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In order to create the safest environment possible, the staffing plan is to hire 32-40 counselors only; they will reside at camp all summer (May 30-July 24) counseling, life guarding, cooking, being a Teen Worker in order to create a safe bubble serving a limited capacity of campers (5 per cabin per week).

Now Accepting Applications For:

SUMMER CAMP

NOTE: In order to create a safe environment, the plan is to hire a full time counseling staff large enough to cover all the staffing needs: counseling a limited number of campers, working in the kitchen, and acting as Teen Workers; thus, no applications will be accepted for Kitchen Staff and Teen Workers for Summer 2021. Thanks for your understanding.

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Boy Counselor<br>(Full Time) Girl Counselor<br>(Full Time) Medical<br> Staff Kitchen<br>Worker Boy Teen<br> Worker Girl Teen<br> Worker Boy Counselor<br>(Volunteer) Girl Counselor<br>(Volunteer)
**Family Camp: June 2-5** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Week 1: June 6-12** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Week 2: June 13-19** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="green"><b>Yes</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Week 3: June 20-26** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Week 4: June 27-July 3** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Week 5: July 4-10** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="green"><b>Yes</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Week 6: July 11-17** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Shining Stars: July 18-24** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="green"><b>Yes</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>

RETREATS

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Boy Counselors Girl Counselors Kitchen Worker Medical Staff Boy Teen Worker Girl Teen Worker
**Teen Retreat: Aug. 20-22** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Mother Daughter Retreat: Sep 10-12** n/a <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Middle School Retreat: Oct 8-10** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**Father Son Retreat: Nov 5-7** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> n/a <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**[email protected]: Dec 28-30** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>
**2022** ===============>
**Mother Son Retreat: Mar 18-20** <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> n/a <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span> <span class="red"><b>NO</b><span>

2019
289 Volunteers
20,346 Hours

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APPLICATION INFORMATION
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In order to create the safest environment possible, the staffing plan is to hire 32-40 counselors only; they will reside at camp all summer (May 30-July 24) counseling, life guarding, cooking, being a Teen Worker in order to create a safe bubble serving a limited capacity of campers ( 5 per cabin per week).

  • Counselor

    Counselor Requirements
    (Full-Time and Volunteer)

    • Be a Christian for at least six months by event start date,
    • Be at least a rising senior in high school,
    • Complete an Online Application (access form below),
    • Obtain Two (2) Letters of Recommendation (access form below, copy URL, and email to recommender):
      1. From the leader of your church,
      2. From another adult, i.e. Ministry Leader or close Adult (not your family or peer)
    • Submit a paragraph regarding Camp Swamp Values (access form below),
    • Complete no-cost Background Check every three years (if applicable, a separate form will be emailed to you from Trusted Employees, check your spam folder).
    Swamp Counselor

    What We Look for in a Counselor

    The staff who are selected to work and volunteer (yes, even our volunteers are selected!) at Camp Swamp are people who have exemplary character. They are fun-loving, high energy, creative people who like working with children in an outdoor setting. They are spiritually-minded and are able to share with children their appreciation for God. In short, they like to play hard and work hard with all types of children. The bulk of our staff is college students. Although this might seem young to some, we find that their energy level is contagious. Young counselors make great heroes to the kids. Our staff is comprised of people we trust to influence our own children, so you can be assured that we feel confident in their ability to take care of your child. In addition, our staff is reliable, honest, and they are people with high principles for themselves. They are tremendous servants and live by a set of standards that ensure the safety of every member of camp. Anyone applying to be a Counselor is required to submit an application of health, obtain a letter of recommendation, complete a Swamp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check.

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen Worker Requirements

    • Be a minimum of 18 years of age,
    • Complete an Online Application (access form below),
    • Submit a paragraph regarding Camp Swamp Values (access form below),
    • Complete no-cost Background Check (a separate form will be emailed to you from Trusted Employees, check your spam folder)
    Swamp Counselor

    What We Look for in a Kitchen Worker

    You do not need previous restaurant or catering experience (although it is appreciated) but you will need to withstand the physical demands of standing for long periods of time. You will be expected to work two to three meals per day. You will be contacted via mail or e-mail to inform you if you are selected. Once selected, please confirm that you can attend the week designated. Anyone applying to be a Kitchen Worker is required to submit an application of health, complete a Camp Swamp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check

  • Medical

    Medical Staff Requirements

    • Complete an Online Application (access form below),
    • Submit a paragraph regarding Camp Swamp Values (access form below),
    • Complete a no-cost Background Check (a separate form will be emailed to you from Trusted Employees, check your spam folder)
    • Submit copies of:
      • Resume
      • Medical License
      • CPR Certification
      • Driver's License
      • Auto Insurance Coverage
      • Medical Liability Insurance Coverage (if applicable)
      • NOTE: Only need updated copies if you have previously submitted this information within last year.
        • Scan and email using this form or
        • Mail to Swamp Staff Applications, 33 N Stratford Drive, Athens, GA 30605
        • Can do onetime upload as part of completing the application
    Swamp Counselor

    What We Look for in a Medical Staff Professional

    The camp medical staff is an integral part of camp. 'Impossible' is the best way to describe running camp without the expertise, patience, and loving care of our camp medical staff. Most of the staff's duties consist of administering medications and treating sprains, cuts, insect bites, and stomach aches, but at times the medical care requires further skill; we just hope your emergency training is not needed! Anyone applying to be on the Medical Staff is required to submit an application of health, tender all pertinent licenses, complete a Camp Swamp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check.

  • Teen Worker

    Teen Worker Requirements

    • Be at least a rising sophomore in high school,
    • Be a camper for at least one week at own expense,
    • Complete an Online Application (access form below),
    • One Letter of Recommendation from your ministry leader (access form below, copy URL, and email to him/her to complete.),
    • Submit a paragraph regarding Camp Swamp Values (access form below),
    • For ages 15 and up, complete a no-cost Background Check (a separate form will be emailed to you from Trusted Employees, check your spam folder)
    NOTE: Positions filled on a first come first serve basis once all requirements have been met and completed.
    Swamp Counselor

    What We Look for in a Teen Worker

    Teen workers are an integral, behind-the-scenes necessity of camp. A group of 6-10 workers are used each week for duties such as trash pickup, canteen stocking, canteen cashier, dishes, cleanup, game/activity set up or assistance, and other duties as needed; in essence they are the gears that keep the clock running. There is no cost to the teen…well, except for blood, sweat and tears. :) Anyone applying to be a Teen Worker is required to be a camper for one week at own expense, submit an application of health, obtain a letter of recommendation, complete a Camp Swamp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check.

 

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