Frequently Asked Questions - VOLUNTEERS
When can I sign up to volunteer?
Volunteers registration opens up on March 1, 2019.
What is the policy for signing up to volunteer as a High School Volunteer?
High School Volunteers sign up directly on the ACTIVE registration system by clicking on the volunteer button. Volunteers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We ask that our High School Volunteers sign up for only one camp week initially, and add additional camp weeks after April 15, 2019, if there is availability.
Will my camper(s) receive a tuition discount if I volunteer?
Yes! If you are an adult activity volunteer, please use code VOL19 at checkout when registering your camper(s) for a 25% tuition discount.
What if I signed up as an adult volunteer and claimed the tuition discount for my camper(s), but find that I am no longer able to volunteer?
We understand that plans may change. If you are unable to volunteer, please email CampDirector@MLFCamp.org to inform us of your unavailability. We will remove you from our list of volunteers and reverse the 25% tuition discount. The resulting ACTIVE account balance must be paid in full before your child(ren)'s camp week commences.
Must I be available for all camp weeks?
No. Volunteers will sign up for each individual camp week in which they are interested. When signing up for a camp week, volunteers must be available for the entire week.
Must I be available for training?
Yes. Volunteers must attend a short training session from 2-4PM on the Sunday prior to their scheduled volunteer week(s), at the church for which they are volunteering.
Will High School volunteers receive service hours?
Yes! Our high school volunteers earn 20 service hours per camp week. A service certificate will be emailed to each high school volunteer at the end of the camp week.
Will there be a nursery / daycare program for my children who are too young to attend camp?
We do our best to accommodate the needs of our adult volunteers with children who require babysitting. This program is for children who are potty-trained, between the ages of 3-5 years old, and are comfortable being away from their parent. Our nursery is staffed by adult volunteers. Occasionally, we are not able to offer the program because our volunteer numbers do not meet the requirements set by Ethics in Ministry guidelines. In this case, we will notify volunteers for sessions in question immediately. Thank you for your understanding.
Is Ethics in Ministry (EIM) certification required?
EIM certification is required for all adult volunteers (18+). There will be EIM Training Sessions at St. Thomas More - times TBD. To access the EIM main information page, click here. To start the application, or to check on your status if you have already attended EIM Training, click here. You may apply for a staff position without your EIM certification, but must complete this requirement prior to the start of camp.
Is there a dress code or uniform?
Volunteers will be provided with a camp t-shirt, which should be worn daily. We suggest closed-toe shoes, and clothing appropriate for both our hot Texas summers and the position.
What will my time commitment be?
Our camp schedule is Monday-Friday from 9AM-12:30PM. You should plan to volunteer from 8:45AM until 12:45PM.
Can I volunteer for the group in which my child is placed?
No. We find that our campers have the best experience all-around when their parent is not assigned to their camp group. You will have the opportunity to see your camper(s) throughout the camp day, as several camp-wide activities are planned.
What age group of campers will I work with?
Our camp is offered for kids going into the 1st-8th grades. Campers will be divided into groups of 10-12 according to grade level.
May I use my cell phone at camp during camp hours?
You may have your cell phone at camp, but it may only be used for camp-approved purposes, to facilitate communication with camp staff, or for emergencies.
Volunteers registration opens up on March 1, 2019.
What is the policy for signing up to volunteer as a High School Volunteer?
High School Volunteers sign up directly on the ACTIVE registration system by clicking on the volunteer button. Volunteers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We ask that our High School Volunteers sign up for only one camp week initially, and add additional camp weeks after April 15, 2019, if there is availability.
Will my camper(s) receive a tuition discount if I volunteer?
Yes! If you are an adult activity volunteer, please use code VOL19 at checkout when registering your camper(s) for a 25% tuition discount.
What if I signed up as an adult volunteer and claimed the tuition discount for my camper(s), but find that I am no longer able to volunteer?
We understand that plans may change. If you are unable to volunteer, please email CampDirector@MLFCamp.org to inform us of your unavailability. We will remove you from our list of volunteers and reverse the 25% tuition discount. The resulting ACTIVE account balance must be paid in full before your child(ren)'s camp week commences.
Must I be available for all camp weeks?
No. Volunteers will sign up for each individual camp week in which they are interested. When signing up for a camp week, volunteers must be available for the entire week.
Must I be available for training?
Yes. Volunteers must attend a short training session from 2-4PM on the Sunday prior to their scheduled volunteer week(s), at the church for which they are volunteering.
Will High School volunteers receive service hours?
Yes! Our high school volunteers earn 20 service hours per camp week. A service certificate will be emailed to each high school volunteer at the end of the camp week.
Will there be a nursery / daycare program for my children who are too young to attend camp?
We do our best to accommodate the needs of our adult volunteers with children who require babysitting. This program is for children who are potty-trained, between the ages of 3-5 years old, and are comfortable being away from their parent. Our nursery is staffed by adult volunteers. Occasionally, we are not able to offer the program because our volunteer numbers do not meet the requirements set by Ethics in Ministry guidelines. In this case, we will notify volunteers for sessions in question immediately. Thank you for your understanding.
Is Ethics in Ministry (EIM) certification required?
EIM certification is required for all adult volunteers (18+). There will be EIM Training Sessions at St. Thomas More - times TBD. To access the EIM main information page, click here. To start the application, or to check on your status if you have already attended EIM Training, click here. You may apply for a staff position without your EIM certification, but must complete this requirement prior to the start of camp.
Is there a dress code or uniform?
Volunteers will be provided with a camp t-shirt, which should be worn daily. We suggest closed-toe shoes, and clothing appropriate for both our hot Texas summers and the position.
What will my time commitment be?
Our camp schedule is Monday-Friday from 9AM-12:30PM. You should plan to volunteer from 8:45AM until 12:45PM.
Can I volunteer for the group in which my child is placed?
No. We find that our campers have the best experience all-around when their parent is not assigned to their camp group. You will have the opportunity to see your camper(s) throughout the camp day, as several camp-wide activities are planned.
What age group of campers will I work with?
Our camp is offered for kids going into the 1st-8th grades. Campers will be divided into groups of 10-12 according to grade level.
May I use my cell phone at camp during camp hours?
You may have your cell phone at camp, but it may only be used for camp-approved purposes, to facilitate communication with camp staff, or for emergencies.