Job Application

Thank you for your interest in working at Swift Nature Camp! Before you apply, please read about summer camp jobs and our counselor conduct guidelines.

Questions marked * must be answered.

Applicant Information

Please read all information prior to completing this application. Questions? Call 630-654-8036 or email swiftcamp@aol.com.

Meet Lonnie, our camp director

First Name

Last Name

We will reply to this address.

Age

Birth Date

Sex

Home Address

Home Town

Home State

Home Zip

Home Phone

School Town

School State

School Zip

Date leaving school

School Phone

Best time to call

Education

High School

High School – date graduated

High School – GPA

College

College – date graduated

College – GPA

Major

Minor

Camp Experience – Camper or Staff

Camps

Camp Name	Dates	Position

Describe your camp experience, responsibilities and time you spent at each camp.

Volunteer & Extracurricular Activities

Organizations

Organization	Position	Year

Other Details

Employment (non-camp)

Indicate any employer you do not wish us to contact and the reason.

Employers

Employer Name	Address	Phone	Position	Dates	Reason you left this position

Camp Activities

Please use the coding below; do not leave any activity blank. 0 = no skill in this activity · 1 = I can teach or organize it · 2 = I can assist in teaching it · 3 = it is just a hobby.

Activities

	0	1	2	3
Canoeing	Canoeing: 0	Canoeing: 1	Canoeing: 2	Canoeing: 3
Geology	Geology: 0	Geology: 1	Geology: 2	Geology: 3
Song Leading	Song Leading: 0	Song Leading: 1	Song Leading: 2	Song Leading: 3
Arts & Crafts	Arts & Crafts: 0	Arts & Crafts: 1	Arts & Crafts: 2	Arts & Crafts: 3
Camp Cooking	Camp Cooking: 0	Camp Cooking: 1	Camp Cooking: 2	Camp Cooking: 3
Stars	Stars: 0	Stars: 1	Stars: 2	Stars: 3
Photography	Photography: 0	Photography: 1	Photography: 2	Photography: 3
Archery	Archery: 0	Archery: 1	Archery: 2	Archery: 3
Orienteering	Orienteering: 0	Orienteering: 1	Orienteering: 2	Orienteering: 3
Animal Care	Animal Care: 0	Animal Care: 1	Animal Care: 2	Animal Care: 3
Newspaper	Newspaper: 0	Newspaper: 1	Newspaper: 2	Newspaper: 3
Water Skiing	Water Skiing: 0	Water Skiing: 1	Water Skiing: 2	Water Skiing: 3
Overnight Camping	Overnight Camping: 0	Overnight Camping: 1	Overnight Camping: 2	Overnight Camping: 3
Plant Identification	Plant Identification: 0	Plant Identification: 1	Plant Identification: 2	Plant Identification: 3
Team Building	Team Building: 0	Team Building: 1	Team Building: 2	Team Building: 3
Swimming	Swimming: 0	Swimming: 1	Swimming: 2	Swimming: 3
Weather	Weather: 0	Weather: 1	Weather: 2	Weather: 3
Ecology	Ecology: 0	Ecology: 1	Ecology: 2	Ecology: 3
Drama	Drama: 0	Drama: 1	Drama: 2	Drama: 3
Sailing	Sailing: 0	Sailing: 1	Sailing: 2	Sailing: 3
Backpacking	Backpacking: 0	Backpacking: 1	Backpacking: 2	Backpacking: 3
Science	Science: 0	Science: 1	Science: 2	Science: 3
Games	Games: 0	Games: 1	Games: 2	Games: 3
Musical Instrument	Musical Instrument: 0	Musical Instrument: 1	Musical Instrument: 2	Musical Instrument: 3
Volleyball	Volleyball: 0	Volleyball: 1	Volleyball: 2	Volleyball: 3
Baseball	Baseball: 0	Baseball: 1	Baseball: 2	Baseball: 3
Riflery	Riflery: 0	Riflery: 1	Riflery: 2	Riflery: 3
Fishing	Fishing: 0	Fishing: 1	Fishing: 2	Fishing: 3
Basketball	Basketball: 0	Basketball: 1	Basketball: 2	Basketball: 3
Soccer	Soccer: 0	Soccer: 1	Soccer: 2	Soccer: 3
BMX Biking	BMX Biking: 0	BMX Biking: 1	BMX Biking: 2	BMX Biking: 3
Row Boating	Row Boating: 0	Row Boating: 1	Row Boating: 2	Row Boating: 3

Additional activities you can teach (hacky sack, juggling, etc.)

