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INTERNATIONAL WORKING ADVENTURES BE MORE THAN JUST A TOURIST

Camp Counselors usa

For more info and to apply visit www.ccusa.com

As children, many of us have enjoyed some form of camping experience, from sleeping in a tent in the yard to camping with our family on holidays. However, the American summer camp experience takes camping to an entirely new level.The American Summer Camp tradition started in 1861, and today over 12,000 summer camps cater to more than 10 million children. CCUSA works with nearly 1000 different camps that generally exist in beautiful, rural areas all over the USA. At camps you will find cabins, a dining hall, sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, crafts and performing arts areas, a lake or pool, climbing walls or ropes courses, and camp fire areas. Many even have horse facilities, go-carts and a whole lot more! These camps serve children of all economic backgrounds, religious faiths and abilities. All camps have one goal in common: to provide a safe, rewarding and positive experience for their campers.

An American Camping Tradition

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For more info and to apply visit www.ccusa.com

CCUSA Offers Tremendous Value:A confirmed placement prior to heading to the USA! ✔

A one-on-one placement service. We make every effort to place you at a CCUSA-approved camp that fits your ✔

personality, interests and skills. You have CCUSA’s reputation, support and seal of approval behind you! A straightforward and affordable program. ✔

An easy application process and informal one-on-one question and answer interview. ✔

An extensive range of jobs and camps; we work with nearly 1000 top-rated camps. ✔

Accommodation, all meals and laundry service included at camp for no additional cost. ✔

Completion Certificate to add to your resume once you finish your camp assignment. ✔

Excellent wages – earn up to US$800 for 9 weeks at camp. ✔

Experience with an excellent reputation among many of the best US summer camps. We have been trusted to ✔

assist them with their staffing needs for over 24 years.Free Information Meetings held in cities and universities near you. Through videos and discussions with our staff ✔

and past participants, you will discover what working, playing and travelling around the USA is really like and have all your questions answered about camp life and our program.Gain lifelong skills, independence, confidence and maturity that will broaden your horizons and enhance your ✔

future career choices. Highly informative Pre-Departure Orientation with CCUSA staff and former participants to help you prepare for ✔

your camp adventure, including how to complete required Social Security Paperwork and information about taxes. Optional Meet & Greet service in New York, offering accommodation, advice and information. ✔

Online CCUSA International Staff Handbook (full of practical information, games and tips to ease you into camp ✔

life) and the online Travel-Wise Guide (offering great advice on travel tips, places to see, where to stay and how to explore the USA after camp).Paid SEVIS fee. Your camp covers the mandatory US$35 fee for the SEVIS visa system. ✔

Return international flight from your home country to New York and one-way travel to your camp. ✔

Support and advice every step of the way from CCUSA staff who have experienced working and travelling ✔

overseas. You also gain access to your online Personal Support Website, "Footprints".Tax Service to assist you with applying for tax refunds. ✔

The rare opportunity to meet people from different countries and make friends to last a lifetime. Do it now, while ✔

you still can! Time to travel in the USA after camp. Your visa includes a thirty day grace period after completing the camp ✔

season that allows you to see all the US has to offer! Travel insurance that exceeds US government regulations (includes 3 months accident, sickness, baggage and ✔

medical evacuation coverage at no additional cost). You can extend your insurance through your local CCUSA office.Twenty-four hour emergency assistance hotline once in the USA. ✔

US mobile phones and SIM cards at exclusive CCUSA discounted prices. ✔

Visa Sponsorship and DS2019 Certificate of Eligibility required to apply for the J-1 Camp Counselor or Work and ✔

Travel Exchange Visitor Visa, plus assistance with visa processing and interviewing in your home country. CCUSA has an excellent reputation with the US Consulate to help in processing your visa.

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What will I earn?As a first time participant, you have the opportunity to earn up to US$800 for a nine week period. Check below for what pocket money you can expect to earn over the summer.

