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WALTON’S GRIZZLY LODGE SUMMER CAMP
EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
Camp Owners (Major Shareholders): Bob & Denise Stein
(Third Generation)
Camp Directors: Adam & Julie Stein, Jared & Erica Stein
(Fourth Generation)
RETURN TO:
Walton’s Grizzly Lodge
Attention: Jared Stein
P.O. Box 10478
Truckee, CA 96162
Office: 530-587-6343
Fax: 530-587-2738
E-mail: info@grizzlylodge.com

Counselor Job Description
Walton's Grizzly Lodge Summer Camp is a co-ed overnight camp for children 7-14 years old. We are looking for individuals who want to spend the summer working with children in a structured outdoor setting.

Each counselor has a group of eight campers they are responsible for. In addition, counselors teach activities throughout the day in areas they have experience in and have been trained to lead. Counselors work six days a week. The first year counselor salary for the summer of 2008 is $310.00 a week, plus a $300.00 - $700.00 travel allowance and a $100.00 end of summer bonus. An additional $800.00 can be earned through credential bonuses.

Dates of employment are from June 11 through either August 16 or 23.

Those interested in applying for the Summer of 2009 are encouraged to call our winter office
(530-274-9577) or complete our online application beginning in January. Applicants must be at least 18 and have completed a minimum of one year of college before the start of summer.

International staff should contact Camp Counselors USA. They can be reached at
1-800-999-2267.

Philosophy
We believe in providing a safe, natural, happy, secure environment where kids can be kids. We believe hiring and training a mature, caring and fun loving staff is the key element in helping us achieve this goal each summer. We believe in providing a structured program for children that emphasizes a feeling of family, friendship and belonging and encourages active participation in a variety of experiences. We believe summer camp should be a positive learning and growing experience for everyone involved.

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*Full Name

*Date of Application

*Birthdate (00/00/0000)

*Permanent Address (Street, City, State, Zip)

*Phone

*School Address (Street, City, State, Zip)

* Cell Phone

*E-Mail Address

Marital Status

Do you smoke?

Do you chew tobacco?

Have you been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor?

If yes, please explain

Do you consent to being finger printed?

Do you consent to a background check?

Do you have any dietary consideration?

If yes, please explain

How did you hear about us?

Personal Appearance Expectations
As role models for children we expect our staff to present a wholesome image. Staff will maintain a clean, neat and well-groomed appearance. Staff members are to be clean shaven. Hair is to be a natural color (no blue, pink, green, etc.) Visible tattoos are to be small, inconspicuous and appropriate for a children’s summer camp. We reserve the right to determine standards for presenting a wholesome image and may add specific expectations as needed.

If hired, I agree to follow the outlined personal appearance expectations upon my arrival at camp and throughout the entire summer.

Date:

Signed:

EDUCATION:
High School:

City/State

College:
Name of School

City/State

Year in School Completed

Major Minor

EXPERIENCE: Camp, or child related experiences as an employee. Most recent first.
(Position/Employer/City/Dates)

REFERENCES: Include three. Former employers preferred. Do not list relatives or personal friends. Indicate if phone numbers are work or home numbers;
(Name/Relationship/Phone)

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT: Are you currently employed?
Current Employer

Type of Job

Phone

ACTIVITIES: Place a 1 by the activities you have taught or are qualified to teach. Place a 2 by the activities you have had experience with and could assist in teaching. Place a 3 by the activities you are somewhat familiar with and have an interest in.

Arts and Crafts	Rock Climbing	Swimming
Ceramics	Repelling	Water Skiing
Etched Glass	Ropes Course	Windsurfing
Lanyards		Sailing
Weaving	Tennis	Fishing
Photography	Golf
Woodworking	Disc Golf	Dance
	Soccer	Drama
Air Rifle	Basketball	Guitar
.22 Riflery	Street Hockey	Song Leading
Archery	Skateboarding
	BMX	Horseback Riding
Wrestling	Lacrosse

Do you play a musical instrument?

Which one(s)

List any other skills you have that would be useful at a summer camp:

Do you hold any of the following credentials?

What age group do you prefer to work with?

1. Tell us about yourself. Include any experiences you have which will help us evaluate you as a potential summer camp counselor for children.

2. What do you believe are the major roles and responsibilities of a camp counselor?

3. How can a well run camp contribute to the growth and development of its campers?

4. Describe your experiences and ability to work as a contributing team member.

I authorize investigations of all statements herein and release the camp 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.

Type of position desired:

Date:

Signed:

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Walton’s Grizzly Lodge Summer Camp Is An Equal Opportunity Employer