Camp Good Grief Volunteer Information Packet

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Camp Good Grief volunteer. Camp will be held on September 28th, 2013. All volunteers chosen to participate must complete 1 of 2 trainings and agree to a criminal background check. To be considered, please complete and return the enclosed forms as soon as possible. Volunteer positions are available throughout the day from 7:30 am 5:00 pm. The two training dates are dependant on what type of camp volunteer you wish to be, they are as follows: Non-direct Volunteering with Children Friday, September 20th, 6-8pm Or Direct volunteering with Children (Small Group Leaders) Friday, September 27th, 6-8 pm All volunteers must attend one of the training sessions. If you are unable to attend, please contact Paul Ikonen (248) 440-1301. Non-direct volunteer orientation will be held at Hospice Advantage 30700 Telegraph Road #3450, Waterford, MI 48328. Volunteers will be chosen for group leaders, co-leaders, nurses, hospitality room, clean up crew and many more! Please be sure to include any areas of special interest you feel may contribute to Camp Good Grief. Thank you again for your interest and support in helping Camp Good Grief make a difference in the lives of grieving children. Sincerely,

Paul Ikonen | Volunteer Coordinator Hospice Advantage | 30700 Telegraph Road, Suite 3450, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 P 249.440.1301 | F 248.593.8240 | pikonen@hospiceadvantage.com

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Volunteer Guidelines for Camp Good Grief

Description: You are responsible for providing support and guidance to the children that attend Camp Good Grief. Applicants are chosen, using the following criteria: Must be 18 years or older Must complete and return application packet prior to the deadline established Must attend required training Must consent to background check The main role of the Camp Good Grief volunteer is to provide friendship and support. Please No smoking at camp. No drinking alcoholic beverages. Help monitor trash and taking care of the property. If there is a need for first aid, please see camp nurse. Never leave campers alone, know where children are at all times. Keep the physical and emotional safety of the children a priority. If there are any problems, please see Paul, Francine, or Deanee. Make sure that all campers and volunteers have their Camp Good Grief shirt and name tag on.

Camp Good Grief Application Form for Volunteers

Name: __________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________ State: ______________________________ Zip code: ____________________________ Contact Number: ______________________ Email Address: __________________________________________________________ What is your adult T-shirt size? Circle One: S M L XL XXL XXXL

Please list any experience you have had working with children: ____________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ __ How did you hear about Camp Good Grief? ____________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ __ There are three main categories for which you may volunteer please indicate your preference from the descriptions listed below: _____ 1. Working Directly in Groups with Children. I would like to work directly in the groups with the children (I understand that I will have to be available from 7:30am-4:00pm.) Also, I understand that I will have to attend specified group training on September 21st from 6-8 pm at the Camp Good Grief location.

It is at this meeting that you will become orientated to your groups, examine childrens profiles, tour the camp, etc. If you chose to sign up to work directly with children, you will be assigned to a group and you will not need to sign up for any of the other tasks listed on the following pages. * If you choose to work directly with groups with children, it would be helpful to know what age group and/or gender you prefer. Male_______ Female_______ Age______ _____ 2. I am available to volunteer all day but would prefer not to work directly in the groups with children. I understand that a volunteer coordinator will place me where I am needed. _____ 3. I would like to volunteer for one or more of the task specified below: I am available for morning registration/set-up only. This time slot is from 7:30 am 9:30am. Task include: greeting campers and their families, helping them to sign in and assisting them to their groups, passing out breakfast treats, etc. I am available to assist with lunch only. This time slot is from 11:00 am 1:00 pm. Task include: helping organize lunch products and making sure each camper receives lunch. I am available to work on the clean-up crew from 3:00pm until finished. This is an essential need, task include: trash pick-up, moving tables and chairs, gathering loose objects ect. I am available to work in the hospitality room for volunteers. I need several volunteers to staff this all day, so that volunteers and parents who decide to stay can come in and find some refreshment. Tasks include: organizing breakfast, snacks and lunch, providing drinks, sorting grief group material, and most importantly, smiling faces. Please indicate the times you would be available.

Statement of Confidentiality I understand that information regarding Camp Good Grief campers, their families, staff and any persons receiving support or services in any capacity is privileged information for use by and with authorized person(s) only. I will disclose such information only in the discharge of my assigned duties and responsibilities with Camp Good Grief or person(s) authorized to receive such information through the signed consent or patient, family member or affected party. I will not disclose any information with anyone unauthorized to receive this information. I will handle any and all paperwork and forms with proper procedure of control so that no information is accidentally observed or released to any unauthorized person(s). I understand that the casual sharing of camper/camper families/staff information in public places or settings is inappropriate. I have read and understand the preceding statement on confidentiality and agree to abide by it.

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