Counselor In Training Program:

Grades 8-12

The Boys and Girls Club Summer Programs provide a unique opportunity for area youth entering grades 8 - 12  to build leadership skills, particularly in assisting head counselors with younger participants. 
NEW: ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL NEED TO COMPLETE 12 HOURS OF IN PERSON TRAINING PRIOR TO ATTENDING!  
Ages: Entering Grades 8 - 12
Calendar: Summer weekdays,
8 AM - 4 PM

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Pre-registration is required. These programs fill up quickly, so we recommend beginning the process early.

Build Caring Leadership for Life

CIT Program Choices

The Club has several different options for CIT candidates. 

Our CIT Full Day Program is a structured and goal orientated program led by our CIT director. This program is specifically designed for kids that are looking to gain skills that will benefit them for future job opportunities. 

We also offer half day CIT programs that will be managed by the directors at the Playground Program and with our Pre-school programs at Mt. Calvary and The Community School. 


If you are unsure what program that you want to apply for or want more information on the options, please reach out to a club staff member for guidance at 978-461-2871. In some circumstances we may suggest which program will be the best fit for the applicant based on our observations and history with the candidates. 


Full-Day CIT Program

Our CIT director will teach the participants important information mixed in with fun events and opportunities to create a positive experience.


In this program the CITs will be placed in groups by the director according to their strengths. The director will work with the CITs in organizing special events, will delegate CIT tasks, will teach the CITs important aspects of team building, work ethic, policies and procedures, safety, and leadership all while gaining important experience through increasing responsibility over the summer. 


Each CIT will be evaluated by the staff and will come to know their strengths as well as areas that they can improve upon to better prepare them to become responsible caring workers in any endeavor. 


More details about the Full-Day CIT Program below.

Application Calendar

Completed applications including questionnaire and parental consent form must be completed in full and received by May 1, 2025.  You must be a member of the club to apply for any of these programs.

Download the CIT Application
Completed application packages can be dropped off at the Club, or mailed to 212 Great Rd. Maynard MA, 01754. 

All applications will be reviewed by staff by June 1st. All promising applicants being called in for a preliminary interview in mid to late June.

CIT Mandatory Training Dates 
TBD

Mandatory Parent Meeting
TBD

Due to the small number of spaces available and the highly competitive nature of this program, all potential applicants must complete the application and parental consent form in order to determine suitability for the program. Applications will be reviewed and an interview scheduled to determine if the applicant possesses the necessary skills to be a Junior CIT.


Download the CIT application form

Download the Junior CIT parental consent form 


Must be a member of the Boys & Girls Club.


Scholarships

If you're interested in a scholarship, please download this application and send it to Nikki, by email: tyler@bgcav.org 


Please call with any questions (978)461-2871.


All scholarship requests must be in by 

May 1, 2025. 

Full Day CIT Program Details


CITs Will:

  • Be placed in participant groups and special activities basis based on their strengths and where the CIT Director/Full Day Directors deem most beneficial throughout the week
  • Learn earn the aspects of what it takes to be a good counselor though CIT director lead group discussions, activities and by observing staff. CITs will also have the opportunity to lead some group events and special events throughout the summer.
  • Assist in organizing special events (I.E. decorating areas for special programs, assisting/setting up with arts and crafts, refereeing & judging end of day challenges, and participating in morning and end of day assemblies) 
  • Must attend the Pre-Full Day CIT training
  • Be evaluated at the end of their summer with CIT/Camp Director
  • Assist in field trips, swim & boating activities.
  • Learn important policies and procedures of the Summer Program, conflict resolution, disciplinary procedures, safety and supervision, professionalism, work ethic and expectations.
  • Have daily CIT-only activity time where they may play a game, do a team building activity among other activities. 

While at Full Day Summer Program CIT’s will: 

 

  • Participate and assist participants in all activity areas
  • Report any behavior problems to the senior counselor in the group
  • Act as a role model to all participants by adhering to all safety and program rules and following directions set forth by counselors and directors
  • Make their best effort to learn new skills or improve upon old skills while in their activity area
  • Cooperate with all program personnel to ensure safety for all participants
  • Complete tasks and assignments given to them by the CIT Director, whether individually or in a team setting.
  • Help participants share in the responsibility of caring for the grounds and equipment by setting a good example.
  • Be prompt, neat, and willing to do more than the minimum requirements
  • Help participants keep their belongings in order and out of the lost and found
  • Be alert and report to the directors any elements of danger such as broken equipment etc..
  • Be receptive to feedback from the counselors and the directors
  • Learn the Boys and Girls Club Youth Development Strategy and how to implement this strategy when engaging participants
  • Be a positive influence on the program
  • Learn new activities and share activities with participants 

 


CIT Program Eligibility

 

  • All (CIT) Programs are designed for participants entering 8th grade in the fall of 2025, and who are interested in learning and developing general skills of leadership that can be used to help others while identifying and achieving goals. 
  • All CIT applicants should be interested in working with children and must possess maturity, communication skills, flexibility, a strong work ethic, be energetic, motivated, , and the ability to have fun. 
  • All CIT’s must attend CIT training in June. Training Dates TBA
  • All CIT’s must be current Boys and Girls Club Members. 

 


CIT Goals and Responsibilities:

 

  • Develop leadership skills
  • Develop summer counselor skills in a challenging, fast paced, fluid environment
  • Increase the sense of responsibility and service to others
  • Develop a caring, compassionate work ethic
  • Learn how to engage children in a variety of activities and programs
  • Assist head counselors with the supervision of participants
  • Assist the directors in the set up and execution of special events and activities.
  • Learn important safety policies and procedures and adhere to them in their daily tasks
  • Learn and understand the daily schedule
  • To bring excitement, high energy and a positive work ethic each day
  • To respect each camper for their uniqueness