One day of Staff Training is Mandatory
Staff Training June 16, 2012  Held at Camp Copneconic  or
Staff Training July 14, 2012  Held at Central Michigan University

Note to all potential companions: 

At your personal interview, you will be asked to read through and initial the rules of Camp Quality USA, Inc.  The following are some of those rules.

I understand and agree that:

• I may not discuss alternative medicine with any child at camp.
• Medical Staff ONLY must administer all medicine for campers, including such things as removal of splinters, treatment of minor cuts, headache tablets, etc.!!!
• I understand and agree I will not bring tobacco, alcohol or illegal drugs to camp. 
• I agree not to press any particular health food or diet on any child at camp.
• Caring for a large group of children with cancer is, in itself, stressful.The only way to relieve some of this stress is to ensure every companion assigned to care for a child, fully understands the demands of their role.The safety and happiness of the camper ALWAYS COMES FIRST! If I am assigned as a companion, I fully understand that if I do not care for my camper as instructed, I will be asked to leave camp.
• I understand that no expression of religion may be initiated or promoted by camp staff.
• Even though rest periods are rarely popular with the youth, I agree to observe horizontal rest periods.
• Any and all equipment I bring to camp is entirely my responsibility. If necessary, I will ensure adequate insurance coverage for loss or damage, which may occur at camp.
• I understand that specific personnel have been assigned to handle media coverage. I will not contact the media, nor release any names, photographs, or articles without first securing written permission of the camp director.
• I understand that I may not bring any of my own children under 18 years to camp.
• I understand that I must attend a Staff Training Workshop before I can be assigned a staff position. I agree to attend the orientation meeting held at the campground prior to the start of camp. (You will be notified of dates and times.)

What really makes Camp Quality is unique is that a one-on-one companion is assigned to every child who registers for summer camp.  Compantions must be a minimum of 18 years of age.  Their dedication and commitment is the backbone of our program.  In order to be a companion, you will need to:

*Complete an application form

*Submit three reference forms

*Pass a background check

*Complete a face-to-face interview

*Be invited to participate as a volunteer at Camp Quality

*Complete mandatory volunteer training

*Accept the obligations of Camp Quality

A camper's "best friend for the week" is their Camp Quality Companion.  The caring and supportive relationship between the pair begins at camp, and continues to be fostered throughout the year.  In many cases, Camp Quality kids develop such strong friendships with their quality companions that they ask to be matched up year after year.

Camp Quality Companions come from all walks of life--teachers, college students, lawyers, young professionals, retired professionals, police officers, firefighters.  Quality companions must be willing to invest their time, energy and heart into the experience of their camper . . .but the return is priceless.

No special skill or medical training is needed.  We seek caring adults who want to build a friendship with a special child.  Companions are fun to be with, adventuresome, great listeners and are always sharing their love for life.

In addition, a wide variety of staff are required for every camp.  Volunteers are needed in areas such as crafts, food service, special programming, and medical.

Please click below to watch a wonderful video seeking support. 

**Companion Applications for the 2012 Summer Camps are available go to the top of this page -
      

**Please click here to obtain the reference check form. 
 

Mandatory Training Dates for 2012 Summer Camps

All staff must attend one of the Mandatory Companion/Staff Training Dates below.

Training June 16, 2012  Held at Camp Copneconic  OR
Training July 14, 2012  Held at Central Michigan University
Information on CMU Camp Training day click LinkClick.aspx

These will be all-day sessions.

*You MUST attend one of the training dates, or you will be unable to participate at camp.