New Day Summer Staff Program 201620
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Program Details – Please read carefully
I. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
a. All applicants must be 20 to 29 years of age as of May 1, 2015.
b. All applicants must be high school graduates. Preference is given to applicants with college and/or work experience.
c. Married couples will be considered; families with children cannot participate in the Summer Staff program.
d. Some positions may require specific education and/or experience. See position descriptions (below) for details.
II. PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
a. Applicants must agree to arrive no later than the first day of the program and depart no earlier than the last day of the program. (Participants may arrive one to two days early to get settled and adjust to the time difference and depart up to two days after the close of program based on flight availability. Participants in the July, August and Extended programs may have the option to extend their time at New Day if space allows.)
b. Accepted applicants will be offered a specific position for their time at New Day and will be expected to perform that role. Do not accept a position that you do not want to perform.
c. All participants must be prepared to be flexible and perform whatever tasks are required for the good of New Day as a whole. Participants will function as members of the New Day staff, take direction from a supervisor and work as part of a team. Summer Staff will be responsible for serving the New Day community through one special project/program per month.
d. Participants are expected to work Monday through Friday and alternate Saturdays. Sundays are generally off days but special (and rare) circumstances may require participants to work on Sunday. All Summer Staff are expected to participate fully in New Day’s program, including but not limited to morning prayer meetings and Wednesday night Fellowship.
e. Please note that the New Day Summer Staff program is not an internship. New Day cannot adapt the program to fit criteria for an internship program at your university. Your New Day supervisor can sign a statement verifying the work completed while at New Day.
III. PROGRAM
a. The purpose of the New Day Summer Staff Program is twofold:
i. To provide high quality volunteer support to all departments of New Day throughout the summer months in order to enhance and expand New Day’s program activities.
ii. To provide a unique volunteer experience focused on developing leadership, teamwork and cross-cultural skills, providing education and experience in orphan care, and the opportunity to explore personal goals related to future service .
b. Dates: The Program will consist of three one month sessions (June, July, August) and one ten-week extended session.
i. June: May 28 – June 27
ii. July: July 2 – August 1
iii. August: July 30 - August 29
iv. Extended: May 21 – August 1
v. Participants may apply for two consecutive sessions.
vi. Participants in the July, August and Extended program may request to stay beyond the end of the program based on space availability. Participants may not come before their program begins except as noted in IIa above or if accepted for the Hospitality Assistant position in Volunteer Services or the Summer Program Manager position in the Community Center.
c. Costs:
i. Participants are responsible for all costs associated with the New Day Summer Staff Program including program costs, airfare, passport and visa fees and travel insurance.
ii. One month program fee is $525. Program fee includes airport pick up and drop off, accommodations in a shared dorm, a one-day Beijing orientation experience and a one-day sightseeing tour. (The sightseeing tour is optional, but there is no fee reduction if the participant chooses to not do the tour.)
iii. Extended (ten week) program fee is $1250. Program fee includes airport pick up and drop off, accommodations in a shared dorm, a one-day Beijing orientation experience and a one-day sightseeing tour. (The sightseeing tour is optional, but there is no fee reduction if the participant chooses to not do the tour.)
iv. Additional costs in China: Participants are responsible for all their meals (cooking facilities are provided), laundry (5RMB per wash), personal items, souvenirs, day off activities, and transportation to church on Sunday (50RMB).
I. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
a. All applicants must be 20 to 29 years of age as of May 1, 2015.
b. All applicants must be high school graduates. Preference is given to applicants with college and/or work experience.
c. Married couples will be considered; families with children cannot participate in the Summer Staff program.
d. Some positions may require specific education and/or experience. See position descriptions (below) for details.
II. PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
a. Applicants must agree to arrive no later than the first day of the program and depart no earlier than the last day of the program. (Participants may arrive one to two days early to get settled and adjust to the time difference and depart up to two days after the close of program based on flight availability. Participants in the July, August and Extended programs may have the option to extend their time at New Day if space allows.)
b. Accepted applicants will be offered a specific position for their time at New Day and will be expected to perform that role. Do not accept a position that you do not want to perform.
c. All participants must be prepared to be flexible and perform whatever tasks are required for the good of New Day as a whole. Participants will function as members of the New Day staff, take direction from a supervisor and work as part of a team. Summer Staff will be responsible for serving the New Day community through one special project/program per month.
d. Participants are expected to work Monday through Friday and alternate Saturdays. Sundays are generally off days but special (and rare) circumstances may require participants to work on Sunday. All Summer Staff are expected to participate fully in New Day’s program, including but not limited to morning prayer meetings and Wednesday night Fellowship.
e. Please note that the New Day Summer Staff program is not an internship. New Day cannot adapt the program to fit criteria for an internship program at your university. Your New Day supervisor can sign a statement verifying the work completed while at New Day.
