Staff Expectations
What time should counselors arrive in the morning?
No later then 8:15am.
What day do we go on a field trip?
Wednesday!
What does PPE stand for? Give one example of PPE. (Must have both parts for full points)
Personal Protective Equipment
Eg. Gym shoes, sunscreen, hat, staff shirt etc.
What form do you fill out when a camper gets injured?
Accident/Incident Report
Name three behaviors that a counselor should expect to encounter during a full day of day camp?
Eg. Backtalk, unwillingness to participate, lack of listening,
All staff are expected to attend a weekly meeting on which day, for field trip info and updates?
Tuesday!
What is a mandated reporter?
Eg. A professional legally obligated to report known or suspected instances of abuse or neglect.
By what time must a "day of" absence be reported for day camp consolers?
7:00 am
What does a Code ADAM mean?
Missing Child
What could you do if two campers start fighting over a board game during free choice?
Eg. Step in and offer a break, use conflict resolution, offer an alternate activity.
What number should staff give to their emergency contact if they need to get in touch with them during work hours?
Group phone!
If you see a camper sitting alone at lunch, what is one thing you can do?
Eg. Sit by them, grab another camper and introduce them.
What must all campers receive before being able to swim?
A wristband/swim test
If you hear one long horn blast when outside, what does this mean?
The Thor Guard has detected lightening in the area and campers need to be move indoors immediately.
Name 3 specific things you can do when your GL is having the campers transition to the next activity.
Eg. Reinforcing directions, helping to clean up, getting campers lined up, gathering materials, handling behavior, etc.
When should you begin heading back to your group at the end of your break?
2-3 minutes before your break ends.
What should the campers be doing on a regular camp day around 10:20am?
Snack!
What should be done by staff before allowing campers to run free in a new area?
A 30 second site-safety check for hazards
What form should be filled out immediately following physical violence, stealing, elopement, or property damage?
Discipline Notice
What should you do if a camper elopes?
Eg. Run after them, never use force, try to get in front of them, call for backup, offer support to the camper
When walking in a line with campers, where should staff be?
Eg. One in front, one in back, everyone else should spread out in-between.
If you observe a parent taking videos/pictures of campers outside of their own, what could you say? (Eg. Parents filming their camper during drop off)
Eg. For the safety of our campers we ask that parents do not film or take photos of any campers. If they put up a stink, direct them to Riley/Bri/Nicole.
Where are the two AED's in the main building?
Behind the front desk and the fitness desk.
Name 3 times during the camp day when attendance should be taken.
Eg. In the morning (after drop off), getting on the bus, after arriving at the pool, during safety breaks, before pickup.
If a camper is having a breakdown/melt down, what should you do?
Eg. If possible, take other campers to another area away from the dysregulated camper, keep eyes on the camper and remain physically close. Wait to reason/reflect on the behavior with the camper until they have regulated. If the camper becomes physical, defend yourself without force and tag in a GL or Riley/Bri/Nicole. Remain supportive and understanding.