NGĀ WHEAKO (WHAT CAN I EXPECT?)
As a camp Volunteer you can expect the following:
* Lots of fun activities
* Working with a great team of other Volunteers
* Opportunities to share the love and life of Christ with kids, teens and families
* Some hard work – yes there are duties and other jobs to do!
* You will go home exhausted but extremely fulfilled
* Some onsite training to equip you with even better leadership skills
HE AHA AKU HAEPAPA (WHAT ARE MY RESPONSIBILITIES?)
* Build relationships with assigned campers
* Pray for campers before, during and after camp
* Provide a positive, safe, healthy and loving environment, while maintaining order and discipline.
* Be available to serve and assist in any way possible
* Actively lead in all camp activities (lead by example)
* Attend training weekend before camp and all leaders meetings during camp
Ka Whakaae Ahau (as a volunteer I agree to):
* Support and work within the philosophy, policy and guidelines of ACTB.
* Maintain confidentiality
* Abide by safety and risk management requirements
* Carry out the tasks outlined in the Volunteers Job Description
* Attend on the agreed time or day or contact the programme co-ordinator if I am not available
* Participate in orientation, meetings and training as required.
* Raise any matters of concern with the programme co-ordinator
* Work from the dates provided for the Ministry Camp Programme
Adventure Camp Trust Board (Whakaae) agrees:
* To provide a safe working environment
* To provide opportunities for input into the Kids, Teen Camp Programme and other Ministry opportunities.
* To provide relevant information about the Kids, Teen Camp Programme and other Ministry opportunities.
* To provide relevant support, training and supervision
* To reimburse for pre-approved expenses
* To acknowledge and recognise the contribution of volunteers to the Kids and Teen Camp Programme.
Ngā Ture Mō Ngā Kaiarahi/āwhina (Camp Leader/Helper Requirements & Code of Behaviour)
Our programmes aim to create an environment for children, teens and families that are stimulating, fun, caring and safe. In order to achieve this, staff should be aware of these professional guidelines. The purpose outlined below is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all young people and children in our care and to safe-guard them from any danger of abuse. It will also assist our workers to avoid allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
A leader will be teamed up with at least one other leader and together they will have their own cabin which they are responsible for. Typically, a new leader will be teamed up with an experienced leader.
Ngā Kaiāwhina (ALL VOLUNTEERS...)
* Should aspire to live in a relationship with Jesus that can be seen
* Should aspire to be in regular fellowship with a Christian Church
* Will come to serve the campers
* Will be a positive role model
* Will stay the entire week (incl. as much of the weekend before as is required)
* Will be a full participant in all camp activities
* Will not bring or invite guests to visit that do not have a direct role in camp
* Will be responsible to the Carey Park Programme Facilitator and Camp Assistant Director
* Will provide feedback at the end of camp - expressing feelings about camp and any ideas for improvements
Manaakitia ngā Tamariki (Treat all children with dignity and respect, this means:)
* you recognise that all children have the right to feel safe and to be safe
* you will not physically punish children or in any way intentionally harm children either physically or emotionally e.g. by ridiculing, threatening or abusive behaviour
* you provide physical comfort or reassurance for children through touching or cuddling but do not force on children any unwanted affection or touching
* you do not seek physical contact from children in order to meet your needs
* you take care to ensure any activity suits the age and ability of the children participating
* you can encourage and assist children but do not force children into any activity
* you communicate programme rules and boundaries clearly and are fair and consistent with children who misbehave
Ngā Ture kia Tiaki ia koe (Always be aware of safety, this means):
* when supervising children, you give this task your complete attention
* if a situation is unsafe you act immediately and/or get help
* if you see any possibility that an activity could cause an accident or injury you must stop the activity immediately
* you talk with the Camp Coordinator about incidents where safety was a concern
Kia Tika te Whakaatu (Act professionally, this means):
* you read and make sure you understand your job description
* you remember that you are a role model for children’s behaviour
* you are punctual and ready for work at the required time
* you are dressed appropriately and are “fit for work”
* do not smoke at the programme
* you do not discuss adult topics around children
* you do not allow yourself or other staff/visitors to be alone with a child
* you are friendly and courteous to parents
* you respect the confidentiality of any discussions with parents about children’s behaviour. Check with the Camp Coordinator – they should be present when the issues are more serious
* any observations/concerns regarding child abuse must be conveyed to the Camp Coordinator.
