Sonshine Christian Youth Camp at Camp Bandina

Staff members must be an ACTIVE member of a Church of Christ congregation. 

Staff members must be at least 18 years old and have been out of high school for at least a year. Counselors must be at least 6 years older than campers in their cabin. 

Applications must be submitted by April 23rd.

If accepted, the Staff Fee is $75. Payment can be made on scycbandina.com or checks can be mailed to:

SCYC

402 Center Way

Lake Jackson, Texas 77566

Make checks payable to – Sonshine Christian Youth Camp, Inc. (SCYC)

The director will contact those that have been selected through text or email by April 30th.

Positions applied for are not guaranteed.

Staff will be assigned where needed.

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*Each selected staff member must take the Abuse Prevention training and test. The test can be taken and submitted online. A link to the training and test will be sent if selected.

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CHECK-IN:

Staff are highly encouraged to arrive on Saturday, July 12th if possible.
Camper check-in is 3:00-4:30pm on Sunday, July 13th.
All available staff should be on campus before the campers arrive.

If you will be arriving with a group on Sunday, please help the medical staff by assuring that your campers have their medications labeled, bagged and ready to turn in during registration.

Staff members must turn in ALL personal medications:

prescription and non-prescription

 
CHECK-OUT:

Camper check-out is at 10:00am, Saturday, July 19th.

ALL cabins must be cleaned and approved by the director before campers or staff will be allowed to leave.

 

WHAT TO BRING:

· Bible and pen (perhaps some writing paper)

· Outdoor clothes (pack dress code appropriate shirts and shorts)

· Swimsuits (shirt must be worn to and from river)

· Twin sheets, blanket, sleeping bag, pillow

· Towels, wash cloths

· Personal care items (i.e. toothbrush, deodorant, sunscreen, lip balm, etc.)

· A plastic bucket or container for the oatmeal battle

· If you are able, bring extras of items campers may forget!

 
DRESS CODE:

All clothing must be modest and in good taste. We trust you will thoughtfully consider the clothing you bring to camp to be sure it is appropriate for the work you will be doing.

· All shirts must have sleeves (no cut-offs or tank tops) and must cover your midriff (no crop tops or cut-offs).

· All shorts must reach mid-thigh.

· No leggings or yoga pants will be allowed.

· No jeans/pants/shorts with excessive rips, tears or holes above the knee.

· Shirts must be worn to and from the river at swim time.

 

--SCYC WILL BE A CLOSED CAMPUS TO ALL VISITORS--

This provides the safest, healthiest and most fulfilling environment for our campers and staff.

We will make appropriate exceptions regarding baptisms.

 

PARENTS OF POSSIBLE PRE-CAMPERS (those not yet of camp age):

Pre-campers are discouraged from being brought to SCYC. Additional resources and personnel are needed to properly supervise pre-campers during the week. Pre-campers are not allowed to stay in cabins with campers.

Pre-campers MUST be approved by the director.

Pre-camper fee is $75/child.

**Check scycbandina.com for additional info and updates**

All SCYC staff applicants must have a letter of recommendation submitted from an Elder or Minister of the congregation the applicant has actively been attending (for college students, this MUST be a congregation you attend while at school).

It is important that applicants have an active and thriving faith life. In order for you to provide the greatest support and direction to campers, it is expected that you are seeking ways to grow and serve with your church.

The director will contact your reference to have them complete an electronic recommendation. Please let your reference know you have submitted their information so that they are prepared to complete the form.

Applicants will NOT be accepted until their recommendation has been submitted and approved.

Please rank your top 4 positions as a staff member. Positions applied for are not guaranteed. Staff will be assigned where needed.

#Support Staff priority is given to graduates from the previous 2 years.

*Medical & Kitchen staff will be directly contacted for their positions.

(counselors must be 6 at least years older than their campers)

Let us know how you are willing to serve:

Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Staff Conduct Agreement

Sonshine Christian Youth Camp (SCYC) is a ministry that seeks to demonstrate the love of Christ to all involved. We expect our staff to model Christ-like behavior to the campers, their parents and fellow staff members at all times. Foremost, our staff exists to guide and protect the campers both spiritually and physically.

**As a volunteer staff member of SCYC, I agree to remain on campus at all times unless given specific instructions and permission to leave campus by the director.

**As a volunteer staff member of SCYC, I agree to set the proper example to limit my phone use to the pre-designated times of the day, when needed to complete camp duties/communication, or in an emergency situation.

As a volunteer staff member of SCYC, I agree to observe and obey the guidelines and regulations that have been established for this camp session. If selected as a staff member of SCYC, I willingly agree to accept the role assigned to me. Furthermore, I agree to fulfill the duties expected of me to the best of my ability. Failure to adhere to these expectations may lead to my immediate and/or future dismissal as a staff member of SCYC.

If YES, list all medications (prescription and non-prescription).

State Regulations require that ALL medication be in original containers, have an original, intact prescription label affixed with the patient’s name, be stored in a secure location not accessible to campers, and can only be dispensed under the direction of the Camp Health Officer (CHO). [see 25 TAC §265.15(l)]  Staff Members are required to maintain ALL medications in a secure location not accessible to campers.

I hereby acknowledge and grant permission for the following:

· I am at least 18 years of age.

· Pre-existing conditions, injuries or illnesses occurring or existing prior to arrival at the camp will not be covered by camp insurance, and the staff member’s personal insurance is primary and camp insurance is secondary.

· The Camp Director, the CHO or other qualified staff may take me to the hospital, to the doctor, or seek other reasonable and appropriate emergency treatment in case of an accident or sickness.

· Medical and surgical treatment may be conducted as needed in the judgment of treating physicians.

· The medical information provided is intended for the use of camp personnel and any attending medical personnel and will be shared on a limited basis with those needing to know, but will otherwise be maintained as confidential.

· Staff members may participate in swimming or water-related activities, but based on the conditions present at the water-front, they may be required to passing a swimming proficiency test administered by a certified lifeguard.

Any individual who fails to disclose a conviction will be precluded from serving on the staff.

I understand that:

a. The information that I have provided may be verified, if necessary, by contacting persons or organizations named in this application, or by contacting any person or organization that may have information concerning me.  I hereby authorize the session director to perform a criminal background and sex offender registry check on me.  I hereby release and agree to hold harmless from liability any person or organization that provides information.  I also agree to hold harmless Bandina Christian Youth Camp, Inc. and the officers, employees, and volunteers thereof.

b. In signing this application, I have received and read the attached Safe Environment Policy information and apply for a volunteer staff position with Bandina Christian Youth Camp, Inc.  I agree to comply with the Bylaws and the Policies and Procedures of Bandina Christian Youth Camp, Inc.  I affirm that the information I have given on this form is true and correct.  I will follow the Safe Environment Guidelines.