Category Pocket Money Increase Your Salary (add to the categories to the left)

Age 20+ US$500

Returnee* minimum of US$600

Support Staff (any age) US$500

Counselors at Special Needs camps US$100

If you have a American Camp Association approved Lifeguard certification** US$100

If you have a American Camp Association approved Swim Instructor certification** US$150

If you have a combination of approved Lifeguard and Swim Instructor certifications** US$200

If you work more than nine weeks, your camp will pay you US$30 for each additional day as a Camp Counselor and US$40 for each additional day as Support Staff.

* See “Return to Summer Camp” section.** Visit http://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/aquaticcert.php to see if your certifications are approved.

Your Role as Support StaffA popular and affordable choice for you as a full-time student, Support Staff members enjoy all the wonderful benefits of working at a summer camp (such as free meals and accommodation) without living or working directly with the campers. The backbone of camp, Support Staff help to keep camp operations running smoothly and efficiently. Your job at camp can range from preparing meals and cleaning the kitchen, to doing office work, maintenance and grounds work. To qualify, U.S. regulations require that you are currently a full-time student.

During the dayThe hours you work as Support Staff are not as long as that of a Camp Counselor. Depending on the job for which you are hired, you might have free time in the morning, in the afternoon, and in the evening after you finish work. As Support Staff, many camps do encourage you to get involved with all the camp activities and campers. This will not only give you a better overall camp experience, but will also help you improve your English.

AccommodationSupport Staff generally have their own housing (cabins, dormitories or platform tents) with co-workers and do not share a cabin with children.

FoodSupport staff will either sit at their own table or eat before or after the campers.

Staff and campers eat in what is normally called the Dining Hall. Depending on your camp, you get your food from a “buffet” or it is served “family style” (in which

platters of food are bought to your table).

As support staff we strongly urge you to get involved with the chants and singing in the dinning hall, as this will only add to your camp experience.

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We all worked in the kitchen – washing dishes, preparing food and serving – a total 10 hours per day including two half hour breaks. We had one free day so we can do whatever we want."

Justa, Rasa and Olga

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A Typical DayDuring the summer, you are entitled to a minimum of 24 hours off per week, of which 12 hours must be continuous during daylight hours. Support Staff are not allowed to work more than 10 hours in any one full day and/or 60 hours in one full week.

You will be expected to follow strict camp rules for campers and staff, such as no smoking, no drinking of alcoholic beverages on camp, a nightly curfew, etc.

All in all, the joy of summer camp more than offsets the hard work. A cheerful, hardworking attitude is a must!

Example of Support Staff Schedule 6:15 Breakfast preparation 8:00 Breakfast 8:30 Clean up and preliminary lunch preparation 10:00 Free time 11:15 Lunch preparation 12:00 Lunch 12:30 Clean up and preliminary dinner preparation 14:00 Free time 17:00 Dinner preparation 18:15 Dinner 18:45 Clean up 19:30 Off for the day 23:00 Lights out (Kitchen staff example)

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CLEANINGGeneral Cleaner

HousekeeperJanitor

SanitationLaundry

Rubbish Removal

KITCHEN Chef

Assistant ChefDishwashingFood Server

Waiter/WaitressKitchen Assistant

Food Prep

OFFICE SKILLSAccounting

Camp Store/CanteenFiling

SecretaryTelephone

Word Processing/Data Entry/Computers

MAINTENANCEBuilding Repairs

DriverGrounds Work

HandymanMowing Lawns

Night WatchmanPainting

Stable Work

Your Role as a Camp CounselorAs a leader, role model, friend, instructor, big brother or sister, cheerleader and hero to campers ages 7 - 16, your primary responsibility is overall supervision. You are there to ensure a child’s well-being and safety, and to make their camp experience more fun and rewarding. As a Counselor, you will be with campers 24 hours a day. Counselors make sure the campers attend and participate in day and evening activities, clean cabins, eat meals, and even get to sleep at night.

During the DayDifferent camps have different staff requirements, and you will be hired either as an Activity Counselor or an All-round/General Counselor. In either role, you will lead or assist campers of all ages in one or more activities. Your willingness to try everything and anything will be a great asset.

Activity CounselorYou will teach a specific skill or work in a specific Activity Area (such as Land Sports, Waterfront, Outdoor Adventure, Performing Arts or Arts & Crafts). This will be based on your application’s description of your skill level, ability, experience and certifications.

