Serbian Orthodox Metropolitanate of Midwestern America

ST. SAVA SUMMER CAMP 2008 Libertyville, Illinois

SERBIAN ORTHODOX METROPOLITANATE OF MIDWESTERN AMERICA in cooperation with The Federation of Circles of Serbian Sisters of Midwestern America APPLICATION FOR COUNSELOR Please type/print clearly. Applications are due on June 1, 2008. Return this application to: Camp Director: Rev. Radovan Jakovljevic, 618 South Milwaukee Avenue Unit B, Libertyville, IL 60048 Telephone: (847) 549-0798

NAME______ADDRESS______CITY ______STATE ______ZIP CODE ______SEX: M / F DATE OF BIRTH ______AGE_____HOME PHONE (_____)______HEIGHT ______WEIGHT ______E-MAIL ADDRESS: ______DAYTIME/EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE: ______YOUR PARISH NAME ______CITY/STATE______ARE YOU BAPTIZED OR CONVERTED IN THE EASTERN ORTHODOX FAITH? YES / NO HAVE YOU WORKED AT LIBERTYVILLE CAMP BEFORE? ______WHEN? ______IN WHAT CAPACITY? ______

INDICATE THE WEEK(S) YOU WOULD BE AVAILABLE:*

 7/13/2008 - 7/19/2008 1ST WEEK (MINIMUM AGE 16)

 7/20/2008 - 7/26/2008 2ND WEEK (MINIMUM AGE 17)

 7/27/2008 - 8/2/2008 TEEN WEEK (MINIMUM AGE 21)

T-Shirt Size: Adult’s S__M__L__XL___XXL___ (Can’t be guaranteed after May 15th)

PRESENT OCCUPATION: ______MARITAL STATUS:______IN WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS DO YOU HAVE TRAINING OR EXPERIENCE?

ARTS AND CRAFTS ______MUSIC ______DANCE ______CHRISTIAN EDUCATION______COUNSELING ______SPECIALTY SPORTS (SPECIFY) ______OTHER (SPECIFY)______*PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT ST. SAVA CAMP CANNOT GUARANTEE THAT THE POSITION APPLIED FOR WILL BE AVAILABLE DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. DO YOU HAVE SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE? ______IF YES, NAME & LOCATION OF CAMP ______TYPE OF EXPERIENCE ______

PLEASE INDICATE YOUR LEVEL OF FORMAL EDUCATION: HIGH SCHOOL ______CLASS ______COLLEGE ______MAJOR ______GRADUATE SCHOOL ______MAJOR ______OTHER SCHOOLS OR EXPERIENCE ______

NAME OF YOUR PARISH PRIEST______

DO YOU SUFFER FROM AN ILLNESS OR HAVE ANY DISABILITY THAT MIGHT RESTRICT YOUR ACTIVITY? YES / NO IF YES, GIVE DESCRIPTION______

CONSENT

In the event of an accident or medical need, I will be responsible for all medical or other expenses and will not hold St. Sava Camp or the Serbian Orthodox Metropolitanate of Midwestern America, or the Federation of Circles of Serbian Sisters responsible. I also agree to the terms and Guidelines for Counselors of the St. Sava Camp, Libertyville, IL.

Signature of applicant: ______Date ______Signature of parent (if applicant less than 18): ______Date ______

SIGNATURE OF PARISH PRIEST:______DATE______Parish Seal

Any behavior unbecoming camp staff will result in immediate dismissal. St. Sava Camp strictly prohibits alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, fireworks, or weapons of any kind! Any violation of these rules will result in immediate expulsion from camp!

St. Sava Camp provides room and board for all staff. If other arrangements are made off the campgrounds, St. Sava Camp, the Metropolitanate of Midwestern America and Federation of Circles of Serbian Sisters assume no responsibility for any expenses that may occur.

For Official Camp Administration Use Only:

Application Approved by: Date: Applicant Notified (Date):______Comments:______ST. SAVA SUMMER CAMP - LIBERTYVILLE, ILLINOIS

SERBIAN ORTHODOX METROPOLITANATE OF MIDWESTERN AMERICA in cooperation with The Federation of Circles of Serbian Sisters of Midwestern America CAMP COUNSELOR JOB DESCRIPTION

By the nature of his/her responsibility and by the influence on the campers, a counselor is one of the most important persons in our Church camp. The term “Counselor” speaks for itself. Here is a guiding list of the counselor’s responsibilities:

1. Each counselor will be assigned to his/her own group, which shall not exceed more than ten campers. 2. The counselor will sleep in the same room with his/her group. 3. Counselors are to see that campers attend scheduled classes and all other activities. 4. Counselors are to attend church services with the campers and ensure that they are on time. Counselors should supervise their behavior in the church. 5. Counselors are to counsel the campers, and if a problem arises, they should consult with the camp director, camp chairman or co-chairman. 6. No verbal or physical punishment is allowed in the camp. 7. Counselors should set an example of Christian behavior for the campers. 8. Counselors may leave the premises only to accompany and supervise campers on field trips. 9. Counselors are to attend meetings called by the coordinator or the priests. 10. Counselors should report to the camp on Sunday by noon for an orientation meeting with the Camp Director. 11. Counselors must comply with the established dress code, as noted below:

THINGS TO BRING  For Church Services: Long dress pants (no jeans) and polo or other nice shirt for men/boys. Women/girls must wear a dress or skirt (knee-length or longer), shirt, and a head covering  Jeans, shorts (shorts above mid-thigh are unacceptable, no writing on the back side of shorts or pants)  T-Shirts (halter, exposed midriff, cut-off sleeve and spaghetti-strap shirts are unacceptable)  Gym shoes, sturdy walking shoes, beach/shower sandals  Underwear and socks  Modest ONE-PIECE swimsuit*  Sweatshirt or sweater  Pajamas and bathrobe  Rain jacket or poncho  Pillow, sheet and pillowcase and/or sleeping bag  Towels, washcloth and beach towel  Insect repellent and sunscreen (no aerosols, please)  Toiletries: Comb, hairbrush, toothbrush and paste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.

Any counselor wearing clothing deemed inappropriate by the camp clergy or coordinator will be told to change immediately. If they do not oblige they will be sent home!

Applicant Signature:______Date:______COUNSELORS: PLEASE MAKE A COPY OF THIS SHEET FOR YOUR REFERENCE WHEN PACKING FOR CAMP!