Resident Counselor Application

Resident Counselor Application

Thank you for applying as a Resident Counselor. Resident Counselors work for the Oregon-Idaho Camping and Retreat Ministries across three beautiful sites, Camps Latgawa, Magruder, and Suttle Lake. Resident Counselors travel between these sites throughout the summer to serve as positive role models for campers, other counselors, and their peers. This position requires the applicant to be a person who works wells as a leader to children and youth and who can provide a safe, fun, and meaningful experience to campers even amidst fatigue. The work serving as a Resident Counselor involves long hours and is very physically demanding. Applicants should understand this is a position that requires stamina and endurance, as well as a positive outlook. The application is not considered complete until two reference forms for the applicant are returned, as well. The applicant is responsible for sending out the reference forms and seeing that they are completed in a timely manner.
Our Mission

Oregon-Idaho Camping and Retreat Ministries is a partnership with the Episcopal and United Methodist church and is committed to creating sacred spaces of Christian hospitality and learning. Our staff live out the camp’s mission by embodying Christ’s love for all people no matter age, sexual orientation, gender, background, ethnicity, or culture.
Logistics

Staff serve as a positive role-model for campers, guests, volunteers, and each other. Working at camp requires staff members to work and live in close Christian community with an entire team of people. This offers a unique opportunity to explore and grow in your personal faith, make a difference in the life of others, learn life & leadership skills, make new friends, be challenged, and enjoy a beautiful outdoor setting. Due to COVID-19, staffers can expect some safety requirements and guidelines to be followed for this job. Staff training will likely begin about June 13th, 2023 at Camp Magruder, and Resident Counselors will continue to serve through August 12, 2022. The calendar is outlined as such: May 5-7 – Training @ Suttle Lake Camp, June 13-22 – Training @ Camp Magruder June 24-30 – Magruder Week 1 (Senior High and Senior High MADD Senior High Camp (Music, Art, Dance, & Drama)) July 3-7 – Magruder Week 2 (Mini-Camp or Camp Hope (camp that serves developmentally disabled adults)) July 9-14 – Magruder Week 3 (Elementary 1 and Middle School 1) July 16-21 – Suttle Lake Week 1 (dates approximate)July 23-28 – Suttle Lake Week 2 (dates approximate) July 29-August 4 – Latgawa Week (dates approximate) August 5-11 – Magruder Week 3 (Elementary 2, Middle School 2, Senior High Adventure)(dates approximate). These dates are meant for planning purposes only and are subject to change. This position is offering a seasonal salary equaling to about $540 per week for an 8-week summer.
Contact Info

If at any point you have questions, please contact Hope Montgomery (she, her) at 503-355-2310 or at hope@campmagruder.org OR Jane Petke at 541-595-6663 or suttlelake@gocamping.org.

Name*

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Permanent Address*

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Email*
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Cell Phone*

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Home Phone (if different than cell)

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How should we contact you with interview/hiring information? (We prefer email)*

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Date of Birth*

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Do you identify as*
College, Class, and Major
Church you attend most regularly
Check any role which you have camp experience

Summer CamperRetreatsCounselor Training from Camp Latgawa, Magruder, or Suttle LakeVolunteer Counseling at Camp Latgawa, Magruder, or Suttle LakeSummer Staff at Camp Latgawa, Magruder, or Suttle LakeCounseling/Staff Experience at another Summer CampOutdoor School Staff
Everyone involved in Conference Camp programming must submit to a criminal background check if hired. *

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What is the earliest date you could start, if hired*

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What is the latest date you could work, if hired*

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COVID-19 Vaccination

Our United Methodist Camping and Retreat Ministries Board requires that all of our staff and volunteers are vaccinated. There are medical and religious exemptions. Please email hope@campmagruder.org for more information.
I am vaccinated for COVID-19.*

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If you are vaccinated, please upload your Proof of Vaccination.

