Staff Reference

Applicant’s Name:
Position sought at Camp Alleghany:
Name of Reference:
Relationship to Applicant:
How long have you known the applicant?:
Phone Number:
Email:
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Thank you for assisting the person whose name is listed above. As one of three references, your knowledge of this candidate is an essential part of our hiring process. Your candid and forthright responses to the following questions are much appreciated by Camp Alleghany.

Camp Alleghany strives to uphold the values and traditions established at its inception in 1922. Counselors are expected to adhere to an Honor Code as well as a No Gossip Policy, and are expected to put others before themselves, to prioritize their campers over their friends, and to maintain an unselfish attitude at all times. They are also expected to put forth 100% effort in all their duties while respecting Alleghany’s deep-rooted principles, philosophies, and traditions. Please consider this applicant in terms of her ability to work closely with children, families, and other staff members in an educational environment that is recreational, challenging, and fun!

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PERSONAL

Ethical Conduct
Judgment/Common Sense
Personal Appearance/Grooming
Honesty/Integrity
Attention to Details/ Neatness
Emotional Stability
Ability to adjust (separation from family and friends)
Maturity
Sense of Humor

LEADERSHIP

Responsibility/Professionalism
Attendance/Punctuality
Initiative/Industriousness
Energy Level/Enthusiasm
Cooperation/Teamwork
Assertiveness
Safety Awareness
Accepts constructive criticism
Attitude (Positive and Unselfish)
Ability to problem solve
Ability to be a positive role model for children
Probable success as a counselor

COUNSELING SKILLS

Ability to put others before self
Ability to take a stand for something that is right even if unpopular
Ability to work consistently, follow through on commitments, put forth effort even when conditions are taxing
Ability to resolve disputes or conflicts
Ability to come up with activities or a plan of action when conditions change suddenly

 

What would be some words you would use to describe the applicant’s strengths?
 
What would be an area that might need improvement?
 
Are you aware of any reasons why this applicant should not work with children? Would you trust this applicant to be a camp counselor for your own children?
 
Can you recommend, without reservation, this applicant to be a counselor at Camp Alleghany? If not, why?
 
Is there anything else you would like us to know about this applicant? We would be grateful for any statement that you feel might be helpful to us in reviewing this candidate's application.
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