Camper Safety
If a camper tells you they feel sick, what should you do?
Remove them from activity, inform Director to call parents.
What time is a counsellors shift?
8:45 - 4:15
Who is the reigning Belly Flop Champion?
Liam Moodley (GOAT)
Where should a campers epi-pen be kept?
Either with the camper, or their direct counsellor.
A camper accidentally breaks a rule during a game. What should you do?
Remind them of the rules and allow them to try again.
What is the staff to camper ratio?
Above 5: 1 to 12
Staff should avoid using this while supervising campers.
Cellphones
Name all campers offered this Summer; along with the Director names.
Eco Adventure , Adventure, Arts, YEC, Stem, Sports, Mini Pidaca
If a tick is found on a camper when can they return to camp?
Counsellors are not too remove ticks off campers. Inform the director IMMEDIATELY, parents will be notified right away.
If a parent approaches you upset, what should you do?
Remain calm, direct them to your camp director.
If escalated Directors will call their supervisor.
What are the ratios and in pool rules for campers?
Ages 5-7: Requires Life Jacket/ 2:1 Camper to Staff
Ages 8/9: Able to do swim test/4:1 Camper to Staff
Ages 10 and above: Able to swim freely
What is the appropriate attire for work?
Camp Staff Shirt (Regular staff shirts are not permitted.)
No jeans
No Short Shorts
Which Director has been at City of Pickering Camps the longest? (Volunteer Years included)
Luke Sheehan - Alleyne
During a transition you realize you are missing one camper from your group. What should you do immediately?
End all activities. Notify the Camp Director and begin the missing camper procedure.
A camper becomes upset after losing a game and refuses to participate. What should you do?
Acknowledge feelings and encourage them to rejoin - offer alternative solutions.
A camper falls and scrapes their knee. What are the next steps?
Provide First - Aid.
Inform Director as soon as possible after treating the camper with all details.
Incident Report must be completed.
I am not feeling well, who do I call to give notice too?
Michelle Cartier: 6:45am - 8:30am
289-923-7916
Seyon Balamurali
Without looking at your manual, what is Andrea Panitz full job title?
Recreation Coordinator - Children & Youth Community Services
What should you do if you suspect a camper is experiencing child abuse?
Staff are mandated to report any suspicions of child abuse Inform the Director immediately.
The staff who were directly told about the abuse will need to make the call to CAS and will be supported by supervising staff.
You notice a camper consistently teasing another camper throughout the day. What should you do?
Address it immediately and inform the Camp Director if necessary.
What are the signs of a concussion?
nausea, dizziness, vomiting, balance problems, light/noise sensitivity, and neck pain
Staff are allowed to drive assistant counsellors home.
No.
Volunteers are participants as well, and under no circumstances should be transported by a staff.
Who is known for having the all time record in Steal the Bacon Carnival Wins?
Seyon
An unsheltered individual approaches your group while at the park. What are the next steps?
Do attendance and return to your camp site. Inform Camp Director.
A camper tells you another camper has been bullying them but asks you not to tell anyone. What should you do?
Take it seriously and report it to the Camp Director.