Mahi Tahi (Work as a team, this means):
* Staff help each other to do their job whenever possible
* You ask for help and advice whenever it is needed. For instance, when there is a task that’s not understood or situation where you don’t know what to do
* When anyone asks, they get help as soon as possible and are not criticised for seeking help
KIA RITE MŌ TE MAHI (FIT FOR WORK)
You should turn up for work, ready and fit to perform your role in a safe and proper manner
Being “fit for work” includes
* being dressed appropriately and wearing the staff/leader/helper uniforms provided
* not bringing children or siblings with you unless expressly agreed to by the Programme Manager.
* not under the influence of non-prescriptive drugs, alcohol or other substances that reduce your ability to perform duties.
If the prescription drugs you are using have the potential to impair performance, you must advise the Camp Coordinator.
TAKAHI TURE (SERIOUS MISCONDUCT)
Acts of serious misconduct may result in the volunteer having their voluntary role with the programme terminated without further notice or warning.
The following are examples of the type of actions and behaviour that we consider to be serious misconduct:
* Failure to disclose criminal convictions to the Management.
* Abusive or offensive behaviour to any other person in the course of their voluntary work.
* Theft, vandalism or unauthorised use of property belonging to the programme, another staff member or any other person
* Falsification of programme records
* Bringing into or consuming at the programme, non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or other dangerous substances.
* The disclosure to unauthorised persons of any confidential information belonging to the programme or concerning any children, families or staff members
* Failure to record and report any work place accident
* Serious harassment of programme staff or families.
* Failure to comply with this Code of Behaviour may result in the termination of your Volunteer role.
Christian camping is a very effective way of sharing the Gospel message with kids. We have many Volunteers who come back time and time again because they realise that this is an effective ministry not only for introducing kids to Christ but also because of the great training and experience they receive in becoming better Volunteers.
As a camp Volunteer you can expect the following:
* Lots of fun activities
* Working with a great team of other Volunteers
* Opportunities to share the love and life of Christ with kids, teens and families
* Some hard work – yes there are duties and other jobs to do!
* You will go home exhausted but extremely fulfilled
* Some onsite training to equip you with even better leadership skills
HE AHA AKU HAEPAPA (WHAT ARE MY RESPONSIBILITIES?)
* Build relationships with assigned campers
* Pray for campers before, during and after camp
* Provide a positive, safe, healthy and loving environment, while maintaining order and discipline.
* Be available to serve and assist in any way possible
* Actively lead in all camp activities (lead by example)
* Attend training weekend before camp and all leaders meetings during camp
Ka Whakaae Ahau (as a volunteer I agree to):
* Support and work within the philosophy, policy and guidelines of ACTB.
* Maintain confidentiality
* Abide by safety and risk management requirements
* Carry out the tasks outlined in the Volunteers Job Description
* Attend on the agreed time or day or contact the programme co-ordinator if I am not available
* Participate in orientation, meetings and training as required.
* Raise any matters of concern with the programme co-ordinator
* Work from the dates provided for the Ministry Camp Programme
Adventure Camp Trust Board (Whakaae) agrees:
* To provide a safe working environment
* To provide opportunities for input into the Kids, Teen Camp Programme and other Ministry opportunities.
* To provide relevant information about the Kids, Teen Camp Programme and other Ministry opportunities.
* To provide relevant support, training and supervision
* To reimburse for pre-approved expenses
* To acknowledge and recognise the contribution of volunteers to the Kids and Teen Camp Programme.
Ngā Ture Mō Ngā Kaiarahi/āwhina (Camp Leader/Helper Requirements & Code of Behaviour)
Our programmes aim to create an environment for children, teens and families that are stimulating, fun, caring and safe. In order to achieve this, staff should be aware of these professional guidelines. The purpose outlined below is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all young people and children in our care and to safe-guard them from any danger of abuse. It will also assist our workers to avoid allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
A leader will be teamed up with at least one other leader and together they will have their own cabin which they are responsible for. Typically, a new leader will be teamed up with an experienced leader.