All-round/General CounselorIf you have good general knowledge and experience in a variety of skills or activities, a camp may hire you as an All-round/General Counselor. You will need to list as many skills and activities as you can on your application form.

You do not need to be an Olympic athlete!The good news is that in most cases, the skills and knowledge you have obtained through a hobby, by playing on local teams, in a club with friends, or at university will be enough experience to teach or assist in an activity at camp. All of your skills should be included in your application. Remember – this is a job you are applying for, so you need to fully describe your skills and experiences, and you need to be flexible and willing to help out wherever you are needed.

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"We have dealt with many staffing services and by far CCUSA provides the highest quality and most personal service of any we have used. I also believe CCUSA provides the best care for their applicants and is concerned that they enjoy a total camp experience and not just a trip to the US."

Mike - Camp Agawak

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Arts & Crafts Batiking

CartooningCeramics/Pottery

Graphic ArtsJewelry Making

Leather WorkMetal Smithing

Nature CraftPainting

Photography (Film/Digital)Rocketry

Screen PrintingSculpture

Stained GlassTie-Dyeing

Woodworking

Land SportsAerobics

American FootballArcheryBaseball

BasketballFencing

Field HockeyFitness InstructorFootball/Soccer

GolfGymnastics

LacrosseMartial Arts

PilatesRiflery

Roller HockeyRugby

SkateboardingSoftballTennis

VolleyballYoga

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A Typical DayThough camp is definitely a lot of fun, it's not a holiday for staff. Except for your time off, you'll spend 24 hours a day with an active group of children. Total working hours may be more than a typical day’s work at most other jobs. You must adapt to the lack of privacy and to the basic level of accommodation. You will be expected to follow strict camp rules for campers and staff; these generally include no smoking, no drinking of alcoholic beverages on camp and a nightly curfew. All in all, the joy of summer camp more than offsets the hard work. A cheerful, hardworking attitude is a must!

Example of Camp Counselor Schedule 7:00 Reveille (wake up, get dressed, maybe a swim) 7:30 Flag raising (the camp assembles to begin the day) 7:45 Breakfast 8:45 Cabin inspection 9:00 Activity period (Land Sports or Outdoor Adventure) 10:30 Activity period (Waterfront or Performing Arts) 12:30 Lunch 13:30 Rest hour (write letters, quiet activities in the cabins) 14:30 Activity period (Arts and Crafts or Land Sports) 16:00 Activity period (Outdoor Adventure or Waterfront) 17:30 Free time (Counselors supervise) 18:15 Dinner 19:15 Flag lowering 19:30 Evening activity (All-camp Games, Campfire, Show night) 21:30 Lights out (younger campers) 22:30 Lights out (older campers)

Examples of Evening Program ActivitiesCapture the Flag Talent ShowInternational Night CampfiresDance/Disco Bingo/Casino NightMovie Night Gold RushNight Hikes SkitsConcerts CookoutsCabin Nights

"We have dealt with many staffing services and by far CCUSA provides the highest quality and most personal service of any we have used. I also believe CCUSA provides the best care for their applicants and is concerned that they enjoy a total camp experience and not just a trip to the US."

Mike - Camp Agawak

Land SportsAerobics

American FootballArcheryBaseball

BasketballFencing

Field HockeyFitness InstructorFootball/Soccer

GolfGymnastics

LacrosseMartial Arts

PilatesRiflery

Roller HockeyRugby

SkateboardingSoftballTennis

VolleyballYoga

Outdoor ActivitiesAbseiling/RappellingAll Terrain Vehicles

BackpackingBMX Cycling

CampingGo-carts

HikingHorseback Riding English

Horseback Riding WesternLow/High RopesMountain Biking

OrienteeringOutdoor Cooking

Rock ClimbingScoutingTrekking

Trip Leader

Performing ArtsChoreography

CircusCostume/Set Design

Culinary ArtsDanceDrama

Fashion/Clothing DesignGuitarMagicMusicPiano

Radio AmateursSinging

Stage DirectionTheater/Stage Manager

Video Production

WaterfrontBoat Driving

CanoeingCrew Rowing

DivingFishing

Jet Ski/Sea Doo/ Personal Watercraft

KayakingKneeboarding

Lifeguard Surf/PoolRowingSailing

Scuba DivingSurfing

SwimmingWakeboarding

WaterskiingWhitewater KayakingWhitewater Rafting

Windsurfing

Degree/Certification*American Red Cross (ARC)

