MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR:
Camp Doodles is seeking volunteers to participate in our CIT/Junior Counselor Leadership Training Program who are ready to have a great time being part of one of the newest, most exciting day camps in Marin. 

If you are up to the challenge of being a great role model, coach and youth leader we hope you will consider joining our exceptional staff and quality camp program.  This is a perfect opportunity for students seeking exposure in the field of teaching / education or for people who simply enjoy working with children.  We love working at camp and hope you will join us for what is sure to be a really fun summer!

Download an application form

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Our goal for the leadership prorgam is to provide an enjoyable and safe summer experience appropriate for older children (entering grades 7 - 10 in the fall). The experience will include leadership training and the opportunity to assume some daily responsibilities at Camp Doodles, along with much of the fun and excitement that accompany the rest of our summer program.It is our hope that the CIT's will begin to develop some of the skills that will enable them to assume additional leadership responsibilities in the future, perhaps as counselors and directors at Camp Doodles!

Because of the age of the participants in our CIT & Junior Counselor program, CIT's and JC's are considered campers. It is important to remember that CIT's are considered campers, not staff members. At times, the CIT's and JC's will work together in their own group under the supervision of a Camp Doodles staff member. They will use this time to meet and bond with other CIT's, learn how to help with the various camp games, activities, and responsibilities and to receive feedback and support in their role as camp leaders.

Under supervision the volunteers assist the camp counselor and director in daily activities for the participants of the day camp program. The volunteers provide extra “eyes” to keep a watch on the campers, and mainly help provide the one-on-one attention that all children deserve.

Camp Doodles only seeks volunteers who want to make personal contributions to the community and the children they serve.  Leading children, protecting their safety and helping them grow into worthy adults is challenging and serious work. Being a staff member is very much like being a parent - the real reward is the knowledge that you have given a big part of yourself to many children and those children will carry that part of you with them for their whole life.

TYPICAL TASKS:
-          Assist the counselors in leading the various camp activities; participate in song leading, skits, swimming, arts & crafts, and nature projects, and enforce regulations pertaining to the health and safety of camp participants.
-          Facilitate one-on-one time with campers.
-          Provide on very light discipline, referring problems to a counselor or the Camp Director.
-          Participate in and create skits and songs.
-          Brainstorm new activities and cool games with other staff members.
-          Attend all volunteer training meetings and participate in discussions.
-          Help with care and maintenance of equipment.
-          Have fun!!!!

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Volunteers are typically entering 8th-10th graders with some knowledge of games, sports, crafts and basic camp skills...but mainly people who enjoy working with children. 

* Be entering 7th - 10th grade

* Be genuinely interested in the opportunity (don't apply if it is only your parents that really want you to do this - do it because you want to)

* Enjoy working with children

* Be ready for a challenge (it's hard work and quite tiring!)

* Be easy-going and fun (working with kids can be unpredictable and sometimes one needs to just 'go with the flow.

LOGISTICS:

- All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and receive references. Explained in application.

- All volunteers must attend training. Training dates listed on application form.

- Most volunteers work 1-2 weeks, ideally consecutively.

- Entering 7th grade CIT's may register as a "Super Camper" using a regular camper registration form for additional weeks outside the 2 week CIT maximum.

- Leadership Training cost is priceless, and we have a $175 one-time fee for our full day training, ongoing supervison & mentoring, shirt, etc. Returning volunteers pay only $75.