WHO WE SERVE: A 5-YEAR PROGRESSION
26 days Learn & practice leadership fundamentals; experience C5 culture & values; build confidence in a positive, supportive environment.
26 days Greater challenges, greater responsibility; opportunities to lead; apply skills to major projects like 24-hour Production & a 5day trek.
16 days Real challenges & consequences; 6 days backpacking & adventuring with NOLS; focus on mission/ vision for the future. A true leadership test.
7 days Explore what campuses offer beyond classes. Visit campus organizations, etc. Learn about applications, acceptance & financial aid.
7 days Work with leaders to understand community decision-making processes. Apply knowledge to solving community challenges.
HIGH POTENTIAL Involved in organizations and extracurricular activities Able to work & live with others Recognized for achievements “B” average or higher
DIVERSITY Our students reflect the diversity of the broader community of metroAtlanta
POTENTIAL 1ST GEN SCHOLARS
ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED
NEEDS SUPPORT Lives in a risk-filled environment Potential 1st generation college student Student is part of the free or reduced meal program at school
CHALLENGE READY Can adjust to being away from home Can meet physical requirements Highly motivated Able to prioritize between C5 and other activities
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT Our mission is to inspire high-potential youth from risk filled environments to pursue personal success, to prepare them for leadership roles in college, work, and community and to motivate them to become role models for others. We prepare youth with the skills they need to succeed by engaging them in challenging, fun, and intentional experiences. Our curriculum focuses on leadership development through intensive outdoor experiences, community service and social advocacy training, and college access programming. As a staff member at C5 Georgia, you’ll play an essential role in promoting leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and independence. You will develop your own leadership skills and grow personally through quality training, challenging activities, and insightful coaching. Expect to develop team building and facilitation skills!
Most importantly, as a part of C5 Georgia staff member, you’ll know you made a difference in the lives of young people!
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C5 Georgia’s summer home is just 2 hours north of Atlanta, GA and 45 minutes away from Chattanooga, TN. Located in scenic Cloudland, GA, the 900-acre camp offers experiences a world away from life in the city. All positions are residential; benefits include competitive salaries, meals, room + board, and two weeks of paid staff training.
TO APPLY Fill out an application: http://bit.ly/c5hires If you have any questions, please contact us:
[email protected] Please visit our website for more information about our program and students! www.c5georgia.org Employment Dates mid May—late July
POSITIONS | AGE REQUIREMENT | SUMMER SALARY Group Leader | 18+ | $2000+ Works intensively with 6-8 youth; provides supervision; focuses on group management and development of skills; relationshipfocused; encourages participation; coaches and provides feedback; facilitates daily discussions. Waterfront Specialist | 21+ | $2100+ (Lifeguard Cert required) Manages skill-building progressions; connects activities to outcomes; monitors safety; abides by established procedures; assists with 24-hour operations. Outdoor Adventure Specialist | 21+ | $2100+ (WFA preferred) Requires proficient outdoor skills; engages youth in planning and leading trips up to 5 days (mountain biking, hiking, outdoor cooking, LNT, orienteering); connects experiences to C5 objectives; assists with 24-hour operations.
Program Instructor | 21+ | $2000+ Leads students literally and figuratively through the wilderness; connects outdoor experiences to those on a college campus and in the community; assists youth in advocacy exploration; facilitate discussions and provide supervision. Nurse | 21+ | DOE (LPN minimum requirement) Monitors health and wellness; distributes medication; manages emergency and non-emergency health issues; on-site and accessible 24-hours per day ; establishes systems, orients staff; conducts health screenings; controls inventory; assists with 24hour operations. C5 Georgia is also seeking applicants for: Assistant Cook | 21+ | $2250+ Kitchen Assistant | 16+ | $1500 Maintenance/Housekeeping | 19+ | $1500
