Introductions

2. Name Hometown Height And… Introductions

3. Access to the Rec Center during the summer ($99 value); Must sign waiver Free locker rental downstairs for the summer Benefits

4. Forms due to HR (U-Hall) ASAP Paid every 2 weeks Direct deposit (recommended) Payroll

5. Meet the Pro Staff Kim Schmidt Director

6. Meet the Pro Staff Carol Nickol Associate Director – Programs Kendra Violet Associate Director – Facilities & Membership

7. Meet the Pro Staff Facilities and Operations Membership Emily Piercey Asst. Director Jim Jamriska Asst. Director Jayme Johnson Coordinator Emilie Saltz Coordinator

8. Meet the Pro Staff Aquatics Fitness and Wellness Ashley Varol Asst. Director Carol Wolkoff Asst. Director Brandi Hamilton Coordinator Bob Weeks Coordinator

9. Camp Policies & Procedures

10. Policies & Procedures Administrative Tree Behavior Policy Child Supervision Arts & Crafts Lunch Active Listening Discipline A Day in the Life

11. “Our mission is to provide you child with an exciting, well-rounded recreation experience. REC Kids Camp is structured to emphasize your child’s development and education while promoting healthy lifestyles among school-aged children.” Mission & Values

12. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR & COORDINATOR SUMMER CAMP Discipline Planning and Developing Camp Training Staff/Payroll Schedules Budget Overall Camp Decisions and Supervision ROLE MODEL ASSISTANT COORDINATOR - ARTS & CRAFTS Help with Registration/Paperwork • Plan and implement all arts and crafts projects. • Order and maintain inventory of art supplies • Color-Off ROLE MODEL ASSISTANT COORDINATOR – OPERATIONS Programming, Field Trips, Order Supplies and Equipment Snack Day to day Operations Camper Club ROLE MODEL COUNSELORS Planning day to day activities Safety of Campers Monitoring Campers Provide a Fun Positive Experience ROLE MODEL

13. Dress code • Think active • Smoking…or lack of • Alcohol & Controlled Substances …definitely lack of Behavior Policy

14. Your group is going from the classroom to the climbing wall. What are some things you should do prior to leaving the room? What are some things you should do once you get to the wall? Child Supervision

15. Head counts • Line etiquette • How far you can be from the children • Younger (5-8/9) • Older (10ish+) • Language • Strangers Child Supervision

16. You are EXPECTED to participate Help Sarah out Put the kids first Have fun yourself Counselor Expectations - Arts & Crafts

17. When do you take your lunch? Do I clock out? Snack time – help out Food allergies Sound level Leave the room clean Counselor Expectations - Lunch/Snack

18. Pool Rules Interaction with the kids Days off Counselor Expectations – Swimming Pool

19. There may be situations where it is hard to hear/understand the camper. • What you should do: • Talk in a quiet, private place. • Never talk about personal matters in front of other campers. • Use body language. • Use leading questions. • Look interested. • Hear them out. Active Listening

20. 1. Respect each other (Keep all hands, feet, and other objects to yourself). 2. Respect camp staff (listen). 3. Respect camp property. 4. Respect the building. 5. Be a good sport. 6. Have fun! The 6 Rules of Camp

21. Find a balance • Correct immediately. • Talk with your kids early and each week. • 1st offense – warning • 2nd offense – 1st time out • 3rd offense – Longer time out + Trip to the camp office; Fill out discipline form • 4th offense – Parent/Coordinator meeting + 2nd discipline form • 5th offense – Suspension or expulsion. • Physical punishment or withholding food from a child is NEVER an acceptable form of punishment and may result in suspension or termination. Discipline

22. Why is positive reinforcement important? What are some ways you can positively reinforce children? Discipline (continued)

23. Prevention • Spread out • Redirect • Find a balance • Over-reinforce Tips

24. Weekly • Mix of stuff for us to plan and stuff for you to plan • What is… • Camper club? • Quiet/story time? • Lunch Journey? Camp Schedules

25. Know when to ask for help. Counselor Timeout

26. Copycats Involvement Manners Role Models

28. 1st offense – EEF & Phone confiscated • 2nd offense – EEF & Meeting with Admin. + potential suspension • 3rd offense – EEF & Suspension and/or termination • Process -> • Camp closet -> occasional checking -> no data, text, or voice, unless an emergency • Outside = able to keep Cell Phone Policy

29. You are prohibited from: • Posting on social media during camp hours (minus lunch break). • Posting any photos, videos, or direct references of minors on any social media outlet at ANY TIME. • Keep in mind: • Despite privacy settings, there are many ways people can gain access to your posts. • Any posts detrimental to UC, the CRC, or camp may be reviewed and dealt with accordingly. Social Media Policy

30. Hold grudges. Snap. Talk AT a child. Talk about campers in front of campers. Talk about nightly activities in front of campers. Curse. Play inappropriate music in front of campers. Stress winning over sportsmanship. Clearly express favoritism over certain children. Counselors Should Not…

31. Confine campers when giving directions (i.e. sit on the red line, inside the circle). Have a plan B. BE LOUD! Make an effort to learn every child’s name. Give campers incentives to learn others’ names. Employ camper helpers as much as possible (and positively reinforce!). Be fair. Respect campers and staff. SMILE  Counselors Should…

32. Prior to 7:30am, CALL Drew or Phil • Program number 703-943-6783 (Drew) 513-686-0649 (Phil) • Between 7:30am-9am, Call MS and ask to speak with a Camp pro. Staff member • Program number 513-556-0604 • Being hung-over is not a valid excuse, and you will be written up and/or terminated. • Vacation time must be approved at the beginning of the summer. Once the summer starts, vacation requests may not be approved. Sick/Vacation Time

33. Why is it important? • Counselor sportsmanship • After every sport… • Team huddle • Shake hands Sportsmanship

34. Week 4 (June 23-27): Star Search Counselor Homework