Counselor Application Form

Returning Counselor Application - WC25

Hello! We are looking for talented people with enthusiasm, a positive attitude, a passion to serve, a love for children, and a love for Jesus Christ. Come and join us in furthering God’s Kingdom through our camp ministry! All forms and necessary documents are available at catholicway.net/camp-staff-and-volunteers
APPLICATION DUE DATES:
CORE TEAM MEMBERS: FRIDAY, November 29, 2025
COUNSELORS: FRIDAY, December 20, 2025

We will start filling roles as soon as we can, but not all positions may be filled immediately. Please submit your application even after these dates in case we still have a spot for you.

2025 WINTER CAMP DATES:
Jan 10 - Jan 12: Counselor Training Weekend
Jan 17 - Jan 19: English 8-12
Jan 24 - Jan 26: French 8-12
Jan 31 - Feb 2: English 12-15
Feb 7 - Feb 9: French 12-15
Feb 14 - Feb 17: Bilingual 15-17
Feb 22: Clean-up & Wrap-up

Applications for winter camp roles are for returning counselors only. Our camp leaders will be in touch after they have received your application.

*Malheureusement, ce formulaire ne vous est pas disponible en Français. Ceci est pour simplifier notre processus comme certains membres de notre personnel ne comprennent pas le Français. Sil vous plait me contacter si vous avez besoin de l'assistance.

Personal Information
Name*

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Birthday*

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Your age on January 1st, 2025*
Must be over 15 years or older by January 1st 2025 to apply
We thank you for your interest in serving at camps, however counselors must be 15 years old or older by January 1st, 2025 to work at camp.
Parent/Guardian Name *

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Parent/Guardian Phone Number*
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Parent/Guardian Email*
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Gender*
SIN
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Address*

Street Address

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Do you have a driver's license*

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Please indicate drivers license class and stage*
Do you have any other licenses and certificate*
Please list any of your current licenses or certifications that would be relevant to work at camp. This may include but is not limited to First Aid, National Lifeguard, Bronze Cross, activity instructor, Food Handler Certification, WHMIS, etc.

Emergency Contacts
Primary Emergency Contact*

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Phone Number*
Relationship*
How are they related to you?
Secondary Emergency Contact*

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Relationship*
How are they related to you?
Third Optional Emergency Contact

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Relationship
How are they related to you?

Church Information
Name of the church or parish you attend*
City/Town*
Parish Phone Number*
How often do you attend church?*

WeeklyMonthlySeldomly
Pastor's Name*

First NameLast Name
Pastor's Phone Number*
Do you attend any Youth Groups?*

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Youth Leader's Name *

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Youth Leader's Phone Number*
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Ministry Experience

Camp Experience
Have you been to Saint Malo Catholic Camps as a camper?*

SummerWinterNo
Have you ever volunteered or worked at SMCC camps before?*

YesNo
If yes, how often have you attended training week?*
Do not include winter camp training weekends.
If yes, describe your roles in more detail and the number of weeks worked for each:*
Have you ever volunteered or worked at other camps or in other ministries?*

YesNo
If yes, describe your roles in more detail and the time spent for each:*
Have you ever studied or worked at a faith formation school?*

YesNo
If yes, list which ones and the time spent for each:*

Disclaimer
As a worker at the Saint Malo Catholic Camps, you are a witness of Christ to all who come through our doors. The Board of Directors who are responsible for these camps ask that you submit in love to the rules and regulations outlined by the Saint Malo Catholic Camps. The rules and regulations are in place in order to ensure an enriching environment for campers, volunteers, and staff.

Upon acceptance as a staff or volunteer member of the Saint Malo Catholic Camps, you will be required to sign a copy of our staff commitment, to undergo a Child Abuse Registry check, and complete the Safe Church Environment training by the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface. Any staff members 18 years of age or older will also be required to submit a valid criminal record check. Counselor Training week and Camp Wrap-up is mandatory for all staff and volunteers.

