Counselors in Training (C.I.T.)

WHO CAN BE A c.i.t.?

If you are between the ages of 12-16 and have positive motivation, fun-loving energy, and real excitement to work with young children, we want YOU to apply for a CIT position!

Please be aware that you must be available for two consecutive weeks during the summer in order to receive the best CIT experience. Take a look now at your summer plans and see which two weeks fit your schedule best.

PHYSICAL COMPONENT

You are exposed to all kinds of weather, as a majority of the activities are outside. You should have the ability to move or lift items needed for camp. You will be walking distances as you engage in activities around and outside of the facilities.

SHIFTS

You will be scheduled to work Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

the role of a C.I.T.

CIT’s are not solely responsible for helping supervise the children. You will be responsible for assisting with crafts, activities, maintaining as safe environment for the children, and providing general support to our CFO Childcare Staff. CIT’s are supervised by the CFO Childcare Staff, Lead Staff and the Camp Director.

All Counselors in Training MUST:

• Attend all phases of training before the start of CFO Childcare
• Meet new ideas with an open mind, accept constructive feedback, and make positive changes
• Show willingness to have a positive attitude at all times and adapt to change
• Accept and follow all CFO Childcare policies and regulations
• Be respectful and responsible for all program property and equipment
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of a physically and emotionally safe environment for all participants
• Follow the set schedule for service (Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
• Participate fully in weekly meetings for the CIT Leadership Program
• Assist with preparation, execution and clean-up of camp activities as assigned such as crafts and games
• Complete and submit emergency paperwork through the ePACT Network upon enrollment (completed by a parent or guardian).

TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE - IT’S WORTH THE EFFORT!

BENEFITS FROM PARTICIPATION INCLUDE:

• Gaining valuable experience for future employment and/or school references;
• Experiencing a behind-the-scenes look at being a future Camp Counselor when old enough to apply;
• Getting exposure to leadership development topics such as goal setting, communication, and decision-making;
• Developing relationships with a fun, energetic, and eclectic team of Camp Counselors who can provide guidance for your future steps; and,
• Spending two weeks playing games, meeting new people, going on field trips, and just having a blast!

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT!

Hear from former CITs just how important their experience has been in their own lives.

marie gearhart | current uc davis student

"Hi, my name is Marie Gearhart and I’ve been with the District (specifically Camp Fair Oaks) for 11 years now, as a camper, CIT, and a counselor. Ever since I started going to CFO at seven years old, camp every summer was always one of the highlights of my whole year! I met people outside of my school that I could hang out with and I also got to admire the CITs and Counselors that I had always looked up to. As a camper I always knew that I would want to work my way up the ladder at CFO because it is something that I would never want to give up. I soon became a CIT and knew the ins and outs like the back of my hand.

Being a CIT was a great opportunity that I will be grateful for the rest of my life for, because it taught me many skills that not only apply to being a counselor but to life as well: communication skills, social skills, teamwork, problem solving, and so much more. Now, I have been a Counselor for two years and a Lead last summer and it has changed my life. 

I have been given the opportunity to come out of my shell, form bonds with children and staff, learn how to help run a summer camp, and make memories that will stay with me forever. But the best part is I had so much fun while doing it! I would recommend Camp Fair Oaks to anyone and everyone, whether they’re a parent, a child, a teenager, or even someone who just wants valuable work and life experience. I’ve seen Camp Fair Oaks change over the years, and have been part of the change, and it has only gotten better."

JARED BROWN | CURRENT SAN FRANCISCO STATE STUDENT

"Camp Fair Oaks will always be a part of my life and who I am. I grew from camper to CIT to Counselor and learned leadership and maturity from some incredible people along the way. There’s no question I am where I am today because of the CIT program and being a part of the CFO family."