Programs

The Rec Counselor in Training program is an educational and recreational program that helps teens develop the skills and attributes necessary to be a successful summer camp counselor. The program will focus on team building, service projects, and outdoor activities. CITs will work with counselors, administrative staff, pool staff, and other members of the community to learn the ins and outs of being a summer camp counselor. Applications are required and will be accepted on a rolling basis (see notes section for the application). Applications may be submitted to the Rec office at 150 Wakefield St, Suite #1 or by email to jeffrey.turgeon@rochesternh.gov. Please note: email will be the primary means of communication for this program.

Registration Information:
Registration will be completed after applicants are accepted into the CIT program. Registration must be done at the Rec Office at 150 Wakefield St. The registration deadline for those accepted into the program is June 13th.

The Rec Camp Counselor in Training program will run alongside our regular summer camp, Monday-Friday, June 23-August 15. No camp Friday, 7/4. CITs must sign up for the full 8 weeks. There is no part time option.
This program is free.

Camp Day Schedule:
7:30am-9:00am - Pre Camp/Sign-In
9:00am-4:00pm - Structured Activities
4:00pm-5:30pm Post Camp/Sign-Out

Min: 13 years old. Must be 13 by 6/23/24
Max: 14 years old. 14-year-olds who turn 15 during the summer are still eligible for this program.

The ideal CIT candidate:
-Model positive behavior at all times
-Is open minded, eager and willing to learn from staff
-Positively engages with all other campers and staff
-Has experience working with or a desire to work with children
-Has held or aspires to hold leadership roles
-Desires to rise to challenges
-Enjoys being outside and being active
-Works well with others in both small and large groups
-Respects self and demonstrates respect for others
-Is active in their community
-Likes to swim and be around the pool
-Can apply sunscreen independently
-Can independently change in and out of clothes/swim attire
-Uses appropriate language
-Uses bathroom independently
-Comfortably engage in a full camp day without taking a nap

Additional Camper Support

We understand that some children may need additional support to meet the list above. While we do not provide one on one support staff to campers, we welcome campers who will be accompanied by a support person from an established agency or privately hired by the family. To explore this collaboration or for additional resources, please contact Assistant Director Steve at Steve.trepanier@rochesternh.gov.