Counselor in Training Program
Requirements for the CIT Program
- Must be between junior and senior year of high school.
- Must be able to attend four sessions (1-4) of camp from June 17 to July 20. These dates are NOT flexible and applicants must be available for the entire four week program.
- The fee for the CIT program is $499 total ($200 of this fee is non-refundable). The fee includes a CIT t-shirt, a CIT group photo and travel for any field trips.
- Must be prepared to serve others while taking on an active leadership role at camp.
Details of the CIT Program
- Learn by doing in a safe environment.
- Assigned to a counselor and cabin of campers each week. Time will be spent “shadowing” during meals, free time, coffee breaks and evening activities with the goal of gradually moving into overnight stays in cabins. This will provide the opportunity to further develop leadership skills while reinforcing their knowledge and comfort with the various age groups at camp.
- Co-counseling with a counselor based on Rawhide’s need and an individual’s readiness determined by Rawhide’s leadership team.
- One weekend of Stay Over to be assigned for the benefit of experiencing a different program style.
- Half of the day spent teaching/assisting in classes and electives offered to campers.
- Time designated for CIT class focusing on leadership and support.
- A small portion of time for riding or vaulting according to their rank(s) at Rawhide.
- Help make the Horse Show a safe and rewarding experience for our campers, rather than participate for their own benefit.
- Field trip(s) to other camps for program comparison while gaining knowledge of what other activities are available in our local counties.
- Promote and maintain the recycling program.
- Evaluations for the purpose of learning personal strengths and to set tangible goals for growth opportunities.
- Time off provided every Friday evening after all camp clean up at approximately 7:00 p.m. to Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Participants are required (unless previous arrangements have been made) to leave the ranch for some needed rest and relaxation due to their demanding schedule, the high level of expectation placed on them and their lack of free time during the week.
Goal of the CIT Program
Our goal is to help prepare participants for leadership roles in all walks of life, specifically those that involve the leadership of children.
Our goal is to help prepare participants for leadership roles in all walks of life, specifically those that involve the leadership of children.
Application Process
We encourage all those highly motivated and up for the challenge of leadership to submit an application. Please note first consideration will be given to those who participated in the LIT program the previous year; however, it is important to recognize that all participants are chosen based on merit and ability. No one is guaranteed a position. Forms can be downloaded. All necessary paperwork is due by February 15th.
1. Previous LIT Participants
We encourage all those highly motivated and up for the challenge of leadership to submit an application. Please note first consideration will be given to those who participated in the LIT program the previous year; however, it is important to recognize that all participants are chosen based on merit and ability. No one is guaranteed a position. Forms can be downloaded. All necessary paperwork is due by February 15th.
1. Previous LIT Participants
- Application including 600 word essay.
- Face to face interviews to be arranged starting in March here at Rawhide Ranch.
2. New Applicants
- Application
- Parent/Guardian Reference
- Two personal references from an employer, coach, religious leader and/or a teacher. These should be people able to speak about your work ethic, previous care giving responsibilities with children and on behalf of your character. Please note close friends of the family or Rawhide staff are not sufficient for our purposes. The Rawhide staff is given the opportunity to share any recommendations or concerns before any final decisions are made.
- Face to face interviews to be arranged starting in March here at Rawhide Ranch.
Applicants will be notified in early May of their acceptance in the program after all interviews have been completed. Unfortunately, we have a limited number of spaces in our program so not all who apply are accepted. We are looking for applicants with a strong interest in making a positive difference in the lives of children while making a contribution to camp and developing their own leadership skills. All those invited to participate should understand the opportunity is a privilege and approach it with a sense of responsibility, enthusiasm and commitment.
2019 Applications are due by February 15, 2019.
This deadline cannot be extended.
