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HYE CAMP STAFF MEMBER POLICIES

The camp staff members are the primary instruments through which the objectives, goals, and philosophy of HYE CAMP are transmitted to the camper. The staff is expected to be aware of the following staff member policies:

1.Camper Welfare: The first responsibility of each and every staff member is the health and welfare of the campers.  Each staff member is expected to take every care to protect the privacy and person of each camper. Physical punishment or any sexual contact between staff and campers is inappropriate and will be grounds for dismissal.

2.Facilities: All staff members are responsible for the care of Camp Hickory’s buildings and equipment.

3.Alcohol/Tobacco/Controlled Substances: Alcohol and controlled substances are not allowed on the camp property.  Breaking this policy is grounds for immediate dismissal.  Smoking and chewing tobacco is discouraged, but is permitted in designated areas.  No smoking is permitted in any buildings. All staff members are asked to refrain from smoking in any areas of camp frequented by campers. Underage use of tobacco products is prohibited.

4.Appropriate Dress:  All staff members are expected to dress appropriately at all times.  Female swimmers must wear a one-piece swimsuit.  Any form of clothing that is considered disruptive or inappropriate will not be tolerated.  Jeans, sweat pants and shorts with words across the buttocks are not allowed.  Clothing or emblems that promote or advertise the use of drugs, tobacco, satanic rituals, cults, alcoholic beverages, sex, or violence may not be worn at Hye Camp.

5.Community Relations: All staff members are asked to be sensitive to the people in the communities near the camp.  Each staff member represents the camp in his or her dealings with members of the local communities, as well as behavior off the campgrounds.

6.Health Services: A doctor and/or registered nurse are on duty at camp at all times and staff members have access to his/her services as needed.  The cost of prescriptions, doctor, or hospital visits must be covered under one’s personal insurance unless the injury/illness is camp related.  All injuries or illnesses must be reported immediately to the medical staff or Camp Director.

7.Grievances: Should there be a disagreement over the interpretation of camp policies or a grievance related to one’s duties or relationships with fellow staff members, it should be reported to one’s supervisor promptly.  Should the supervisor be the source of the grievance, the staff member may report the grievance to the supervisor of the supervisor or to the camp director.

8.Evaluation: In an effort to help the staff member perform his or her duties at an optimum level, each staff member is evaluated.  The staff member’s supervisor will indicate the frequency of the supervisory conferences, and at the conclusion of each conference, share a written evaluation with the staff member. The staff member and supervisor will both sign the agreed upon evaluation and it will be filed in the staff member’s personnel file.  One does not have to wait for a scheduled supervisory conference to seek advice or counsel from one’s supervisor.  The primary responsibility of a supervisor is to be available to deal with the day-to-day problems of his or her supervisees.

9.Camp Hickory Rules and Regulations:  In an effort to provide the best security possible to both our campers and staff members, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by Camp Hickory to observe quiet hours between the hours of Midnight and 6:00 a.m. and not be out of my cabin during these hours without the consent of the Hye Camp Director.

10.  Cell Phones:  Personal staff members’ cell phones may only be used in case of an emergency or with the permission of the Hye Camp Director.

Before you sign this personnel policy, be certain you have a complete understanding of what it will demand of you. Proper expectations and communications are a must for a successful and enjoyable experience. Please contact your supervisor with any questions.

Updated 3/2004