Training
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Counselor Training Videos
Welcome Counselors: What to Expect This Summer
Camper Safety 101: Your #1 Responsibility
De-Escalation & Conflict Resolution for Counselors
How to Run Engaging Activities Every Time
Emergency Procedures: When Every Second Matters
Inclusivity & Respect: Creating a Supportive Camp Environment
Health & Medication: What Counselors Need to Know
Professional Communication with Campers, Parents, and Staff
Mandatory Reporting: Recognizing and Responding to Concerns
Leadership Skills for First-Time Counselors
Training Videos Coming Soon:
Snack Shack Essentials: Service with a Smile, Cash Handling & POS Basics
Efficient Workflow: Keeping Lines Moving Smoothly, Restocking, Inventory, and End-of-Day Procedures
Security Team
Security Basics: Maintaining a Safe Camp Environment
Radio Communication Protocols for Security Staff
Perimeter Walkthroughs & Situational Awareness
Operations Personnel
Camp Ops Overview: Running the Engine Behind the Scenes, Set-Up & Tear-Down: Best Practices
Team Communication & Task Management Essentials
Nurse’s Station Training
Nurse’s Station Orientation: What Every Staff Member Must Know, Medication Management & Documentation Protocols, Responding to Common Camper Injuries & Illnesses
Emergency Medical Procedures & When to Escalate, Communicating with Parents & Camp Leadership About Health Concerns
Suggested Sections to Include
1. Counselor Requirements
Background check and clearance documentation
Mandatory training completion
Emergency procedures knowledge
Camper safety & supervision standards
Communication protocols with parents and leadership
Dress code and professionalism guidelines
2. Training Topics to Cover
Safety and emergency response
Behavior management and conflict resolution
Inclusivity, anti-bullying, and respectful communication
Activity planning and engagement strategies
Camper health needs & medication procedures
Reporting incidents & maintaining documentation
Positive leadership and role-modeling
Working with diverse age groups
Teamwork and counselor collaboration