Junior Counselor Application

Please note, this application is intended to be completed by the Junior Counselor Applicant.

Camp Courage Junior Counselor Application 2025The Junior Counselor program is for teens 16-18 years old who would like to further enhance their leadership skills by learning what it’s like to be a camp counselor. Please read the following information carefully: The Application deadline is June 19th, 2026. All parts of the application, including 1-2 references, must be received by this date. Applications received without at least one reference will not be considered. The Camp Directors will determine who will be accepted for the Junior Counselor Program. Placement in the program is based on qualifications and is at the discretion of the Camp Directors. Junior Counselors can receive community service hours. Our camp this year will be held from July 7th - 12th. Staff and JCs are required to attend an overnight training on July 6th as well. Camp Courage is housed at the Balarat Outdoor Education Center near Jamestown Colorado, about 50 miles northwest of Denver. Essential Responsibilities: Act as an appropriate role model at all times. Encourage and model respect for others, camp equipment, and facilities. Travel with and oversee campers on their daily activities. Manage cleanliness, safety, bedtime, and wake up time. Assist in making the camp atmosphere comfortable, fun, and safe for campers. Assist with cleaning up after meals. Help facilitate evening activities. Manage campers during daily afternoon staff meetings. To apply for the position of Junior Counselor, please answer the following questions and submit 1-2 references.

First Name *Junior Counselor Applicant

Last Name *Junior Counselor Applicant

Phone Number *Junior Counselor Applicant

Email Address *Junior Counselor Applicant

Date of Birth *

Junior Counselor Applicant

Age during camp *Junior Counselor Applicant

Gender *Junior Counselor Applicant

What is your T Shirt Size? *Junior Counselor Applicant

How did you hear about Camp Courage? *

Have you attended Camp Courage before? *

Have you ever been diagnosed with Cancer? *

Do you have a sibling that has ever been diagnosed with cancer? *

In 3-5 sentences or less, Why do you want to be a JC and what do you hope to gain from the program? *Junior Counselor Applicant

Camp Courage is a camp for kids dealing with the challenges of pediatric cancer. Please explain your personal connection or passion for this cause. *Junior Counselor Applicant

What do you think your responsibilities will be during camp? *Junior Counselor Applicant

What skills do you have that will help you be successful as a JC? *Junior Counselor Applicant

Give an example of a situation where you have taken a leadership role. Describe the situation and the outcome of your leadership. *Junior Counselor Applicant

Parent / Legal Guardian Name

Parent / Legal Guardian Email Address *(Parent / Legal Guardian)

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In order for your application to be considered complete, all Junior Counselor Applicants will be required to submit 1-2 references. Please have your references visit camp-courage.org/reference to complete the reference form. Your current application can still be submitted below after providing your signature.

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I hereby confirm that all information provided in this application is the truth to the best of my knowledge. (Junior Counselor Applicant)

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