SUMMER 2020 STAFF APPLICATION

TTraining Dates June 17th-19th: (all staff unless returning re-cert) J June 20th: (re-certification class) June 22nd-26th: (all staff) June 29th-330th: (all staff) *T*Training times: 8:00am-4:30pm *L*Location: Cornwall Church, 4518 Northwest Dr. July 1st – August 7th: Dates of Camp (HappyyValley)

MANDATORY August 7th, 2020 Debrief 3:00pm-8:00pm

Application Deadline: May 3rd, 2020 Join our team to connect, empower, and restore vulnerable children in Whatcom County. Experience the most memorable summer of your life – through the relationships you build and the lives you impact.

Rebound of Whatcom County 2421 Rimland Dr., Bellingham, WA 98226y www.reboundfamilies.org 360-714-0700 Ext. 2 Ray of Hope is a five and a half week summer day program unlike any other, offering crafts, recreation, field-trips, and artistic enrichment. Approximatelyy80 kids from vulnerable backgrounds all across Whatcom County each attend the full 5 1/2 week camp. Ray of Hope strives to introduce empowering social skills and inspiring principles of faith through story and relationship. Ray of Hope is for the kids who most need,yet seldom experience,,such a holistic,,well staffed, and fun summer.

A DAY AT RAY OF HOPE Morning Session: The morning starts with breakfast. Children and leaders are then dismissed for group rotations. During small group time, campers explore social skills and life skills including positive choices, expressing feelings, peer pressure, and caring for one another. Kids explore the themes of excellence, empowerment, self-control, teamwork, kindness and hope. Campers also participate in Art and Rec activities with lunch following.

Afternoon Activities: In the afternoon, groups participate in either a field trip, on-site enrichment activities, or swimming at Lake Samish. These activities are opportunities for kids to build positive relationships in a fun and creative context. The day ends with “Highlights”, where all campers celebrate moments of camp spirit. The kids then transition into their respective pick up and transportation groups to get home after a full day at camp.

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Daily Ray of Hope Schedule (tentative)

7:00 – 9:00 am AM Tasks and Routes 8:30 – 9:00 am Before Care (pre-arranged) 9:00 – 9:30 am Breakfast 9:30 – 10:15 am Small Group/Rec/Art (first rotation) 10:15 – 11:00 am Small Group/Rec/Art (second rotation) 11:00 – 11:45 am Small Group/Rec/Art (third rotation) 11:45 – 12:30 pm Lunch Rotations/Quiet Time in Rooms 12:30 – 2:30 pm Field Trip / Enrichments 2:30 – 2:50 pm Highlights/ snack 2:50 – 3:00 pm Dismiss to Routes 3:00 – 5:00 pm PM Tasks and Routes 3:00 – 5:00 pm After Care (pre-arranged)

Program Location: Happy Valley Elementary School, 1041 24th St.,Bellingham, WA 98225

Days of Operation: Monday through Friday, July 1st – August 7th, 2020 THE RAY OF HOPE STAFF TEAM For vulnerable children facing behavioral and emotional challenges, the most impactful factor Ray of Hope can provide is adults who believe that every child is worthy and capable of greatness. Ray of Hope staff members help to create an atmosphere where children are safe, respected, encouraged and valued. We emphasize acceptance, creativity, cooperation, relationship building, and skills that children can be confident in and proud of as they face life’s obstacles.

Ray of Hope leaders use their life experiences to connect with kids and introduce empowering social skills and inspiring principles through stories and relationship. Many of the social and emotional skills along with the valuable life lessons that we seek to explore with children depend on consistent mentoring relationships. As a staff we seek to work collaboratively and as a team at every level from program leaders to volunteers. Ray of Hope features an administrative staff, including an Executive Director, Yvonne Cartwright, Ray of Hope Camp Director, Shelli Wood, a Program Lead and a 4 member Response team, who are all passionate about supporting and equipping the Ray of Hope team.

AVAILABLE STAFF POSTIONS

Full Time Positions, Monday through Friday 7:00am to 5:00 pm *Returning staff wage is DOEDOE Group Leader (14 positions), 50 hrs/week @ $13.50/hr Group leaders will be assigned in pairs to supervise, care for, and lead a group of 10-12 children throughout daily meals, activities, and field trips. Each pair of co-leaders will be responsible for working co-operatively to implement small group curriculum (provided), maintain group structure, and support positive behavior, as well as developing positive mentoring relationships with students in their assigned group.

Response Team member (4 positions), 50 hrs/week @ $14.25/hr ((Must have min. 1 year group leader experience) Members of the Response Team will support Group Leaders by engaging in proactive and preventative behavioral interventions with children Each Response Team member will work with two specific Ray of Hope child groups to support their children and leaders. Duties will include developing individual intervention plans as needed, redirecting escalated students, providing general group support by responding to immediate or emergent behavioral situations that arise throughout the day.

