ADULT ADVISOR/CHAPERONE WILL:

• In cooperation with other camp staff will be responsible for the safety and welfare of a group of campers.
• Sleep with the assigned cabin group.
• Act in an advisory or consultant capacity to youth staff.
• Be a positive role model.
• Supervise cabin counselors to ensure that counselors are: (1) with their campers at all times, (2) watching out for the safety of their campers, (3) sharing information and the work with their junior counselors, (4) being positive role models, and (5) encouraging campers to use their skills and creativity as well as to develop new skills.
• Assist counselor in providing a healthy environment for the campers including sufficient rest at night and proper nutrition and hygiene.
• Abide by the 4-H Leader’s Code of Conduct at all times and assist the counselors and campers by enforcing the 4-H Members Code of Conduct at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 21 years of age.
• Enrolled as an Adult 4-H Leader in good standing for the current program year.
• Ability to participate in all of the camp activities.
• Ability to act as a positive role model.
• Ability to offer advice in a constructive manner when needed or when safety, health or enjoyment by the camper is in jeopardy.
• An application and two recommendation forms have been submitted to the 4-H Youth Development Program Representative by Advisor/Chaperone applying for the first time to attend an Orange County 4-H Camp.

SUGGESTIONS:

• It is highly recommended to attend any camp planning meetings and trainings to get to know the counselors. Your attendance at the meetings also familiarizes the counselors with who you are and builds a relationship of support and respect between the Advisor/Chaperone and the counselors. Additionally, attending planning meetings helps an Advisor/Chaperone become familiar with the activities and program that the counselors are planning, as well as to be aware of information they have received or are handing out.