[humanser] Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind - Summer Sessions and Youth Counselor in Training Opportunities Available

Thu Sep 22 12:39:58 UTC 2016

Good morning, everyone,

         If anyone is interested, I attended Enchanted Hills (EHC) 
since 1993, the year i was 9, until 1999, when I was 15. Truly, it is 
an enchanted place, represents a place of profound enchantment in my childhood.
The place was founded by the infamous, Rose Resnik in 1950.At 11:24 
AM 3/14/2016, Christina Moore via humanser wrote:
>I wish we had something like this to here.
>
>
>God bless.--Christina
>
> > On Mar 14, 2016, at 13:52, Ericka via humanser <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >
> > This looks wonderful! I wish we had something exactly like this 
> in Wisconsin.
> >
> > Ericka Short
> > "What is right is not always popular; what is popular is not always right."
> >
> > from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Mar 14, 2016, at 11:32 AM, LightHouse for the Blind and 
> Visually Impaired via humanser <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >>
> >> Enchanted Hills Camp Applications are Available but Spaces are Going Fast!
> >> We're offering new and familiar camp programs this summer to 
> educate and delight. We're bringing back the special sessions you 
> love like Horse Camp, Woodworking Camp and an extended Music 
> Academy. Below is a list of this year's sessions.
> >>
> >> For more information or to sign up, please contact us at 
> 415-694-7310 or EHC at lighthouse-sf.org.
> >>
> >> Enchanted Hills Camp Sessions for 2016
> >> Providers Weekend - May 20 to May 22
> >> Family Camp I - June 9 to June 12
> >> Blind Babies Family Camp - June 17 to June 19
> >> Deaf-Blind Camp (Adult) - June 19 to June 24
> >> Adult Session - June 25 to June 30
> >> Adults with Developmental Disability Session - July 1 to July 6
> >> Family Camp II - July 7 to July 10
> >> Youth Session (3rd through 8th grade) - July 11 to July 17
> >> Teen Session (9th through 12th grade) - July 21 to July 30
> >> Horse Camp - August 1 to August 7
> >> Woodworking Camp - August 1 to 7
> >> Music Academy - August 1 to August 10
> >> Family Camp III - August 11 to August 14
> >>
> >>
> >> ***
> >>
> >>
> >> Calling 16 to 24-Year-Olds - Become a Counselor in Training at 
> Enchanted Hills Camp
> >> Deadline to Apply is April 1, 2016.
> >>
> >> Enchanted Hills Camp is a beautiful place to work during the 
> summer. We're looking for youth who are blind or who have low 
> vision to join us during our summer sessions and get some excellent 
> work experience.
> >>
> >> The Enchanted Hills Camp Counselor in Training Program (CIT) 
> focuses on developing blind/low vision leaders in an integrated 
> environment through job exploration and work based learning 
> experiences. Training takes place through discussion, observation 
> and practice under the supervision of the administrative staff at 
> camp. Most importantly a successful applicant will developed a 
> strong work ethic that they can apply to any leadership experience. 
> You'll finish the summer with a strong line for your resume and 
> friends for life.
> >>
> >> This program is designed for blind participants or participants 
> with low vision who are 16-24 old and are serious about improving 
> their leadership skills by learning to work with children and/or 
> adults in a rigorous camp setting. The importance in this training 
> program is the hands on experience CITs will gain by working with 
> campers and with the EHC counseling staff. CITs, upon completion of 
> the Enchanted Hills Camp CIT program, will be better prepared to 
> work with adults, their peers and children of all ages, interests, 
> and abilities. Participants will also walk away with self-advocacy 
> skills, increased social and independent living skills, plus new 
> friendships. We encourage applicants with a variety of previous 
> camping experiences to apply.
> >>
> >> CITs are registered as campers and therefore receive no 
> financial compensation. Food, lodging and bus transportation from 
> our pick-up sites are provided at no cost. Space is limited and 
> interviews will be conducted to choose the best possible candidates 
> for the program.
> >>
> >> Expectations of CITs
> >>
> >>   Adhere to the policies established in the Staff Handbook
> >>   Be a positive role-model for campers
> >>   Communicate blindness-positive philosophy
> >>   Demonstrate independent travel skills
> >>   Demonstrate a strong work ethic
> >>   Develop conflict resolution skills
> >>   Develop leadership skills
> >>   Meet daily with supervisor in a group setting for evaluation
> >>   Provide a safe and healthy environment for campers
> >>   Read from suggested best practices reading list prior to 
> summer assignment
> >>   Support the mission of the camp
> >>
> >> CIT Responsibilities
> >>
> >>   Assist counselors and Area Leaders with management of campers
> >>   Promote Independence
> >>   Motivate campers to use non-visual techniques
> >>   Participate in the development of program activities designed 
> specifically for blind campers.
> >>   Incorporate active participation in camp meals, clean-up and 
> other daily functions through fun activities
> >>   Communicate with staff about problems or issues that arise with campers
> >>   Adapt all activities so that all campers can participate 
> fully, regardless of their level of vision
> >>   Work with counselors to resolve disciplinary issues that arise 
> with campers
> >>   Be active participants and assist staff during specialist, 
> program and group time
> >>   Assist campers in being successful with games, projects and activities
> >>   Facilitate independence in camper participation
> >>   Participate in activities with campers
> >>   Assist counselors and Area Leaders in enforcing rules and instructions
> >>   Assist in leading activities during downtime
> >>   Assist in the set-up and facilitation of camp events such as theme days
> >>   Serve as escorts for campers needing extra assistance
> >>   Assume additional, reasonable responsibilities as assigned by 
> the counselors, Area Leaders and administrative team
> >>   HAVE FUN and BE SAFE
> >>
> >> Deadline to Apply is April 1, 2016. For further information 
> about the Counselor-in-Training Program, please don't hesitate to 
> contact Tony Fletcher, Enchanted Hills Camp Director at 
> 415-694-7319 or afletcher at lighthouse-sf.org.
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