Part Time Positions, Monday through Friday

Group Leader/Support Staff (1 position), $13.50 per hour After Care Leaders will assist the After Care Supervisor in daily supervision of children during the extended care hours, including but not limited to leading activities or rec games, and implementing camp wide behavior management. After Care staff may perform similar duties to Group Leaders.

Recreation Coordinator/Support Staff (1 position),)37.5 hrs/week @ $13.50/hr The Recreation Coordinator will plan and facilitate all indoor / outdoor recreational activities for groups of children aged 5-12. The Rec Coordinator will pick age appropriate activities that are suitable in a trauma-informed environment with approval from Camp Director. The Rec Coordinator will also support the Extended Care Program and support groups on field trips.

Art Coordinator /Support Staff (1 position) 37.5 hrs/week @ $13.50/hr The Arts Coordinator will plan and facilitate age-appropriate arts and crafts for children aged 5-12, that are suitable in a trauma-informed environment and approved by Camp Director. The Arts Coordinator will plan and communicate with Rebound staff regarding supplies and scheduling.

Lifeguard / Support Staff ((1 position))37.5 hrs/week @ $13.50/hr The lifeguard will oversee 24 kids at a time, with a minimum of 3 other adults at a local lake 4 afternoons a week. They will go over water safety with fellow staff at training as well as set boundaries and guidelines for the kids while at the lake. The Support Staff role will entail providing staff breaks during the morning and supporting groups and extended care as scheduled.

POSITION (S) APPLYING FOR (check preference)

Full- time Group Leader PT Group Leader Response Team Rec Coordinator/ / Support Staff

Art Coordinator / Support/ Lifeguard / Support Staff Staff

PERSONAL INFORMATION: Name (legal): Other names used: Age: Birth Date: ______Phone (Required): Email (non-student): Residential Address: Mailing Address (if different): Allergies: [None] Shirt Size: XS S M L XL Emergency Contact: Phone: Relation: ______Years of Experience in Childcare Related Field: ______Previous Rebound of Whatcom County experience (If yes, please list years of involvement): Ray of Hope: Rebound Roots: Other:

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (List last three jobs and/or volunteer experiences): 1) 2) 3)

EDUCATION: Where: What Area of Study: Current Year/Grade: Year Graduated:

CURRENT LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/COMPLETED TRAININGS (Check any you currently have) Driver’s License DL#: State: Expires: ______Portable Background Check cleared through MERIT* Date Applied:______Date Cleared:______T.B. / Mantoux Test (Reading Negative) ** Read Date:______Right Response:De-escalation and Safety ## Expires: ______CPR / First Aid Certification (Including Child) # * Expires: ______Blood Bourne Pathogens *# Expires: ______Rebound offWhatcom County Orientation ## Date Completed: ______Court Mandated Reporter Training # Date Completed: ______Food Handlers Permit Date Completed: ______Lifeguard Certification Date Completed: ______

*These items are required for employment in a Licensed Childcare Facility pursuant to RCW. WSR 12-23-057 and payment for any and all state mandated items are the responsibility of the employee # Training provided by Rebound of Whatcom County PERSONAL HISTORY: The questions below are part of the process to ensure a safe and secure environment for the children we care for, and also a program that is suited to your strengths and experiences. It is our desire that our staff’s time with Ray of Hope is positive, healthy, and fulfilling. All information is held strictly confidential by Rebound staff. For each of the following, please indicate if you have ever: 1. Had any personal experiences that might make working with vulnerable children difficult or challenging No Yes*

2. Struggled with any of the following behaviors: Alcohol Abuse Substance Abuse Eating Disorders Self-Harm Other:______3. Been denied legal custody of your child(ren) in any legal proceedings including divorce decrees or settlements No Yes* 4. Been restricted from access to or care of children and/or vulnerable adults No Yes* 5. Been charged with a misdemeanor or felony [Excluding minor traffic violations] No Yes* Charge:______Conviction: ______Date of decision: ______6. Been accused or convicted of the use, possession of, or sale of illegal drugs No Yes* Charge:______Conviction: ______Date of decision: ______

7. Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying,with or without reasonable accommodations?? No Yes* *If you responded ‘Yes’ to any of the above, please include an explanation of each with your short answer questions

SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS:

Please answer questions 1-6 on a separate sheet of paper. Answer each question as honestly as possible as it is important for us in forming the Ray of Hope team as well as forming pairs of people to work together. We will select applicants based on experience and maturity.

