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Welcome Returning Staff

We are happy that you are interested in returning. Returning staff aids in the stability of the program and is something the campers really look forward to. Because you have previously worked at Camp Howe, you do not need to complete the full application. You will need to complete the following application to be considered for a position the following season. Staff wishing to apply for a leadership position will need to complete the Leadership Staff Questionnaire found HERE.

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Full Name:
Email Address:
Permanent Address  
Dates expected to be at this address:
Street and Number:
City:
State:
Country:
Zip or Post Code:
Phone Number:
Cell Phone Number:
School or Temporary Address  
Dates expected to be at this at this address:
Street and Number:
City:
State:
Country:
Zip or Post Code:
Phone Number:
Emergency contact
Emergency Contact Name:
Contact Phone Number:  
Relationship:   
   
Date Available from:
Date Available to:
   
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How many prior seasons have you worked at Camp Howe?
What  other camps or summer programs have you worked at?
What positions have you held in a summer camp?
   
List any certifications which will be current next summer
List any certifications that you will renew before next summer
   
Position 1:
Position 2:
Desired Salary:
Age Group Preferred to Work With:
   
Why are you interested in returning to Camp Howe this summer?
As a returning staff member, what special contributions can you make to the camp?
Based on your performance last season, what skills would you like to improve upon?
First Reference
(Please provide name, and contact number and how you know this person)
Second Reference
(Please provide name, and contact number and how you know this person)
Third Reference
(Please provide name, and contact number and how you know this person)
   
Each staff member completed personnel policies regarding personal conduct both during the summer and after the summer is complete. Please reflect on your actions since the summer and answer the following questions. A response of no to any one question, may require action on your part to come into compliance with the policies of Camp Howe.
When connecting with campers (phone, email or online) have you followed the personnel policies and received the permission of the camper's parents? YesNo
If you have uploaded photographs to the web (eg: facebook) did get the permission of the Executive Director for any photograph that has recognizable campers in it? YesNo
Is your online social networking profile kept private from campers? YesNo
We are looking at a new evaluation process in the coming year. Using a 4-point scale (4=best/always; 1=worst/never) please rate your performance last year in each of the following areas.
Knew my campers’ names and specific things about them OneTwoThreeFour
Had fun with my campers who in turn liked to be with me OneTwoThreeFour
Put campers ahead of everything else OneTwoThreeFour
Made sure the health, cleanliness and diet of my campers were taken care of OneTwoThreeFour
Was careful, considerate, and used appropriate language with campers OneTwoThreeFour
Made sure my campers were dressed and ready for activities OneTwoThreeFour
Showed patience and care with campers as a group OneTwoThreeFour
Was careful, consistent, firm and appropriate with discipline OneTwoThreeFour
Was present and engaged during meals, free swim, siesta, check in and check out OneTwoThreeFour
Actively engaged the kids during clean-up in a positive way OneTwoThreeFour
Made sure campers were prepared for activities OneTwoThreeFour
Watched out for the safety and wellbeing of campers OneTwoThreeFour
Was fair as a referee and demonstrated sportsmanship OneTwoThreeFour
At activity areas was actively engaged with all my campers OneTwoThreeFour
Was positive, upbeat and spirited at activities OneTwoThreeFour
Was where I was supposed to be and actively did my job OneTwoThreeFour
I was adaptable: able to change course on short notice/ did what was asked on short notice. OneTwoThreeFour
Worked well with co-counselors and other staff members OneTwoThreeFour
Asked for help when needed or appropriate OneTwoThreeFour
Accepted help when offered and used feedback to do my job better OneTwoThreeFour
Made complaints to the right people in an acceptable way OneTwoThreeFour
Offered to pitch in when appropriate OneTwoThreeFour
Kept supervisor aware of camper issues OneTwoThreeFour
Respected and lived by camp policies and rules OneTwoThreeFour
Served as a good role model to campers and other staff OneTwoThreeFour
 
I agree: Important: Clicking this checkbox signifies my agreement that to the best of my knowledge, the above information is factual and accurate.
 

In accordance with Massachusetts law, summer camps are required to obtain a criminal background report on all staff working with children. Part of the application process will require you to authorize 4-H Camp Howe to receive this information about you.

I authorize investigation of all statements herein and release the camp and all others from liability in connection with same. I understand that untrue, misleading, or omitted information herein may result in dismissal, regardless of the time of discovery by the camp.

I also permit Camp Howe to use any images of me taken during the summer for publicity purposes. Further, I give permission for any photos I take during camp to be used by Camp Howe or external organizations if they are in the benefit and promotion of Camp Howe.

Note: All statements become part of any employee personnel files.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employee who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
 
 
 
 
 
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