Boat LicenseChild Care

Community Services Counseling

CPR/First AidDisability Studies

LifeguardNursing

Occupational TherapyOutdoor EducationPersonal Training

Physical EducationReligious Studies

Social WorkSpecial Education

Sport CoachSports ScienceSwim Instructor

TeachingWater Safety Instructor (WSI)

Welfare Studies

Specialty SkillsDisability Practical

Experience Farm Animal Care

Farming

Additional Training - Improve your chances of getting that camp job!By gaining more skills and experience in any of the Activity Counselor Skills listed below, or by enrolling in a refresher course in your home country, you increase your chances of being hired as an Activity Counselor. Also make sure that any certification, qualification or degree you currently hold in any of the below activities will still be current during your time at camp.

AccommodationMost counselors will be living in a cabin or platform tent with a co-counselor and 8 to 10 campers of similar age. Sometimes cabins have their own bathroom, but it is also common for several cabins to share a large centralized bath and shower facility.

FoodStaff and campers eat in what is normally called the Dining Hall. Depending on your camp, you get your food from a “buffet” or it is served “family style” (in which platters of food are brought to your table). In most cases you will eat with your campers and co-counselors. The dining hall is a fun and lively part of camp, often with lots of talking, chants and singing.

"My Summer was amazing!!!! I had the best experience of my life and I have signed my contract to return next year and I'll probably be taking my brother with me too."

Vlad

* Must be currently studying or have a degree/certificate.

Camp Types

1. TRADITIONAL PROGRAM CAMPS• Independent/Privatelyowedcampsand

Agency (such as YMCA) camps.• Co-edorsingle-gendercamps(oftenwitha

brother/sister camp nearby).• Servecampersfrommiddletohigh-income

families, with many campers returning year after year.

• HireamixofActivityandAll-roundCounselorsand Support Staff.

2. SPECIALTY PROGRAM CAMPS • MainlyTraditionalCamps,theseaimtohelp

teach, develop and expand any specific skill that campers may already have or wish to learn.

• Someincludebothchildrenandtheirparents.• Co-edorsingle-gendercamps(oftenwitha

brother/sister camp nearby).• HirealargepercentageofmixofActivity

Counselors and Support Staff and some Activity All-round Counselors.

3. CAMPS SERVING UNDERPRIVILEGED AND INNER-CITY CHILDREN• Social,governmentandcharitableagencies

such as the Salvation Army, Youth and Family Services and Fresh Air Fund oversee and help to fund these camps.

• WelcomeCampersofmanydifferentethnic,social and racial backgrounds attend these.

• Co-edcampsthatservicelow-tomiddle-income families.

• Offerawidevarietyoftraditionalactivities,such as Outdoor Adventure, Waterfront, Land Sports, Arts & Crafts, and Performing Arts.


4. SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS • Priorexperienceworkingwithchildrenand

adults with Special Needs is not necessary.• Operatedandfundedbynon-profitagencies

or private organizations that serve children and/or adult campers who need extra atten-tion because of physical and/or developmental challenges/disabilities.

• SpecialNeedscampsfocusoneitheroneorarange of disabilities.

• Counselorshelpcampersparticipateinawiderange of traditional camp activities, while helping them with social/interpersonal skills and their daily living tasks (eating, dressing, showering, etc.).

• HirealargepercentageofmixofAll-roundCounselors and Support Staff and some Activity Counselors.

5. GIRL SCOUT CAMPS• Scoutingexperienceisnotnecessary.• Girls-onlycampsthatgenerallyservemiddle

income families.• Offerawidevarietyoftraditionalactivities,

such as Outdoor Adventure, Waterfront, Land Sports, Arts & Crafts, and Performing Arts.


