Walkie Talkies
When should a child have a Walkie Talkie?
Never!
Who is Kiersten Sipes
Youth and family Director
What is the name of the app we will be using for communication this summer?
Group Me. Everyone must use it.
Who is responsible for opening all areas?
Opening site director.
How far in advance do you need to request time off?
Two weeks. If an emergency pops up and you need time off talk to Kevin or Kiersten.
If you are asked something on a walkie talkie, how should you respond?
Speak clearly and calmly into the walkie talkie.
Who is Kevin Gibson?
Assoc. Youth and Family Director.
How should you use GroupMe through out the day?
For work stuff only.
Who is responsible for cleaning up after themselves?
The campers. If an area is not clean we will ask the site directors to clean it.
If you need to call off due to illness please call when?
By 9 p.m. the night before or as early in the morning as possible after 5:30 a.m
If a parent is standing near a staff, what information should NOT be given over the walkie?
Don't give out too much information into the walkie talkie.
When should you go to Kevin or Kiersten with a problem?
After going to your camp coordinator?
When is it ok to take pictures of your campers and post it on your social media platforms?
NEVER. Do not take pictures of your campers on your personal phone. If you would like a photo of your camp call the coordinator to take a picture on the camp phone.
Who makes the call about moving check in or check out inside due to weather (thunderstorms, heavy rain, or excessive heat)
Opening or closing site director.
Could you ever be asked to work at another camp or location?
Yes, it can happen if we need to fill holes.
What should you NEVER say into the walkie?
Inappropriate language or conversations?
If you need help with a child, or need to take a minute who should you go to first?
Site director then coordinator.
How can you get verbal warnings and write ups with regard to your phone?
If you are on them too much. Use your phone to check time, weather.
Opening and closing are our most visible times. Is it ever a good idea or acceptable to be sitting around not engaged with the campers?
No. Always be up moving around and watching all areas.
When will your schedule be sent out?
By Wednesday of the week prior.
What should you do with your walkie at the end of the day?
Return it to the charger base.
Where does Jean work?
Jordan & Westfield.
If you can't stay off your phone after being warned several times, what will happen?
You will be asked to clock out and go home.
When can the closing staff leave camp?
When all campers have been picked up, ALL AREAS ARE CLEAN, and all areas that need to be locked are locked.
What is the staffing phone number to call for time off?
317-919-5033