MCYM
Italy Beach Break 2010
Work Staff Application
IS THIS FOR ME?
The list of “ideal qualities” is endless! No matter how many areas you feel confident in, there will always be others that need work. Because of the increasing complications of youth ministry in general and the challenge of working with teens, we would like for you to consider a few questions.
- Do I Love Teens?
I have a burden to reach every youth with the Gospel.
It’s hard to show God’s love to a young person when you’re not especially fond of God yourself. You need to enjoy being with kids. They’re the reason for being a volunteer with Club Beyond. It should be the rare occasion that a young person is an intrusion on your time. Give them your undivided attention. Spend time with them, discussing the things that are important to them. Pray for them by name. Realize that God loves them as much as He loves you. Look at them through His eyes.
2. Am I Willing to be Stretched Spiritually?
An Actively Growing and Maturing Christian
A Person of High Moral Standards
The most important quality young people can observe in adults is spiritual growth. We should never give the impression that we have “arrived” and that we are a superior Christian. It is important that young people realize that just because they make mistakes is no reason to give up or quit. So let us press on and encourage teens toward the high calling of Christ.
3. Am I Honest With My Feelings and Actions?
Accountable to God, Club Beyond Staff, Volunteers and Kids
Be transparent with your real feelings so the kids will feel free to express theirs. Always strive to keep a Christ-like attitude when facing situations. Young people see a fake ANY TIME & ANY PLACE! Be yourself. Be real! “The Word became flesh and dwelt among them.”
4. Do I Have A Good Attitude?
A Teachable Spirit
“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Prov 4:23
ATTITUDE determines your ALTITUDE! Attitudes are far more potent than ACTIONS! It is entirely possible to do the RIGHT thing in the WRONG way! Young people are quick to reflect the attitude of their leaders!
I have read the above qualifications and agree to uphold them to the best of my ability.
Signature______
Military Community Youth Ministries
Work Staff Expectations
Italy Beach Break 2010
Philosophy of a Work Staff Person:
A Work Staff person is a living representative of Jesus Christ. He/she has the opportunity to be a window through which the campers see Christ, particularly through their work and attitude towards their work. He/she has the privilege and responsibility of being Christianity in action. He/she is an example of a servant. Cost of work staff is $300 (given to MCYM by check or money order). You will also need to bring approximately $300 for lunches. You are responsible for your airfare to Italy.
General Responsibilities:
- Being on Work Staff is a privilege.
- We expect you to work hard, we need for you to help make this the best week of these kid’s lives!!
- Please do not worry about what you will be doing next but rather enjoy what you are doing presently. Sometimes you will be very busy and other times things will be slow. Your leader will give you directions as they come. Remember that you are not finished until you get the ok from your leader.
- Everything you do is significant; nothing is insignificant if done for the glory of God.
- Do all you can to build “esprit de corps” (group spirit) in your work assignments. Campers will see your love for each other and be drawn to that.
Spiritual Responsibilities:
- You have been chosen to be on work staff because of your faith in Jesus Christ. It should be your desire to have Christ in that place of prominence in your daily life. Campers will notice more about your faith through your actions than through anything you say. You are a living example of what God has done in the life of a high school student.
- Remember to leave time each day to pray and read the scriptures. This will help your strength to last through your weeks on work staff.
Work Staff Guidelines:
- You are asked to respect and follow the directions of your boss.
- You are expected to be “different” in your actions and language than the HS and MS students. Remember that you are an example of Christ to them and therefore you will be different.
- With this in mind we ask you to follow the following MCYM guidelines:
- You are asked to not have any public display of affection between members of the opposite sex. Remember that you are here to serve, not get a date!
- You are asked to refrain from smoking, drinking alcohol and using illegal drugs while you are on Work Staff.
- You are asked to wear modest bathing suits. This means one piece suits for women and swim shorts for men. No bikinis or Speedos!
I have read the above Italy Beach Break material and I am committed to following it as a MCYM Work Staff individual.
Signature______Date___/___/___
MCYM CLUB BEYOND
Italy Beach Break 2010
Work Staff Application
Directions: Please type or print clearly on these forms, using a readable pen. Mail your application to our overseas office by May 1st, 2010. Working with the military, all applicants must have a background check done by the military overseas. We request you to adhere to the above date.
