Objective: 

The Objective of the RCC Counselor Apprenticeship Program is to increase the pool of future qualified camp counselors by providing a unique opportunity to learn the essential role that counselors play in a successful camp.  

Apprentice Counselors will:

• Learn by example how to successfully counsel a cabin

• Be exposed to how different functions of camp work together as a team

• Be expected to lead various activities by the end of the camp session

• Be expected to provide a sound Christian example to all campers and staff 

Qualifications: 

1. Must be a Christian. 

2. Must be 16 years old or have completed 10^th grade. 

3. Limited Participation: Up to Director and Chief Counselor discretion, but suggested maximum of 2 boys and 2 girls per camp session. 

4. Every effort should be made to place Apprentice Counselor as the 3^rd Counselor in a cabin with two other experienced Counselors. 

5. Must attend Senior Camp as a camper during the same year. 

6. Must submit Staff Application to Chief Counselor or Director. 

7. Must submit 2 written references/recommendations (including one from Director or Chief Counselor of Senior Camp for current or prior year). 

8. Director and Chief Counselor make the final decision concerning acceptance into Counselor Apprenticeship Program – applying for program is not a guarantee of acceptance.

RCC Counselor Apprenticeship Program 

Special Requirements During Camp Sessions: 

• Must attend Introductory Training Session on 1^st day of camp with other 1^st time Counselors. 

• Must participate in cabin and job rotation as required by Chief Counselor, with suggested rotation to include:

  • cabin change mid-week,

  • one assignment in Mess Hall assisting in preparation and setup for a meal,

  • one assignment in Mess Hall assisting in cleanup after a meal,

  • one assignment in Bible Class assisting teacher as needed, and

  • one assignment in Chorus assisting Chorus Directors as needed. 

• Must adhere to all rules for staff members and any additional rules established by Director or Chief Counselor for Apprentice Counselors.