Mentor Sessions

During the second two weeks, CITs will be assigned to a specific staff member. This part of the program will allow the CITs an opportunity to put into practice the skills they have developed. During this time, CITs will be assigned to a mentor (veteran camp staff) and become an active member of the counselling or program staff team. While gaining practical experience, they will: - assist with activity skills lessons - assist with the supervision of evening activities - assist with the planning and organizing of a section "Special" (group activity with forty campers) - assist with campers while at arena if assigned to a Hockey Counsellor - assist in cabins at camper bedtime - assist with the supervision of campers at meal times. Leadership and counselling skills will be applied in practical situations by: - supervising campers in both small and large groups - dealing with homesick campers - handling minor discipline situations - helping organize and plan camper activities - acting as a positive role model and mentor Evaluation Weekly evaluations of CIT candidates will focus on leadership, peer relations and counselling skills. A formal evaluation will be presented to all CITs at the end of the session. Parents are encouraged to be present for this final evaluation.