Staff Reference Form

This applicant has applied for a position on our summer staff at Camp Cobbossee and has listed you as a reference. We would appreciate your assistance in evaluating his/her candidacy. Camp work is challenging and counselors must be able to relate effectively to children, adult supervisors and college-age peers. A staff member must be a great role model for our boys and be able to live within community standards, such as a nightly curfew. We are looking for mature young adults who love children, are spirited and fun and approach their responsibilities seriously.

Founded in 1902, Camp Cobbossee is the “home away from home” for 150 boys during each of our two sessions. Camp Cobbossee is located in Monmouth, Maine, 15 miles west of the capital, Augusta, and approximately one hour north of Portland. Our camp is set on almost a mile of shoreline on magnificent Lake Cobbosseecontee, which is eleven miles long and six miles across. The countryside surrounding Camp Cobbossee is made up of evergreen forests and many beautiful lakes, mountains, and national parks…providing the true Maine experience!

Male counselors live with a group of children between the ages of 7-15 and teach at a specific activity area. Parents entrust their children’s care to our staff and we are entrusting you with helping us determine whether this applicant is well suited for that role. Receiving this form as soon as possible helps us process the candidate’s application in a timely fashion.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or additional comments. Thank you in advance for your insight and assistance.

Regards,
Camp Cobbossee
staff@cobbossee.com
800-473-6104/561-729-0461

Counselor/Candidate's Name*:

Reference Name*:

Title:

Your Email*:

Phone Number*:

Best time to be reached:

Please indicate the time to call in Eastern Time(EST).

Did you directly supervise applicant:*
 Yes No

How long and in what context have you known the applicant:*

If the applicant is a former employee, would you rehire:
 Yes No

If you would not rehire, why?,br />

What were the responsibilities this person had in this role:*

Based on your experience with the applicant, please rate the applicant in the following areas:

Maturity in social and intellectual areas:*

Supports policies:*

Acceptance of constructive feedback:*

Cooperation with supervisors:*

Concern for the individual child:*

Success in teaching/coaching (known or projected):*

Group management:*

Enthusiastic & vivacious in working with children:*

Attitude toward work:*

Consistency:*

Please identify and explain 3-5 traits the applicant has that will make them a role model for boys ages 7-15:*

What would you consider to be the greatest strength of this person:*

What area(s) would you have like to see some growth or improvement over time?:*

If you had a 10 year old son, would you feel comfortable placing him in the care of the applicant?:*
 Very Comfortable Comfortable Uncomfortable

To the best of your knowledge, does the applicant have any history of actual or alleged child abuse or sexual abuse, or ever been involved or convicted regarding a felony or misdemeanor?:*
 Yes No

Additional information regarding any known convictions:

Considering the applicant will be working with children, please add any additional comments of support or caution:

Additional Notes:

STATEMENT OF AGREEMENT
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