8 Questions
What is the primary goal of understanding the 'Chain of Command' in Ambassador Camp?
To handle issues in a Christ-like and God-glorifying way
Who is the leader of the boys and girls cabins?
Head Counselor
What is the role of a Senior Counselor?
To lead devotions and administer discipline
Who is responsible for reporting cabin matters to the Director?
Head Counselor
What is the purpose of a Counselor in Training (TIC)?
To learn how to be a future counselor and hang out with campers
What is the first step in resolving an issue using the Chain of Command?
Talk to the person directly above you in the Chain of Command
What is a characteristic of a Senior Counselor?
All of the above
What is the role of the Head Counselor in leading counselor meetings?
To lead the meetings and provide training as needed
Study Notes
Ambassador Camp Counseling Staff
- Issues will arise during the week, and staff should handle them in a Christ-like and God-glorifying way.
- The "Chain of Command" is in place to guide staff on whom to talk to and how to resolve issues.
AC Chain of Command
- The Chain of Command consists of: • AC Board of Directors • Aunt Sara Bailey • Aunt Amy, Aunt Faith, and Aunt Christina • Head Counselor • Sr. Counselor • Counselor • TIC (Counselor in Training)
- Report issues to the person directly above you in the Chain of Command.
Counselor Levels
- Counselor levels are not determined by length of time in the cabin or age.
- Head Counselor: • Leader of boys and girls cabins • Reports to the director • Leads devotions and one-on-ones with campers • Leads counselor meetings and training as needed • Allowed to administer discipline when necessary
- Senior Counselor: • Most experienced counselors who have graduated and spent significant time in the cabins • Expected to lead devotions, do one-on-ones with campers, and administer discipline when necessary • Leaders in the cabins
- Counselor: • Have spent significant time in the cabins • Help with devotions and one-on-ones with campers • Not allowed to administer discipline
- TIC (Counselor in Training): • Two main jobs: learn how to be a future counselor and hang out with campers • Shadow a senior counselor and observe processes • Not allowed to: discipline campers, lead salvation talks/one-on-ones, administer major medication, or lead PM devotions • Will be called in by senior counselor to observe and participate in these tasks when possible
Learn how to handle issues at Ambassador Camp in a Christ-like and God-glorifying way by understanding the Chain of Command
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