1. Describe any involvement in programs with youth that you have had over the past five years.

2. How did you learn about Ray of Hope? Why do you want to work with Ray of Hope this summer?

3. How would you describe your level of comfort working in a faith-based enviroment?

4. Please provide a brief narrative of your faith experiences

5. Give 3 strengths and 1 weakness you have in relating to children and adults.

6. What special skills or interests do you have that might be applicable to Ray of Hope?

AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS All Ray of Hope 2020 staff members are required to attend the following meetings, trainings, and dates of program: Training (80 hours paid): Wednesday, June 17th - Friday, June 19th, 2020 (24 hrs) Monday, June 22nd - Friday, June 26th (40 hrs) *Hours for Wednesday, June 24th will be 12:00pm-8:00pm, for BBQ with families Monday, June 29th - Tuesday, June 30th (16 hrs) *8:00am-4:30pm daily (1/2 hour lunch)

Ray of Hope Camp (50 hrs/week paid): M-F from July 1st through August 7th, 2020 * 7:00am—5:00pm (must be available these hours): F/T 50 hrs/week P/T/37.5 hrs/week

Staff Clean up/Debrief: Friday, August 7th Happy Valley Elementary School *3-5pm Clean up 5-6pm Dinner (provided) 6-8pm Debrief

REFERENCES Please attach a letter of recommendation AND list 2 personal and 1 professional reference that are not related to you, you are not in a relationship with and do not live with you.

Name: Phone: Email: Relationship to you:

Name: Phone: Email: Relationship to you:

Name: Phone: Email: Relationship to you:

OUR MISSION To connect, empower, and restore vulnerable children and families in Whatcom County

OUR VISION Rebound’s vision is that children and families would thrive, succeed, and be active recipients and contributors in a supportive community. We are committed to providing programs, relationships and resource that create sustained, positive change.

OUR CULTURAL VALUES Mission: To seek the greater purpose and meaning in our work and maintain a Kingdom focus

Integrity: To display honesty, openness, fairness, and high professional standards while keeping promises, upholding ethical and legal conduct, and honoring Christ

Teamwork: To work openly and supportively with others toward a common goal and celebrating joint achievements

Quality: To understand and exceed the requirements of our families, our volunteers, and our supporters

Innovation: To transform new ideas into new action, valuing and rewarding creativity

By signing below, I acknowledge and pledge to support Rebound of Whatcom County’s Mission, Vision and Cultural Values while employed by the organization.

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APPLICANT’S STATEMENT I acknowledge that I have completed all information contained herein honestly and to the best of my ability. I have read the availability requirements and my signature below indicates that I am both willing and available to attend all mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and all dates of programming. I hereby authorize Rebound of Whatcom County to verify all information contained in this application with any references, my past or present employers, or any other appropriate personnel at my present or past employers, churches or other organizations and any individuals to disclose any and all information to Rebound of Whatcom County. I release all such persons or entities from liability that may result or arise from Rebound’s collections of all such evaluations including background check or information or its consideration of my application.

I agree to follow the Policies of Rebound of Whatcom County and to refrain from unsavory conduct in the performance of my services on behalf of the organization.

I understand that the personal information will be held confidential by the Rebound of Whatcom County staff.

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Submit completed applications between March 1, 2020 - May 3, 2020 by scheduling an appointment with Camp Director, Shelli Wood Desk Phone: 360-714-0700 Ext. 2 Cellphone: 360-510-3383 (call or text) Email: [email protected]

Confidentiality Policy

Purpose: To ensure appropriate treatment and disclosure of participant and program information.

Rebound of Whatcom County values the personal information of individuals involved in the delivery, facilitation, support, participation of, and receipt of Rebound’s services. In order to maintain the privacy of participants and personnel, participant and personnel files and information will be kept in secure files that are stored at Rebound’s office, or with designated Rebound personnel when on program site when necessary.

Release to Share Information In order to release participants’ or personnel information of a personal nature, Rebound personnel will receive a signed release to share information. A valid release of information will be reviewed by the subject and/or subject’s guardian in the presence of a Rebound program personnel, and will identify:

• Organizations/Individuals information will be shared with

• Type of information that may be shared

• The period of time during which the signed release will remain valid

• Persons for whom the release is valid

• Signature of Rebound representative involved

By signing below, I agree to adhere to this policy in the interest of maintaining the appropriate confidentiality for each Rebound participant or personnel. I understand that an improper disclosure of participant information is grounds for reprimand or dismissal.

I commit to uphold the privacy of Rebound’s current and past participants and personnel.

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360-714-0700 fax 360-714-0704 [email protected] Revised 2/25/2020

Code of Conduct Policy

Purpose: •To ensure child safety •To communicate Rebound’s philosophy in terms of verbal and physical discipline •To establish and maintain guidelines for interactions between program participants and staff members •To ensure the safety and integrity of each individual involved in Rebound’s programs

Vision Regarding Discipline It is our goal to show Christ’s love to each person in Rebound’s programs through word and action, and to be characterized by healthy relationships, love, support, kindness, peace, truth, forgiveness, and unconditional positive regard.

