Staff Policies
Who & when do you need to contact if you must call out of work?
You must call the Recreation Office OR Camp Director(s) at least ONE hour before designated arrival time
Where can counselor's obtain information on campers information ?
[also, can contact the office/ or ask Camp Director (s) ]
Should a counselor EVER be alone with a single camper?
No!!
You should never _______ an injured person?
Move
How many violations can a camper receive before they are suspended for the rest of their session?
Five !
What does the daily staff uniform consist of ?
When must campers be picked up by?
4:15 P.M.
What does the Third Staff Violation entail ?
Termination of Employment!
Who is the first person you should find/contact in the case of an emergency ?
( bonus: who should be contacted if the emergency is SEVERE )
The Camp Director (s)
(bonus: 911)
List three physical punishments that are not permissible for counselors to use on campers?
Hitting, slapping, push-ups, running, making campers seat in the heat, etc.
What time must you report to your site on the first day of camp?
8 a.m.
What time should staffers arrive to camp Tuesday- Friday?
By 8:45 A.M.
Give three example of physical interactions that could be interpreted as inappropriate by parents/campers/ bystanders ...
Hugging, cuddling, hand holding, patting, etc.
After all necessary actions have been taken after an accident/incident, what should be filled out?
Accident and Incident report ( that will be returned to the Recreation Office)
What is an effective strategy when disciplining a camper?
First, verbalize what the inappropriate behavior was then follow by verbalizing the expectations of that camper!
Who must you sign in and out with every day?
The Camp Director(s).
While on the bus for trips, counselors must remain _________ ?
Awake!
How many violations are given before a staff member is terminated?
Three !
Many of our campers have serious allergies therefore it is encouraged that you know how to administer an ____________ ?
An Epi-Pen !
Should you publicly yell at a camper for disciplinary action? What should you do instead ?
No; use a calm and assertive manner and if possible pull the camper aside and have a private conversation with them and another counselor
There is no designated _____________, you must bring a __________ with you to work and incorporate your _________ with your group
(hint: all three blanks are the same word)
"Lunch"
In order to release a camper for the day, counselors must receive what from said camper's parent?
(hint: Must be recorded on counselor's attendance sheet)
Parent's/ Guardian's Initial !
What are two characteristics you should have when disciplining an unruly camper?
Being firm and assertive!
What is the number to contact First Aid and Emergency Services in Wall Township?
9-1-1
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