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Bay Cliff Health Camp

Camp Counselor

June - August 2019 • Big Bay, MI

What I liked

I liked working with kids and helping each one meet their personal goals. I also enjoyed getting to know each kid personally and it allowed me to have a life changing experience.

What I wish was different

I don't wish anything was different, I enjoyed every second of it.

Advice

Even though this job main seem daunting as it involves taking care of children with disabilities, the reward of seeing a smile on their face after they reach their goal is priceless.
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Camp Counselor

June - August 2019 • Big Bay, MI

What I liked

I loved all of the things I experienced and I also made a bunch of new friends.

What I wish was different

Honestly nothing.... there was great communication between the staff and I had the best time ever.

Advice

Be patient. You are working with special needs kids 24/7 for 7 weeks straight. All you can do is be patient with them even when they’re having a temper tantrum. Also, have fun and cherish the moments you have with the kids because you will be lucky if you see them after camp ends.
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Camp Counselor

June - August 2019 • Big Bay, MI

What I liked

Incredible job that allowed me to gain so much hands on experience working with children with disabilities. As a nursing student, I gained so much useful experience specifically with transfers, medications, and daily care. It's a 24/7 job and is incredibly intense but worth every minute. You form incredible relationships with campers and co-workers. It is the opportunity of a lifetime

What I wish was different

Advice

Incredible experience for anyone interested in working with children. Specifically, those going into the health care field and those interested in working with children with physical disabilities.
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