Counselor In Training (CIT) Program Goal
Any individual aged 13-15 is eligable to be a Tiverton Summer Camp CIT. Youth volunteers will be provided with the opportunity to participate in a career/volunteer development program consisting of leadership and service activities. They will be given essential guidance and a support system that is designed to help youth examine the values inherent in human service, either as a career or a volunteer pursuit.
Each CIT will be provided with Camp Volunteer staff uniforms. The Recreation Commission does not provide CITs with registration for Field Trips, but they are available to CITs for $15 per trip, including transportation. There is no fee to participate in the CIT program.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in providing a quality summer program that reinforces the mission of the Tiverton Recreation Commission Summer Camp.
- Help coordinate daily & weekly activities for youths.
- Gain an overall knowledge of summer camp operations.
- Attend training and orientation.
- Arrive to work at scheduled time and communicate with Camp coordinator when tardy or absent.
- Follow Camp dress code
- Treat each child with dignity and respect.
- Provide general care and supervision of children and maintain safe and fun environment.
- Enforce safety regulations as directed
- Comply with the rules and regulations of the Tiverton Recreation Commission Summer Camp.
- Interact cooperatively with peers, staff and director.
- Provide support to youth, staff and families at all times.
- Display a positive “can do” attitude and genuine enthusiasm.
- Perform other appropriate duties as assigned or as needed.
- Clock in and out daily to record hours of work.
All Applications are due back by Sunday May 5, 2024 @ 5:00 PM ET
Important Dates to Remember:
- May 5: Applications Due
- May 6-20: Interviews – These will be set up after applications have been turned in. Interviews may occur earlier, depending on submission timeline
- May 21-28: Candidates are notified of acceptance.
- July 7-8: CIT Training (REQUIRED)
- July 10 – August 18: Summer Camp