Guiding Principles All Rebound staff and volunteers are committed to interacting with each and every Rebound participant in a manner that is: •Respectful – treating participants equitably regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, worldview, or socioeconomic status •Safe – protecting the participant’s emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical well-being •Supportive – providing participants with constructive interventions through encouragement, care and consistency

In order to protect Rebound staff, volunteers, and program participants, the following policies must be adhered to during programming: •Avoiding one-on-one – Staff or volunteers may not be alone with children where others are unable to observe them. It is expected that there are ALWAYS two sets of eyes on every child at all times •Line of sight – Staff and volunteers are to keep children in ‘line of sight’ supervision at all times; able to see and hear every child at all times •Restroom supervision – Staff and volunteers will stand by the bathroom entrance while children are using the restroom, and ensure only one child per stall at all times. The same policy is observed on field trips. (Parents are responsible for changing diapers/soiled clothing at the Roots Program) •Activities requiring privacy – Staff and volunteers should conduct or supervise activities in pairs; e.g., attending to a child who has an accident, putting on bathing suits, or changing clothes. Younger children should be encouraged to change their own clothing as much as possible. Two sets of eyes applies in this situation. •Preventing abuse – Staff and volunteers will protect children from abuse by adults or other children, including: *physical abuse – striking, spanking, shaking, slapping *verbal abuse – humiliating, degrading, threatening, hazing *sexual abuse – inappropriate touching or verbal exchange Preventing abuse…continued

*mental abuse – shaming, withholding love, cruelty, hazing *neglect – withholding food, water or basic care •Respect and non-discrimination – Staff and volunteers will respond to children and adults with respect and consideration, and treat all individuals equally regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, worldview, or socioeconomic status •Appropriate physical contact – Staff and volunteers will respect children’s rights not to be touched in ways that make them feel uncomfortable, and will respect their right to say “no”. *EXCEPTION: If the child’s behavior is a threat to the safety of themselves or others. In this case, only trained staff member(s) and trained volunteers will physically intervene if they are currently certified in Right Response de-escalation and restraint. •Staff and volunteers will not touch children in areas of their bodies that would be covered by a bathing suit (Parents are responsible for changing diapers/soiled clothing at the Roots Program) •Staff and volunteers may encourage contact that is positive, non-threatening, and cannot be misconstrued sexually *EXAMPLE: A pat on the back, high fives, side hugs; if a child initiates a front hug, respond but initiate release as quickly as possible •Staff and volunteers will refrain from prolonged or high-contact interactions *EXCEPTION: A child may be carried if they are three years old or younger, is injured, or needs to be relocated to a safe place to de-escalate •Staff and volunteers will refrain from interactions with children that may result in injury or over stimulation *EXAMPLE: Pillow fights, tickling, wrestling

In the event that one-on-one contact cannot be avoided, another adult staff member will be notified when, where, and for how long the contact is occurring.

•Signing out – Staff and volunteers are to release children only to the individuals listed on the transportation information form. IF you have any questions, please see the Camp Director. Staff will be notified if there is a special circumstance to be aware of in their group. •Displays of affection – Refrain from intimate displays of affection towards others in the presence of children, parents, or staff •Substance abuse – Using, possessing or being under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or illegal drugs during work hours is strictly prohibited •Tobacco – Smoking or use of tobacco in the presence of children or parents during working hours is prohibited •Mandatory reporting – When a child discloses information or exhibits behavior that constitutes mandatory reporting, volunteers will report to Rebound staff and assist in all necessary documentation and reporting. No one can tell you to NOT report something; however, if you decide to report on something that occurred as a volunteer for Rebound or as a paid staff at Rebound, you must notify the Program Director.

•Background check procedure •Background check procedure All staff and volunteers must complete and pass an annual background check before working with Rebound. Background checks include but are not limited to: Washington State Patrol WATCH Report, National Sex Offender database, or phone call to references. Furthermore, Rebound will conduct face-to-face interviews and reference checks for all employees and volunteers when appropriate. •Behavior monitoring and review All staff and volunteers are responsible for monitoring behavior and interactions at Roots Family Connection Program and/or Ray of Hope Summer Day Program. Administrative staff will conduct regular and random observations of groups and classrooms to get a clear picture of how individuals are interacting. If you observe any of the inappropriate or harmful behaviors listed, immediately report them to the Program Director or Camp Director for documentation.

•Social media All staff and volunteers are required to maintain an appropriate and inoffensive social media presence. Rebound staff and volunteers are representatives in the community, and anything posted on general social media is considered public record. Rebound reserves the right to dismiss staff and volunteers at their discretion, which can include social media activity.

•Reporting structure Report immediately to the Program Director or Camp Director if there are any breaches in child safety or if there are any types of suspected or verified abuse. Staff will review and take any necessary action that may be required. All reports made will be carefully documented and reviewed.

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