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Vespers Strengths

Leading worship, or what Camp Magruder calls vespers, is an important part of the work we'll do at each camp, each week. We welcome a diverse range of faith backgrounds among staff members, but applicants should understand that they will be asked to take leadership roles in Christian vespers settings. We put a lot of value in the vespers experience and have a high standard of creativity and meaning.
Check the vespers areas in which you are most talented or experienced*

PrayerKnowledge of ScriptureScripture ReadingSkitsSongsSpeaking (Giving a Message)Behind the Scenes/Set-upPlanning/OrganizingTeaching/Supervising Others in Vespers PlanningCreative IdeasSpiritual LeadershipOther
Certifications and Skills

All Staff should be First Aid, CPR, and AED certified by their start date. We recommend you be certified or, at least, enrolled in a class by the time of your interview.
Check Lifesaving Certifications you currently hold (please attach life saving certificates in email to hope@campmagruder.org)

First AidFirst Aid for the Professional RescuerAdult CPRChild/Infant CPRAED EssentialsLife GuardingSmall Craft Safety (Boating)Other
Oregon Food Handler’s Permit is required for Camp Latgawa, Magruder, and Suttle Lake summer staff. The permit can be attained after a simple test and $9-10 fee. Click on https://www.efoodcard.com/or/landing or http://www.orfoodhandlers.com/. It takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. *

I don’t have the permitI have a current permit (please attach a copy in an email to hope@campmagruder.org)
Working with Children and Youth
In what 4 areas do you think you offer the best gifts for campers*

One-on-one counselingWorship/spiritual leadershipCompanionshipSocial InteractionPlaySupervision/Keeping SafePatience/Unconditional LoveBonding a Cabin GroupOrganizing Activities/Programs for CampersTeaching About FaithEmotional/Spiritual SupportA Positive Role ModelA Good HostTeaching New SkillsHard Work to Provide the Best ExperienceSolving Problems
Activity Skills

Share where you have experience in activities you might lead if hired *

	No/Minimal Experience	Have Participated Comfortably	Have Participated and Taught Others
Sports
Nature Walks
Silly Songs
Musical Instrument
Games
Making Crafts
Get-to-know-you Games
Canoes/Kayaks
Skits
Photography/Video
Outdoor Living Skills
Spiritual Practices

Personality Profile

We want to get to know you better, what made you decide to apply, and what your biggest motivations and inspirations are.
Check 3 boxes you consider your greatest strengths*

PatienceOrganizationMotivationStrong Work EthicOpen MindednessProblem Solving SkillsSense of HumorPositive OutlookFlexibilityEncouragingConnects easily with othersA good listenerEmotionally attentive and intelligent
Check the 4 boxes that apply most to you*

I am very outgoing and like to meet as many people as possibleI like to lead and have a strong voice in most groupsI am very aware of group dynamics and like to help people feel comfortableI feel comfortable with just about anyoneI prefer to cultivate deeper, one-on-one relationships with a few people in the groupIt is important for me to have a schedule with things laid out in an orderly fashionIt is important to me to get all my responsibilities out of the way before anything elseI usually have multiple projects I am trying to complete at any given timeIt is very difficult to make me nervous or upsetI like to fix problemsI am a perfectionistIt is important to me to always be looking for ways to help out my peers and co-workersI try to enjoy every moment of every dayI am looking to challenge myself and do something that scares me a littleI don’t tire or get frustrated quickly. I have a lot of staminaI think a great deal about how my decisions and actions will affect others
Explain why you are applying for the Resident Counselor Position*
Discuss your faith, what you believe, and how it influences your daily life*
Experience
Share experience that has helped prepare you for this position. Check the areas you have worked with people younger than you.
Work in a Church

Sunday SchoolVacation Bible SchoolHelping with younger youth in Youth GroupYouth Group InternOther
Community Service

Boy's and Girl's ClubYMCABig Brother/Big SisterOther
Other work with Children/Youth/Families

BabysittingTutoringDay CampsOvernight Camps besides Camp Latgawa, Magruder, or Suttle LakeOther
Past Employment

Please list all previous employment
List everywhere you have been employed, dates employed, supervisors, and contact information.
List any former employer you prefer we do not contact and why
References

Should be 21 years or older, non-family, and know you on a professional level. Link to or give a reference form to each of the two people you will list below. They can fill out the form online or complete a printed document. Your application is not complete until these reference forms are returned to the Camp Magruder office.
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Reference 2 Name*

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Signature and Release*

I authorize investigation of all statements herein and release the camp and all others from liability in connection with same. I understand that, if employed, I will be an at-will employee and that any agreement to the contrary must be in writing and signed by the Camp Director. I also understand that untrue, misleading, or omitted information herein or in other documents completed by the applicant may result in dismissal, regardless of time of discovery by the camp.
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Resident Counselor Application

Our Mission

Logistics

Contact Info

COVID-19 Vaccination

Vespers Strengths

Certifications and Skills

Working with Children and Youth

Activity Skills

Personality Profile

Experience

Share experience that has helped prepare you for this position. Check the areas you have worked with people younger than you.

Past Employment

References