Medina County 4-H Camp

4-H EVENT/OPPORTUNITY: 4-H Camp Counselor

DATE / DEADLINE: Applications are due to the OSU Extension Office no later than December 1^st, 2025, by 11:45 pm.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The 4-H Camp Counselors are a group of 4-H teens selected to assist in being responsible for campers ages 5-8 and 9-14 during 4-H camp. As a result of participation, counselors will develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and aspirations needed for adult success, and the Medina County 4-H program will be strengthened and expanded. Roles and Responsibilities of 4-H Camp Counselors include:

Attend required trainings prior to camp
Market and promote the camp
Serve in a leadership and teaching role to other counselors
Serve on committees or other groups to plan programs at camp
Conduct self in an appropriate manner before, during, and after camp while serving as a role model to campers and peers
Assist staff and other counselors with camp activities; work as a team to implement the activities
Know and understand all safety guidelines, including emergency procedures, associated with the camp and program areas
Follow and enforce camp rules
Assure for safety of campers at all times including in cabins, sessions, and large group activities
Be aware of child protection regulations and report any child abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect in accordance with university policy
Identify and respond to camper behavior issues
Ensure campers’ health and hygiene, e.g., brushing teeth, eating meals, taking medication, etc.
Promote camper participation during camp
Lead and supervise campers in activities at camp including but not limited to songs, teambuilding challenges, group activities, challenges, etc.
Teach and lead campers at workshops or during other components at camp (table setting, song leading, etc.)
Mentor and give guidance to campers to encourage positive youth development and enhancement of life skills

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 14 years old by the start of camp.
Must be able to get transportation to meetings and events as needed.
Must complete a minimum of 12 hours of training. (2 of these hours must be on-site for first-time counselors.)
Must complete Child Abuse Awareness training (provided at training)
Must Sign Standards of Behaviors, complete the Code of Conduct form, and have a current Ohio 4-H Health History form on file.
First-time applicants must provide two references.
If the individual is 18+ year old at least two months prior to camp, the individual must have their background check conducted.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Individuals who complete the application and fulfill application requirements will be contacted regarding the selection process.

MEETING DATES/TIME/FREQUENCY/TRAINING

4-H Camp Counselors meet throughout the year January- June, schedule is provided by email.
Counselors are expected to notify the Extension Office if an absence is unavoidable.
4-H Camp Counselors will be trained on topics such as the camp counselor core competencies; risk management, including active shooter guidelines, emergency protocols, and child abuse recognition.

TO APPLY:

Complete the application in its entirety.
Turn in reference forms from two non-family members. OR Provide non-family references with contact information. These could be a 4-H educator, advisor, employer, etc; references should not be family members or personal friends.
Read and sign the Standards of Behavior and Camp Counselor Code of Conduct forms.

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