What qualifications do I need to be a counselor?

University. You could do a degree or postgraduate course in counselling or psychotherapy. You should look for a course that includes practical skills training and supervised placements.

How do I become a good summer camp counselor?

10 Tips Every Summer Camp Counselor Needs to Know

1. No Summer Camp Counselor Gets Enough Sleep.
2. Write Ice Breakers for Campers.
3. Break Up Camper Cliques.
4. Check the Weather Forecast Constantly.
5. Memorize Your Campers’ Names.
6. Remember the Plan.
7. Enforce Discipline And Keep Your Campers Safe and Healthy.
8. Memorize the Allergies and Needs of Your Campers.

What are some legal issues in counseling?

• Credentialing. As a counselor, it is vitally important to be aware of legal issues pertaining to counseling practice.
• Confidentiality. Confidentiality is the client’s ethical duty to protect private client communication.
• Duty to Warn. A licensed counselor has many legal issues to consider.
• Reporting Child Abuse.

What are the duties of a summer camp counselor?

Camp Counselor

• Plans, leads, and implements camp programs for children.
• Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for camp participants.
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.

Can a 15 year old be a camp counselor?

The Junior Counselor program allows young adults between the ages of 13-15 years old the opportunity to develop their leadership skills as they assist camp staff in daily operations of camp. This role is an important one!

What are the rules of counseling?

Code of Ethics and Practice: Rules

• The counselling relationship is for the benefit of the client.
• The Counsellor must ensure that they do not abuse the client’s vulnerable situation.
• The number of counselling sessions will be kept to the minimum required to meet the Client’s requirements.

What should I bring to a camping job?

Everyone had their first day at camp so they know what you are going through, ask questions.

• cash for canteen.
• water bottle for your room.
• piss jug optional for your room.
• toiletries bag you can hang.
• quick dry sandals for shower.
• comfortable after work shoes for dining hall, comfortable clothes for after work.

What do counselors in training do?

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING DESCRIPTION: A Counselor In Training assists Counselors and Aides. The position includes helping to lead games, songs, skits, and tell stories. Counselors In Training help with supervising campers in their group during recreation times, meal times, and assist with camp preparation, and clean-up.

What should a counselor bring to summer camp?

The Stuff to Pack in Your Suitcase/Backpack

• 2 Pairs of Sports Shorts. You’ll be walking thousands of steps a day… and it’s hot!
• A Pair of Casual Shorts. If it’s in the budget, pack a pair of casual shorts.
• 2 Pairs of Swim Shorts/Bathing Suits.
• 10 Pairs of Underwear/Socks.
• A Hoodie.
• A Rainjacket.
• A Pair of Jeans.
• Flip Flops.