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COUNSELLOR IN TRAINING PROGRAM | AGES 15-17

A four-week program designed to showcase the necessary skills that counsellors require in order to deliver successful and engaging programs. Interactive workshops and experiential learning activities are designed for those not quite old enough yet, but want to become a counsellor soon.  

Summer 2023 Camp Registration is open!  Summer 2023 details below.   

If your desired Camp week is full, please join the waitlist and we will contact you if and when an opening is available.

Summer 2023 Camps Calendar at a Glance

Comradery

Join our supportive, encouraging environment to build skills and individual growth

Comradery

Join our supportive, encouraging environment to build skills and individual growth

Create Connections

Get hands-on experience working with children

Teambuilding

Workshops will be centered around teamwork to build communication skills & trust within co-counsellors in order to solve challenges together

Future Employment

Programs to strengthen those that potentially want to be a counsellor in the future

Comradery
Create Connections
Teambuilding
Future Employment

Ideal for those not quite of age, but wish to become a counsellor soon

A four-week program designed to showcase the necessary skills that counsellors require in order to deliver successful and engaging programs in the future. Interactive workshops and experiential learning activities will be facilitated by our senior program staff and directors. CIT's will gain a better understanding of the 'camp' workstyle and Gryphon Camp Policies.

This program will prepare CIT's with the 'tools' necessary to become a great counsellor in the future as they build confidence around working with children and facilitating programs.  CIT's will develop their own Gryphon activities in preparation to facilitate them within the camp community during the month-long program.  As they showcase their new skills, they will be recognized for their hard work & contribution by receiving volunteer hours.

Significant Training: Each CIT will receive a well thought out and designed manual containing resources about how to become a great counsellor. The Gryphon Summer Camps Program Facilitators and Director, work together closely to create a strong support structure for everyone. Our senior camp leadership team are positive role models that will always be there to assist and encourage self-development. Counsellor In Training participants will be seen as candidates for future employment at Gryphon Summer Camps.

CIT's will also receive their HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) Certification while participating in the program.

4-Week Program Overview:  

  • Week 1: 9am-4pm Interactive Workshops & Experiential Learning Activities 
  • Week 2: 9am-4pm Interactive Workshops & Experiential Learning Activities 
  • Week 3 & 4: 8:00am-4:30pm In-Camp Practical Experience Option #1 - July 24th-Aug.4th
  • Week 3 & 4: 8:00am-4:30pm In-Camp Practical Experience Option #2 - August 14th-Aug. 25th

Counsellor In Training Program - Workshop Weeks - Ages 15-17 - July 10-21/23

Two Week Workshop Program ---- Our Counsellor In Training program is designed to showcase the skills that counsellors require to deliver successful and engaging programs. Throughout our program, CIT's will learn the skills necessary for them to become a successful counsellor in the future. Our workshops will be delivered through interactive workshops and experiential learning activities delivered by our senior program facilitators and directors. This training program will allow individuals to gain a better understanding of the 'camp' workstyle. ---- Note: to complete the program you must also register for one of the two week volunteer options.

Activity Details

31218 - July 10, 2023 to July 21, 2023

Counsellor In Training Volunteer Experience - Option #1 - July 24 - Aug 4/23

VOLUNTEER OPTION: CIT's must select one of the two week volunteer options to complete the Counsellor In Training Program. Participants will enjoy this experiential component of the program while implementing their skills learned during the workshop weeks. Hours at camp will count towards your high school volunteer hours. You will be at camp 8am-4:30pm daily for this two week experience.

Activity Details

31434 - July 24, 2023 to August 4, 2023

Counsellor In Training Volunteer Experience - Option #2 - Aug 14-25/23

VOLUNTEER OPTION: CIT's must select one of the two week volunteer options to complete the Counsellor In Training Program. Participants will enjoy this experiential component of the program while implementing their skills learned during the workshop weeks. Hours at camp will count towards your high school volunteer hours. You will be at camp 8am-4:30pm daily for this two week experience.

Activity Details

31435 - August 14, 2023 to August 25, 2023

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