Name: ______Birthdate: ___/___/___
Place of Birth: ______
Social Security Number: ______
Address: ______
City: ______State: ___ Zip:______Phone: ______
E-mail address: ______
School I attend: ______
Year in School: ______
Presently employed with: ______
Full time: ____ Part time: ____ Position: ______
Are you currently involved in Young Life or a church? _____ Yes _____No
Name of Young Life area:______or church where you are involved: ______
Do you play an instrument?____ No ____ Yes, I play the ______
Passport number: ______
Expiration Date: ______
(please e-mail a scanned copy of your passport by 01 May, 2010 to )
What do you hope to give and receive from this experience? ______
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Have you been on a Young Life work crew or summer staff before? ____ Yes ____No
If Yes, which job did you perform?______
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Please include a brief autobiography of your Christian experience.
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What do you feel your three strongest qualities are?
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2.______
3.______
How, or in what areas, can we encourage and strengthen you in your spiritual growth?
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List three qualities in your life you would like to see improved.
1.______
2.______
3.______
List four things to which you are most deeply committed?
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2.______
3.______
4.______
Please list three references, who can be contacted, with name, address and phone number for each.
1.Name: ______Address: ______Phone Number: ______Relationship: ______
2.Name: ______Address: ______Phone Number: ______Relationship: ______
3.Name: ______Address: ______Phone Number: ______Relationship: ______
MCYM / CLUB BEYOND
WORK STAFF BACKGROUND QUESTIONNAIRE
FOR WORK STAFF 2010
MCYM has always been about loving US military kids for Christ’s sake. But in today’s society our responsibility also includes protecting kids in some new ways. Major organizations that work with kids are all moving toward more stringent screening of staff and volunteers and we feel we must do the same. Thank you for your cooperation in filling out the following questionnaire.
CIRCLE
YesNo1. Have you ever been convicted of a crime of violence? *If you have been convicted of such an offense, please attach a statement or explanation, including nature of offense, date, court where conviction was entered and any other relevant information.
Yes No2. Have you ever been convicted of a sexual offense or offense relating to children? *If so, please attach a statement or explanation, including nature of offense, date, court where conviction was entered and any other relevant information.
Yes No3. Have you ever been the subject of an investigation or allegation of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment or other immoral behavior or conduct involving adults or children? *If so, please describe the circumstances and provide the name and address of the employer, educational institution, church or other organization where the investigation, review or complaint occurred.
*If you marked “Yes” to any questions above, we ask that you provide a complete explanation of the circumstances. If you feel there are any extenuating circumstances, such as your age at the time, please let us know. MCYM will evaluate your written explanation and may ask you to provide additional information. In addition, MCYM may determine that it needs to conduct an investigation and may require your assistance with this. While marking “Yes” to any of the questions above will not result in automatic disqualification from MCYM, MCYM may determine that an affirmative response would make an individual unfit for service or association with MCYM ministry. In all cases, MCYM reserves the right to determine, at its discretion, what action should be taken. If any of your responses or information provided on this form are untruthful or inaccurate, MCYM may determine that you are no longer qualified to be associated with the ministry in any capacity.
I understand that MCYM takes the issues of sexual misconduct and sexual harassment very seriously, and I believe with MCYM that it is critical to the mission and ministry that MCYM staff and volunteers conform to the highest standards of sexual morality and conduct. I realize that failure to comply with the conduct outlined in MCYM Sexual Misconduct Policy and Sexual Harassment Policy could result in disciplinary action and/or immediate discharge from this summer assignment at this MCYM property.
I authorize MCYM, in its discretion, to conduct a background check, which may include contacting previous employers, educational institutions, churches and other organizations with which I may have been involved, as well as check records of criminal arrests and civil judgments involving sexual assault, child abuse and molestation, sexual harassment, incidents of violence and other unlawful conduct.
Signature ______
Printed Name:______
Date: ______Phone number: ______
MCYM - CLUB BEYOND
Statement of Faith
MCYM does not promote specific denominations, but rather communicates the basic tenants of faith in Christ. Our statement of faith, as found in our bylaws is as follows:
- There is one God who exists in three persons: The Father, The Son, and The Holy Ghost.
- Christ is God’s Son and came to earth as God’s redemption for man.
- Man is sinful by nature.
- Christ died for our sins and conquered death through the resurrection.
- The Bible is God’s written word and a faithful account of these great Christian truths.
- All persons can become followers of Christ leading to a full, rewarding life.
MCYM’s mission statement as taken from the bylaws, reads as follows:
The mission and purpose of MCYM is to bring the good news and new life of Jesus Christ to the Junior and Senior High School aged dependents of Americans serving in, or in connection with, the Armed Forces of the United States of America. Spiritual, moral, and recreational programs are carried out in harmony with the teaching of the Bible and under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the community of faith.
