Camp To Belong MA: Male Camp Counselors Needed!
ORGANIZATION: SIBLING CONNECTIONS INC
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Sibling Connections supports siblings who have been separated by the foster care system. There are over 10,000 children in the foster care system in Massachusetts. It is estimated at least 85% of children have siblings. Many times there are not enough available foster homes to keep sibling groups together.
We offer a week long camping experience called Camp To Belong MA (CTB), located in Smithfield, Maine. Volunteer as a camp counselor for one week. Training starts August 11th at 5:00pm, campers arrive on the 13th, and camp ends on the 18th. In order to become a CTB counselor, you must be available from August 11-18th.
What skills do you need? We are looking for MALE counselors over the age of 21(+) You need to invite your "big kid" self and serve as a role model to our youth. You will get to support kids while sliding down water slides, horseback riding, zip lining, banana boats, and much more.
Help create a safe and supportive space for siblings to connect with one another. No experience is needed, however, you must have a willingess to learn and patience to work with our kids.
Eligibilty
- Submit CORI/SORI
- Complete application & references
- Interview
- Great attitude and a team player
- Desire to work with youth
Please contact Kelley Lane, at KelleyL.Lane@gmail.com for more questions!
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About SIBLING CONNECTIONS INC
Location:
89 South Street, Suite 203, Boston, MA 02111, US
Mission Statement
Sibling Connection supports the creation of enduring family relationships and community connections for sisters and brothers experiencing foster care in Massachusetts. Our work is accomplished through innovative programs and practices restoring and strengthening the lives of siblings who have been separated when placed in the foster care system.
Description
Sibling Connections supports siblings separated by the public foster care system in Massachusetts. There are over 10,000 youth in foster care, and often siblings are separated due to the lack of foster homes available that are able to home all siblings. Children in foster care who have access to their families report improved social, emotional and behavioral well being. We support family connections through three programs:
-Sibling Sundays is a program we offer from Oct - May which allows siblings to get together about once a month with their siblings to spend time and enjoy an activity together for 3-4 hours. We operate Sibling Sundays in the Greater Boston area, Lowell, and Springfield.
-Camp Sibling Connections is a week-long camp located in Smithfield, Maine in which 115 siblings come together for a week of fun.
-Weekend Retreats allow siblings to spend a weekend together building their relationships and enjoying activities that typical siblings would experience.
Sibling Connections is supported by the volunteer support of over 100+ individuals statewide and are the backbone of our organization. So often, kids in the foster care are supported by adults in who are paid to do so. Our kids treasure the time with a caring adult who is choosing to be a part of their lives because they care about them. Please consider becoming a Sibling Connections family member today!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
The Greater Northeast AreaBoston, MA 02201
DATE POSTED
July 6, 2017
SKILLS
- Child Welfare
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- One week