6. CAMPS FOR CAMPERS WITH SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS • Priorexperienceworkingwithchildrenand

adults with Special Requirements is not nec-essary.

• Servecamperswithspecificmedicalcondi-tions or impairments, such as emotional disor-ders, learning disabilities (including ADD and ADHD), diabetes, terminal illnesses, hearing/sight impairment and weight control.

• Activitiesaresimilartothoseattraditionalcamps but are adapted to the ability of the campers.

• Manycamperswilltakemedicationandthecamps usually have full-time nursing support.


7. RELIGIOUS CAMPS• Christian(Catholic,Anglican,etc.)orJewish

faith camps ranging from conservative to lib-eral philosophies.

• Co-edcampsthatservicelow,middleandhigh-income families of different faiths.


• Counselorswithastrongreligiousbeliefsys-tem will have the opportunity to lead devotion-als and Bible or Torah studies.


8. DAY CAMPS• CanbepartofaTraditionalcamporoperateat

a city park, beach, church hall or community centre.

• Co-edcampmainlyoperatingMondaytoFriday, 8 am to 6 pm with some overnight trips and weekend activities.

• Campsarrangehousingandmealsforinterna-tional staff at the Traditional camp or with host families.



Every camp in America is unique; they vary depending on location, environment, activities, facilities and campers. All camps with which CCUSA works are carefully reviewed and match our high standards and the standards of the American Camp Association (ACA). You will be required to choose at least four of these camp types.

Check out “Types of Camps” under the Camp Counselors USA program at www.ccusa.com for full camp descriptions.

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Apply Today if You: ✔ Enjoy working with or being around children;✔ Are outgoing, cheerful, adaptable, flexible, and reliable;✔ Are prepared to work for at least nine weeks from May/June to August;✔ Will be at least 18 years old by June 1st 2010.

If you meet the above requirements and are ready for a once in a lifetime experience, then CCUSA’s Camp Counselors USA program is for you!

Visit www.ccusa.com to apply. After we receive your application, we will contact you to schedule an interview.

Returning to Summer Camp Let CCUSA help you get there! We can accommodate anyone and everyone’s return to their previous summer camp, even if you have not

used CCUSA before!

Even though you have been to camp before, there are still a few things you need from your visa sponsor, and CCUSA offers the best overall “Returnee”* package and process:

1. Contact your camp and let them know you want to return;2. Negotiate your own position, contract and salary;

3. Complete the easy CCUSA Returnee application, pay your discounted Returnee fee, and send us your invitation to return to camp and signed Program Agreement.

Own Arranger Returnee: You arrange all your own transport to and from camp. Earn a minimum of US$2,000.

Returning on the program but you want to attend a different camp?

This is certainly possible. You will need additional documentation and letters of recommendation from your previous camp director. Please contact your CCUSA country office for details and instructions on how to apply.

* Returnee is someone returning to the same camp.

Time to Travel After CampThe last day of camp is also the start of a new adventure, as you are able to travel around the USA! You have 30 days of travel time to explore the U.S. after your camp assignment successfully finishes. The friends you have made at camp will become your travel companions and the CCUSA Travel Handbook your guide!

Past participants recommend these “don't miss” destinations:

•Boston–thehomeoftheAmericanRevolutionhaslotstoofferwithgreatfood,shoppingandclubs

•NewYorkCity–theBigApplehasitall–theEmpireStateBuilding,Broadway,CentralPark,Statueof Liberty and much, much more!

•MiamiBeach–thebeaches,theclubs,theLatinmusic

•LasVegas–Needwesaymore?

•GrandCanyonNationalPark–AMAZING!!Nottobemissed

•SanFrancisco–leaveyourheartbehindintheCitybytheBayas you walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, or hang out in Chinatown

•LosAngeles–Hollywood,UniversalStudios,VeniceBeach,Santa Monica – this says it all

•PLUSeverythinginbetween.

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"Thanks CCUSA. Pete has had a fantastic experience at camp. Thank you for the efficient structure that has made it easier for such experiences to be part of many young lives."

Participant's Parent

To find a CCUSA office near you visit:

www.ccusa.com

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