Ngā Kaiāwhina (ALL VOLUNTEERS...)
* Should aspire to live in a relationship with Jesus that can be seen
* Should aspire to be in regular fellowship with a Christian Church
* Will come to serve the campers
* Will be a positive role model
* Will stay the entire week (incl. as much of the weekend before as is required)
* Will be a full participant in all camp activities
* Will not bring or invite guests to visit that do not have a direct role in camp
* Will be responsible to the Carey Park Programme Facilitator and Camp Assistant Director
* Will provide feedback at the end of camp - expressing feelings about camp and any ideas for improvements
Manaakitia ngā Tamariki (Treat all children with dignity and respect, this means:)
* you recognise that all children have the right to feel safe and to be safe
* you will not physically punish children or in any way intentionally harm children either physically or emotionally e.g. by ridiculing, threatening or abusive behaviour
* you provide physical comfort or reassurance for children through touching or cuddling but do not force on children any unwanted affection or touching
* you do not seek physical contact from children in order to meet your needs
* you take care to ensure any activity suits the age and ability of the children participating
* you can encourage and assist children but do not force children into any activity
* you communicate programme rules and boundaries clearly and are fair and consistent with children who misbehave
Ngā Ture kia Tiaki ia koe (Always be aware of safety, this means):
* when supervising children, you give this task your complete attention
* if a situation is unsafe you act immediately and/or get help
* if you see any possibility that an activity could cause an accident or injury you must stop the activity immediately
* you talk with the Camp Coordinator about incidents where safety was a concern
Kia Tika te Whakaatu (Act professionally, this means):
* you read and make sure you understand your job description
* you remember that you are a role model for children’s behaviour
* you are punctual and ready for work at the required time
* you are dressed appropriately and are “fit for work”
* do not smoke at the programme
* you do not discuss adult topics around children
* you do not allow yourself or other staff/visitors to be alone with a child
* you are friendly and courteous to parents
* you respect the confidentiality of any discussions with parents about children’s behaviour. Check with the Camp Coordinator – they should be present when the issues are more serious
* any observations/concerns regarding child abuse must be conveyed to the Camp Coordinator.
Mahi Tahi (Work as a team, this means):
* Staff help each other to do their job whenever possible
* You ask for help and advice whenever it is needed. For instance, when there is a task that’s not understood or situation where you don’t know what to do
* When anyone asks, they get help as soon as possible and are not criticised for seeking help
KIA RITE MŌ TE MAHI (FIT FOR WORK)
You should turn up for work, ready and fit to perform your role in a safe and proper manner
Being “fit for work” includes
* being dressed appropriately and wearing the staff/leader/helper uniforms provided
* not bringing children or siblings with you unless expressly agreed to by the Programme Manager.
* not under the influence of non-prescriptive drugs, alcohol or other substances that reduce your ability to perform duties.
If the prescription drugs you are using have the potential to impair performance, you must advise the Camp Coordinator.
TAKAHI TURE (SERIOUS MISCONDUCT)
Acts of serious misconduct may result in the volunteer having their voluntary role with the programme terminated without further notice or warning.
The following are examples of the type of actions and behaviour that we consider to be serious misconduct:
* Failure to disclose criminal convictions to the Management.
* Abusive or offensive behaviour to any other person in the course of their voluntary work.
* Theft, vandalism or unauthorised use of property belonging to the programme, another staff member or any other person
* Falsification of programme records
* Bringing into or consuming at the programme, non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or other dangerous substances.
* The disclosure to unauthorised persons of any confidential information belonging to the programme or concerning any children, families or staff members
* Failure to record and report any work place accident
* Serious harassment of programme staff or families.
* Failure to comply with this Code of Behaviour may result in the termination of your Volunteer role.
Christian camping is a very effective way of sharing the Gospel message with kids. We have many Volunteers who come back time and time again because they realise that this is an effective ministry not only for introducing kids to Christ but also because of the great training and experience they receive in becoming better Volunteers.