Exceptions must be approved by the Camp Director. Successful candidates will be contacted to inform of acceptance into the SMCC program, at which point you will be invited to commit to the weeks assigned to you and to sign a formal contract. Once the contract is signed, we expect that you will make yourself available for all the weeks you have committed to, except in situations of extenuating circumstances.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@catholicway.net or call 204-347-5396

Staff and Volunteer Code of Conduct
** PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SIGNING**
Policy 18.1 – STANDARDS OF CONDUCT- Direct Camp Staff
All staff must adhere to the Standards of Conduct. Any staff member who does not adhere will be dealt with in accordance with policy 18.5.

Policy 18.2 – APPROPRIATE CONDUCT
18.2.1 – Be a practicing Catholic. Catholic, acceptance of the fundamental teachings of the Church, attending weekly liturgy.

18.2.2– Obey the law as responsible citizens. For example, this precludes the use of marijuana and drugs for non-medical purposes, disrespecting or borrowing without permission the property of others, and disregard for the rules of the road when driving.

18.2.3– Obey the highest command: to love God and one another. Love for God is to fear and obey him willingly. To love one another as defined in God’s Word includes “doing to others what you would have them do to you” (Matthew 7:12), avoiding favoritism or prejudice (James 2:8-9), and putting the needs and interests of others ahead of one’s own (Philippians 2:3-4).

18.2.4– Work responsibly. Adherence to the policies and procedures of the St. Malo Catholic Camps.

18.2.5– Confidentiality. Upholding the confidential nature of the information a young person gives them, not disclosing it to those who have no need for such information. (See policy 10.4-Discretion)

18.2.6– Dress code. Dress appropriately and modestly. (See policy 17.9- Staff and volunteer dress code)

Policy 18.3 – INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT
Recognizing that a position of ministry carries with it responsibility for appropriate behavior, the Catholic School of Evangelization outlines here what it considers unacceptable behavior:

18.3.1– Romantic Relationships - A team member will not initiate a romantic relationship or have any intimate physical contact such as fondling and kissing with a fellow team member, camper and/or anyone else the team member meets while serving at camp.

18.3.2– Sexual Sins –Premarital sex, abortion, contraception, adultery, homosexual behaviour, and viewing pornography (Ps. 139:13-16; 1 Cor. 6:12-20; Eph. 4:17-24; 1 Thess. 4:3-8; 1 Tim. 1:9-10)

This includes harassment: A team member will not in such a manner as to cause discomfort or humiliation or both: 1) make comments of a sexual nature, 2) make sexually explicit statements, stories, jokes, etc., 3) make unwelcome physical contact. (Jn. 13:34-35; Rom.12:9-21; Eph.4:31)

18.3.3– All forms of dishonesty– Including cheating and stealing (Prov. 12:22; Col. 3:9; Eph. 4:28) A team member will not steal anything from a fellow team member, campers, or the CSE.

18.3.4– Refrain from other practices which are condemned by God - A team member will not have any involvement with the occult (Acts 19:19; Gal. 5:19) or abuse alcohol/drugs (Eph. 5:18). Unless for valid reasons, approved by the person in authority, alcoholic beverages are unacceptable at the CSE.

18.3.5– Belligerence - A team member will not act in such a way as to be blatantly and consistently hostile and uncooperative, this includes slander(gossip) and swearing or use of profane language (Eph 4:29,5:4; Jas 3:1-12)

Acceptance and Acknowledgment
As a staff and/or volunteer at the Saint Malo Catholic Camps*

I have filled this form with correct information to the best of my knowledge.I acknowledge and agree to the terms listed in the Disclaimer aboveI acknowledge and agree to abide by the Staff Code of Conduct aboveI acknowledge and agree to abide by the the Policy and Procedures in its entirety (which can be found online at www.catholicway.net/policies)
Since I will be under the age of 18 on January 1st, 2025*

I acknowledge that upon submission my Parent/Guardian listed above will receive an email to complete a Parent/Guardian Waiver for minors on my behalf
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Returning Counselor Application - WC25

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