MCYM is principally an outreach ministry usually in the area outside of the continental United States. The term “outreach” ministry refers to the focus of ministry to young people not currently involved in a chapel youth program. MCYM intends to “win a hearing” with these teens, share the love of Christ with them through staff role modeling, and disciple them into the church or chapel of their family faith background.
I have read the above Statement of Faith and according to my faith background, I understand and believe them to be true in my life.
Signature______Date: ___/___/___
Beach Break 2010: Adult Volunteer & Work Staff Medical Power of Attorney
In the case of an emergency situation which alters your ability to accept medical attention, we ask that you sign the Power of Attorney below. This will give MCYM the legal ability to authorize medical attention on your behalf in the case of an emergency. The emergency contact you give below will also be contacted immediately.
MEDICAL POWER OF ATTORNEY
(USAREUR SUPPL. 1 TO AR 608-50)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENT THAT ON THIS DATE:______I, ______SSN ______, now serving as a member of or accompanying the United States Armed Forces in Europe, do make, constitute, and appoint any CLUB BEYOND staff or appointed adult leader my true and lawful attorney-in-fact to act for me in my name, place and stead for the following purposes:
TO AUTHORIZE ANY AND ALL MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND HOSPITAL CARE AND TREATMENT, EITHER PREVENTIVE OR CORRECTIVE, INCLUDING MAJOR SURGERY, DEEMED NECESSARY BY A DULY LICENSED PHYSICIAN OR DENTIST FOR THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF MYSELF: ______AGE ______GIVING AND GRANTING unto my said attorney full power and authority to do and perform every act, deed, matter, and thing necessary, desirable or expedient to accomplish the foregoing specified purposes, and ratifying and confirming all acts necessary, desirable or expedient to accomplish any of the specifically enumerated purposes, lawfully done pursuant to the authority hereinabove conferred. However, all business transacted hereunder on my account shall be transacted in my name, and all endorsements and instruments executed by my said attorney for the purpose of carrying out the above powers shall contain my name, followed by that of my said attorney and the designation “attorney-in-fact”.
Any act lawfully done hereunder by my said attorney shall be binding on myself and my heirs, representatives, and assigns. Unless sooner revoked or terminated by me, this Medical Power of Attorney shall become NULL or VOID after JULY 30, 2010. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunder set my hand and seal this ____ day of ______.
Signature of Participant:(I have read and understand the participant guidelines) ______
In the event of an emergency, please contact:
Name: Relationship: Home/Work Phone #s:
Please note any special medical information (include prescribed drugs, allergies or other medical needs):
- Providing any of the above information is voluntary.
- I hereby grant permission to MCYM/Club Beyond to photograph the participant during the project and to use these photographs in MCYM/Club Beyond audio-visual and printed material without compensation or approval rights.
- I agree to follow the guidelines of MCYM/Club Beyond in regards to not bringing or partaking of drugs, alcohol or tobacco on this project.
- I agree to follow all payment requirements and schedules for this event.
Signature of Participant:______Date:
Military Community Youth Ministries/Club Beyond
CMR 419 BOX 1636, APO AE 09102
0049-6221-796893 fax 0049-6221-754109
MCYM
Italy Beach Break 2010
Work Staff Check List
Assignment Dates: 15 June 2010 - 6 July 2010
Arrive: June 15th before 1800 (depart the US on the 14th)
Depart: July 6th after 1300(arrive in the US on July 6th)
Your Cost:
- $300 Work Staff Camp Cost – Covers basic living/transportation costs on base
- Airfare costs to Pisa, Italy.MCYM will coordinate transportation to and from Pisa airport/train station on the specified dates above. If you plan on arriving early or departing late please coordinate your travel arrangements separately. You may also fly into Rome and train to Pisa, please account for the 4 hour train ride to Pisa and arrive before 1800 on June 15th and not leaving earlier then 1300 on July 6th.
- Money to pay for daily lunches. $300 minimum to cover lunch expenses.
- Spending money for incidentals and or travel after assignment.
Forms: □ Is This For Me? read and sign
□ Work Staff Expectations read and sign
□ Work Staff Application fill out and sign
□ Work Staff Background Questionnairefillout and sign
□ MCYM Statement of Faith read and sign
□ Medical Power of Attorney fill out and sign
□ Work Staff Recommendation filled out by MCYM (YL or YFC) staff member or ministry leader