Your top three skills you can teach at camp (from the list above)

Skill you can teach at camp	Experience you have in this area

List certifications & expiration dates (Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, Riflery, Boat Safety, Sailing, Canoeing, Archery)

Personal Thoughts

What lessons do you feel your campers should learn at camp?

What skills best qualify you for this position? (training or experience with children)

What are your expectations of camp?

Tell us a little about your family.

Why do you think we should hire you?

How would you discipline a camper who was not considerate of other campers’ feelings?

What 3 qualities of a counselor are your strengths? Why?

What position at camp are you applying for?

Watch this video

Why do you feel we put this video in the middle of your application?

Personal Characteristics

Rate your personal characteristics: 1 = Hey, that’s me · 2 = Sometimes that’s me · 3 = I never feel that way.

Characteristics

	1	2	3
Thankful	Thankful: 1	Thankful: 2	Thankful: 3
Warm & Caring	Warm & Caring: 1	Warm & Caring: 2	Warm & Caring: 3
Sad	Sad: 1	Sad: 2	Sad: 3
Lonely	Lonely: 1	Lonely: 2	Lonely: 3
Outgoing	Outgoing: 1	Outgoing: 2	Outgoing: 3
Self Starter	Self Starter: 1	Self Starter: 2	Self Starter: 3
Misunderstood	Misunderstood: 1	Misunderstood: 2	Misunderstood: 3
Cooperative	Cooperative: 1	Cooperative: 2	Cooperative: 3
Moody	Moody: 1	Moody: 2	Moody: 3
Aggressive	Aggressive: 1	Aggressive: 2	Aggressive: 3
Follower	Follower: 1	Follower: 2	Follower: 3
Determined	Determined: 1	Determined: 2	Determined: 3
Flexible	Flexible: 1	Flexible: 2	Flexible: 3
Enthusiastic	Enthusiastic: 1	Enthusiastic: 2	Enthusiastic: 3
Easy-going	Easy-going: 1	Easy-going: 2	Easy-going: 3
Patient	Patient: 1	Patient: 2	Patient: 3
Approachable	Approachable: 1	Approachable: 2	Approachable: 3
In Control	In Control: 1	In Control: 2	In Control: 3
Understanding	Understanding: 1	Understanding: 2	Understanding: 3
Helpful	Helpful: 1	Helpful: 2	Helpful: 3

List 3 of your most often felt moods. Please tell us how these moods affect your everyday life.

Complete the following, including any details or exceptions.

I am in good health and have no physical limitations that would preclude me from doing an active job.

Yes No

Details

I have tattoos. (size, location and picture)

Yes No

Details

I have piercings. (location and number)

Yes No

Details

I smoke cigarettes or cigars. (frequency)

Yes No

Details

I regularly partake in illegal drugs. (type & frequency)

Yes No

Details

I belong to a Fraternity/Sorority. (name & purpose)

Yes No

Details

I drink alcohol. (type & frequency)

Yes No

Details

I took the Emotional Quiz and my style is …

Quiz: https://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=NzAwNzAx841X

Staff shirt size

References

Please list three references (not friends or relatives) who know your character, experience, and ability to work with children.

References

Name	Phone	Relation

Medications & Background

While you are at camp our camp nurse keeps and dispenses all prescription medications. What medications will you be giving her?

I have read and fully agree with and understand "Life at Swift Nature Camp – a Counselor’s Guide" as well as the Counselor Job Description.

Yes No

Have you been convicted of a crime other than a traffic violation in the past 10 years? (A prior conviction will not necessarily bar you from employment.)

Yes No

Have you ever been convicted of a crime in which a child was the victim?

Yes No

Have you ever been criminally charged with any crime related to the mistreatment, abuse, molestation or pornography of children?

Yes No

If yes to any of the above, please explain.

May Swift Nature Camp conduct a personal background check, including contacting references, a driving record, sexual abuse and criminal background checks as required for all positions? If no, why not?

Résumé or photo (optional)

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Applicant Information

Education

Camp Experience – Camper or Staff

Volunteer & Extracurricular Activities

Employment (non-camp)

Camp Activities

Personal Thoughts

Personal Characteristics

References

Medications & Background

Testimonials