Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training
A leadership program for teens to develop counseling skills and assist with summer day camp activities.
▌ Editor's read The Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training program is offered by the City of Berkeley Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department. The program is designed for teens aged 13-17, providing them with leadership skills, job readiness, and hands-on experience working with children. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and fingerprinting, indicating a commitment to safety. The camp operates as a day camp, with various locations and themes available for younger campers, and the CIT program integrates into these existing structures. While not ACA accredited, the camp is a municipal program, which often operates under different oversight standards. Google reviews for 'Berkeley Parks, Recreation and Waterfront' show a 4.1-star rating from 104 reviews, with some positive comments about camp experiences. Social media handles include @playberkeley on Instagram and BerkeleyParksandRec on Facebook, showcasing various community activities.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 13–15
Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 13–15
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Address: Various locations in Berkeley, CA
- Phone: 510-981-5150
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training
- What ages does Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training accept?
- Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training is open to children ages 13–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training cost?
- Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training's hours?
- Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training runs 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training?
- Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training provide lunch?
- Berkeley Day Camp Counselor-in-Training does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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