Youth Camp Volunteer Application 2020

Youth Camp Volunteer Application 2020

Youth Camp Volunteer Application 2020

2020 Pennsylvania Church of God

Youth Camp Volunteer Application (please keep this page as reference)

Mail completed application to:Pennsylvania Church of God Youth CampP.O. Box 717, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015

Please complete the entire application, ensuring that NO spaces are left blank. Incomplete applications WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All applications must be postmarked by Monday, June 15, 2020.

If you are accepted to participate as a volunteer, you will receive a confirmation letter or email with your assignment for each camp. The confirmation letter will be required at check-in. This letter will also include information for arrival/departure times, orientation and preparations for camp.

The application process may take several days to complete depending on the camp, your application, available space, etc. Typically, you will receive notification one month before camp. Please be patient and understand that the Youth Department processes many applications during the camp season. If you have not received a letter, email or phone call one week before camp, please contact the State Office.

Criminal background checks will be completed by the Youth and Discipleship Department upon receipt of this application. Insurance requirements state that all volunteers in the local church must have a current criminal background check on file for any person involved in ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR YOUTH CAMP VOLUNTEER

1. Should be a member of the Church of God and should be at least eighteen (18) years of age to serve in a leadership position or as a Cabin Leader. Personnel must be at least sixteen (16) years of age to be considered for other areas of assistance. Any exceptions must be approved by the State Director. NOTE: Walk-on applications/ registrations for staff volunteers are not permitted or accepted.

2. Shall complete an application form and have it signed by the pastor of their local church. A pastoral endorsement must be on file for each camp volunteer.

3. High School volunteers should have attended one week of camp as a camper in order to volunteer.4. It is mandatory that workers complete at least one full pre-camp orientation sessions for their specific camp.

Any exceptions must be made by the State Director.5. All Church of God personnel, Cabin Leaders and Administrative Team are considered volunteers and should

carry their own hospitalization insurance.6. All camp personnel must meet screening requirements including but not limited to a criminal background check

and are selected with the approval of the State Youth and Discipleship Board.7. By agreeing to serve in the Church of God Youth Camp, it is expected that all personnel will conduct

themselves in a manner that exemplifies Christian character and that all Youth Camp guidelines be observed.

STEPS OF ACTION

1. After you have filled necessary requirements, complete the application.2. Submit addendum that is attached.3. Submit your application to your Pastor for their endorsement.4. Complete and sign the Volunteer Waiver Form.5. Mail to: P.O. Box 717, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015 - faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.6. Wait for a response from the Youth and Discipleship Department.

Youth Camp Volunteer Application 2020

Please PRINT all information clearly and complete each section. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Full Legal Name _____________________________________Maiden Name ___________ Male Female

Address _______________________________________ City _____________________ State __________ Zip ___________

Cell Phone (_______) ______________ DoB ______/______/__________ SS# (for background check) _____________________

Email Address: ______________________________________ T-shirt Size: small medium large XL 2XL 3XL______________________________________________________________________ Educational Background - Enter highest year completed

Middle (Grades 6-8) ____ High (Grades 9-12) ____ College _____ Graduate School ___________________________________________________________________________ Health Information

Do you have any health problems or physical limitations? _____Yes _____No Date of last tetanus shot ___________

Please list health problems or limitations ___________________________________________________________________

Allergies _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Current Medications ____________________________________________________________________________________

In case of an accident or serious illness you have my permission to secure proper medical treatment.

(under 18, parental signature is required) Signature _______________________________________________________

Insurance Company ______________________________________________ Insurance Phone # _____________________

Policy/ Group Number _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Spiritual Status _____Saved _____Sanctified ______Holy Ghost Baptism _____Baptized in Water _____Church Member

Name of church: ____________________________________ Pastor ___________________________________________

Current Position __________________________________________ Volunteer _____ Part-Time _____ Full-Time _____

Local Church Involvement ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Character Endorsement — Senior Pastor’s Signature Required

I certify that the above applicant is a capable and qualified person to work in Church of God Youth Camp and I give them my highest recommendation to serve in any capacity deemed necessary by the State Youth Director.

Pastor (Print Name) ____________________________________________ Phone ________________________________

Pastor’s Signature ________________________________________________________ Date _____/_____/__________________________________________________________________________________ Check the Camp(s) that Apply (there is a $100 fee for workers. Although we would love to cover the entire amount, the Youth Board is underwriting 50% of the cost to have volunteers on campus. Thank you for understanding and investing in young people)

June 29 - July 3, 2020 Senior Camp 6th - 12th Grade June 29 - July 3, 2020 Junior Camp 1st - 5th Grade

While no one is rejected to work or attend Church of God Youth Camp on the race, color or creed, the State Youth Director reserves the right to accept or reject an application for volunteer work of Church of God Youth Camps. After review of said application reveals that the services of the applicant would or would not be in the best interest and success of camp, the applicant will be

notified. An application may be rejected to the fact that all positions have been filled for selected camps.

Youth Camp Volunteer Application 2020

Youth Camp Volunteer Application 2020

Desired Position Cabin Leader: Assigned to a group of 10-12 students. Special qualities include: leadership and communication skills, a sense of humor, patience and deep Christian commitment to love young people.

Will your child be a camper the same week you work? ______ If so, do you request they be in your room? _____ Will campers from your home church be in your camp? ______ If so, do you request being in their room? _____

Support Volunteer: In addition to working in a specific area such as Rec Staff or canteen, staff members are called upon to help whenever and wherever a need arrises. Volunteers must be flexible and maintain a positive, second mile attitude.

____Recreation _____Canteen/Store _____Electives _____Certified Nurse _______________other______________________________________________________________________ Applicant’s Statement

The information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize any reference listed in this application to give you any information (including opinions) that they may have regarding my character or fitness for children or youth work. In consideration of the receipt and evaluation of this application by the Church of God, I hereby release any individual, church, youth organization, charity employer, reference or any other person or organization, including record custodians, both collectively and individually, from any and all liability for damage of whatever kind or nature which may at any time result to me, my heirs or family, on account of compliance or any attempts to comply with this authorization. I waive any right that I may have to inspect any information provided about me by any person or organization identified by me in this application.

Should my application be accepted, I agree to be bound b y the bylaws and policies of the Church of God, and to refrain from unscriptural contact in the performance of my services on behalf of the church. I further state that I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING RELEASE AND THE KNOW THAT CONTENTS THEREOF AND I SIGN THIS RELEASE AS MY OWN FREE ACT. This is a legally binding agreement which I have read and understand.

Applicant’s Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Witness Name: ______________________________________ Witness Signature __________________________________

Date: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Volunteer’s Pledge

I pledge to abide by all volunteer guidelines in both action and attitude, and dedicate myself to the success of camp. I realize that camp will require my full attention all day, every day. I will not invite family members ands friends to visit me during camp.

I have read and answered all the questions. I understand the importance of each statement. I give my word.

Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

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Date Received Incomplete App Lodging Assign Entered IntoCBM Confirmed