 3:45 PM.

- Take part in your group’s activities.

- Uphold Jewish ethics and ideals and follow the Camp Simcha mission statement.

- Tuesday Staff meetings are optional.

* First Name

* Last Name

* E-Mail Address

* Cell Phone Number

* Address

T-Shirt Size

* Will you be 18 on June 12, 2024?

YesNoMust be over 18 years of age by June 12, 2024 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 Counselor (High school graduate and 18+)Counselor (11th Grade and Up)Counselor-in-Training (9th & 10th Grade)

I am looking for:

Paid positionVolunteer positionsPrefer 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 (Mandatory for all staff): June 10 – June 14Session 1: June 17 - 28Session 2: July 1 - 12 (no camp on July 4)Session 3: July 15 - 26Session 4: July 29 - August 9

EDUCATION

Please include school name, dates, major and degree.

High School

College

CPR/ 1st Aid

Honors/ Awards

Religious School

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

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.

Jobs Working with Children/ Summer Camp Work:

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:

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

Other Employment Experience:

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

List the camps you attended as a camper. Name of camp & dates. Day or resident camp?

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

Other musical instrument (please specify)

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 work with special needs children if training and support is provided?

YesNo

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

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

References:

You are encouraged to use employers, coaches, or teachers. Do not use family members.

1. Name

Relationship

Years of Acquaintance

Phone Number

2. Name

Relationship

Years of Acquaintance

Phone Number

Complete the following statements:

Have fun doing it!

My autobiography would be titled:

My most memorable travels took me to:

I like to spend ____% of my waking hours alone. When alone, I:

Community means:

I consider myself original because:

My friends will tell you that I:

I get angry when somebody:

I respond to anger by:

I am great at:

I am still learning:

I admire _______ because (fill in the blank):

Kids are:

My idea of a great camp is:

A favorite moment in nature was:

I hope to enter the profession of _____ because (fill in the blank):

I center myself best by:

By my 85th birthday I hope I've:

Three rules I live by when interacting with other people are:

A highlight of my spiritual or religious life:

Please respond to the following:

Describe your greatest strengths.

Describe your greatest weaknesses.

Explain why you would like to work at Camp Simcha. What do you hope to contribute? What do you hope to gain?

Tell us why you are qualified for the position(s) for which you are applying.

What do you think our goals are for the children who come to camp?

How would you help us meet these goals?

What would a former employee or teacher say about you to convince us that you have strong work ethic?

What is the most valuable life lesson you have learned recently?

What are your thoughts on working in a Jewish Community?

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 11, 2024 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.