Outdoor Center Policy
What is the top concern of Sloper?
Safety and welfare of campers, staff and members.
What is the longest time you can wait to report child abuse as a mandated reporter?
Within 12 hours of initial discovery
Can you provide any childcare service outside of YMCA programs to a child that you met at a YMCA program?
No
Who should be concerned about safety?
EVERYONE
True or False:
YMCA Camp Sloper is a substance and tobacco free facility
TRUE no drugs at camp!
Should a staff member ever be alone with a camper?
NO!!!
What is a mandated reporter?
Someone who is required to report any suspicion of child abuse
Can you be employed at YMCA Camp Sloper if you are a convicted felon?
The staff members that are approved by Tom or Justin and have a driver's license/insurance on file
True or False:
Gloves are not required when handling any sort of bodily fluid.
False! Always use gloves!
What is the state mandated staff to camper ratio for all units besides Wanderers?
1:12
Name 3 areas on the body that could normally have bruises/cuts.
Knees, shins, elbows, hands
What should you do if there is an immediate threat at YMCA Camp Sloper?
Tell the closest unit director or someone with a walkie
What do you do if you need to drive a camper (that is not your sibling) to YMCA Camp Sloper?
Go to the camp office and fill out the unsanctioned childcare waiver
Who should use the spill kit and when?
Any director when there has been a spill of bodily fluids including blood, vomit, etc.
Describe the signal for...
1) Missing Camper
2) LBD on East Coast Waterfront
3) LBD on West Coast Waterfront
1) Bell keeps ringing continuously
2) 1 air horn sound
3) 2 air horn sounds
Name 3 areas where, if bruises/cuts are found, should be further investigated for child abuse.
Should you use a specialty area without the director of that area?
Not unless given permission from that director or leadership
Where should you be sitting if you are taking the bus to/from YMCA Camp Sloper?
On the aisle side of the bus seat with both feet in the aisle
Where do you find a spill kit?
Under the sink in the nurses station
What is the minimum amount of campers that must accompany a staff member when taking a camper out of sight of the group?
1 staff member, the camper, and 2 buddies
TRUDDY SYSTEMS
Define Neglect
Being denied proper care and attention from a parent or guardian whether it be physically, educationally, or emotionally
What should you do if there is a pre-existing relationship with child that goes to a YMCA program?
Go to the camp office and fill out the unsanctioned childcare waiver
True or False:
If you are taking the bus to/from camp, you should still be acting like a counselor even if you are not the official bus monitor
True! Bus monitors always need help! You should always be setting a good example!
What do you do if you suspect that someone is in possession of drugs or alcohol at YMCA Camp Sloper?
Tell a unit director!