Counselor in Training Program (CITs)
Dates & Rates
July 13th through August 15th (5 weeks)
Tier A: $1650
Scholarship Tier B: $1500
Scholarship Tier C: $1350
Interested in additional financial support to help your young leader attend our upcoming CIT program? Find more information on our Circle of Girls+ Scholarship here
Our CIT Program is designed not only to guide participants in their transition to becoming Camp Counselors but also to empower them to grow into young leaders within their communities.
We are beyond excited to share that we've been selected as a recipient of the Leadership Pathways Grant Phase 2. This funding is made possible by the American Camp Association, and will help us grow our Counselor in Training (CIT) program. We are so excited to have this opportunity to support even more young leaders, and help diversify leadership at Camp Hochelaga.
Application Process:
CITs must fill out this application as well as complete an introductory phone/Zoom/video call with our Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director to apply. Once their application has been considered, then you may continue to registration here. All CITs are eligible for our Circle of Girls+ Scholarship fund.
Leaders in Training (LITs) will complete our full staff application here.*
*What is the difference between Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counselors in Training (CIT)?
LITs will be applying and working as full counselors, while CITs will still be regarded as campers learning to be counselors. Wondering what’s the best fit for your young leader? If your camper is a rising 12th grader in the fall of 2025 please reach out to see which may be the best fit for you.
Applications for LITs and General Staff will open in early January.
Age Policy
For the 2025 summer season, we will be accepting 15 year olds who have completed 10th grade. Please note that we will be shifting our acceptance age fully in 2026. For 2026 CIT applicants must be at least 16 years old at the beginning of the summer and/or completed the 11th grade.
All CITs will be dropped off Sunday July 13th, 2025 between 2pm and 3pm.
Pick up will be Friday August 15th, 2025 between 3pm and 5pm.
If in need of alternative pick-up schedule, please be in touch with our team! Although your camper will be a leader at camp, they will have minimal access to technology during their stay.
Expectations of a CIT:
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Openness to Growth
Being a young adult capable and ready for change and empowerment through a leadership program
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Exploring Community Impact
Readiness to explore the strengths they can bring to the communities they choose to be part of
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Creating Shared Joy
Desire to have a positive impact on the communities they participate in
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Inclusivity
Passion to better understand how to create welcoming, diverse, and inclusive communities for all
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Becoming a Leader
Readiness to become a role model to younger members of our community
Cancellation Policy
Please notify the camp office immediately if you need to cancel your child’s enrollment. Cancellation must be in writing or by telephone at least two weeks in advance of the camper’s arrival at camp. Cancellation notices received less than 2 weeks from the start of the session registered are not eligible for refund. The deposit fee is non-refundable.
We reserve the right to withdraw, with no refund, any camper whose influence or actions are deemed harmful or who will not live within the rules and policies of the camp. Homesickness is not a condition for refund.
PAYMENT OR ACCOUNT QUESTIONS?
Please contact the YWCA’s Office Manager at (802) 372-4510 or contactus@ywcavt.org. Please note that you can check your balance, make credit card payments, and print an account statement that lists camp’s Federal Tax ID Number from your online account.