III. PROGRAM
a. The purpose of the New Day Summer Staff Program is twofold:
i. To provide high quality volunteer support to all departments of New Day throughout the summer months in order to enhance and expand New Day’s program activities.
ii. To provide a unique volunteer experience focused on developing leadership, teamwork and cross-cultural skills, providing education and experience in orphan care, and the opportunity to explore personal goals related to future service .
b. Dates: The Program will consist of three one month sessions (June, July, August) and one ten-week extended session.
i. June: May 28 – June 27
ii. July: July 2 – August 1
iii. August: July 30 - August 29
iv. Extended: May 21 – August 1
v. Participants may apply for two consecutive sessions.
vi. Participants in the July, August and Extended program may request to stay beyond the end of the program based on space availability. Participants may not come before their program begins except as noted in IIa above or if accepted for the Hospitality Assistant position in Volunteer Services or the Summer Program Manager position in the Community Center.
c. Costs:
i. Participants are responsible for all costs associated with the New Day Summer Staff Program including program costs, airfare, passport and visa fees and travel insurance.
ii. One month program fee is $525. Program fee includes airport pick up and drop off, accommodations in a shared dorm, a one-day Beijing orientation experience and a one-day sightseeing tour. (The sightseeing tour is optional, but there is no fee reduction if the participant chooses to not do the tour.)
iii. Extended (ten week) program fee is $1250. Program fee includes airport pick up and drop off, accommodations in a shared dorm, a one-day Beijing orientation experience and a one-day sightseeing tour. (The sightseeing tour is optional, but there is no fee reduction if the participant chooses to not do the tour.)
iv. Additional costs in China: Participants are responsible for all their meals (cooking facilities are provided), laundry (5RMB per wash), personal items, souvenirs, day off activities, and transportation to church on Sunday (50RMB).
Summer Staff Positions
Hospitality Assistant - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED
Photography and Website - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR JULY AND AUGUST
Interacting with the children and taking pictures. Sorting, labeling and editing photos. Editing webpage; uploading and downloading web pages. Graphic design projects. Photography experience is required. Experience with Lightroom, Photoshop and Dreamweaver is preferred.
CCU Assistant - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR AUGUST
Support the children in the CCU by holding, feeding and singing to them. Support the nannies with their duties as directed. Report any changes in health or activity to the Medical Director. Accompany children to the hospital for treatments and surgeries.
This role requires a minimum of one year education in a medical field or experience with critically ill infants.
Medical Assistant - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR AUGUST
Work alongside our medical personnel, assisting with medical procedures and helping nannies with medical care. May have the opportunity to provide lessons in hygiene, basic first aid, CPR and wound care to orphanage staff. Minimum requirement is senior nursing or therapy program student; preference given to those with work experience in nursing, therapy or EMT.
Foster Home General Volunteer - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Preschool Teacher - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Preschool Assistant - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Backyard School Teacher - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR AUGUST
The Backyard School is the classroom for students who have completed the preschool curriculum. There is a strong emphasis on communication and specifically English as these children are typically being adopted relatively soon. The Backyard School teacher will work alongside the Chinese teacher to create and teach lessons appropriate to the developmental and educational level of the students. This role requires a strong education background and classroom experience, preferably with special education experience. Familiarity with ELL techniques and curriculum is a plus.
Facilities Assistant - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR ALL SESSIONS
Provide assistance with a wide range of maintenance tasks, repairs and facilities improvements. Lead and direct short-term volunteers in facilities and landscape projects. Help organize and maintain storage rooms. Responsible for upkeep of sports equipment and preschool playground. Must have experience with and enjoy a wide range of home maintenance-type projects, work well with minimal direction and able to motivate and lead small groups. Painting experience is required; plumbing and electrical experience is a plus.
Summer Fun Program Manager - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Kitchen Crew - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR JULY AND AUGUST
Chinese food is great, but our volunteers love the option of a western meal also. The Kitchen Crew will plan, shop and prepare 15-20 meals per week for visitors and staff. The Kitchen Crew will also assist the Community Center with monthly special events (4th of July, etc.)and some aspects of the summer homeschool program. There may also be an opportunity to teach cooking to interested Chinese staff. Great planning and organizing skills are required. A love for cooking is essential. Cooking experience for large groups is preferred but if you love cooking and are willing to work hard this may be the role for you.
Photography and Website - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR JULY AND AUGUST
Interacting with the children and taking pictures. Sorting, labeling and editing photos. Editing webpage; uploading and downloading web pages. Graphic design projects. Photography experience is required. Experience with Lightroom, Photoshop and Dreamweaver is preferred.
CCU Assistant - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR AUGUST
Support the children in the CCU by holding, feeding and singing to them. Support the nannies with their duties as directed. Report any changes in health or activity to the Medical Director. Accompany children to the hospital for treatments and surgeries.
This role requires a minimum of one year education in a medical field or experience with critically ill infants.
Medical Assistant - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR AUGUST
Work alongside our medical personnel, assisting with medical procedures and helping nannies with medical care. May have the opportunity to provide lessons in hygiene, basic first aid, CPR and wound care to orphanage staff. Minimum requirement is senior nursing or therapy program student; preference given to those with work experience in nursing, therapy or EMT.
Foster Home General Volunteer - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Preschool Teacher - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Preschool Assistant - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Backyard School Teacher - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR AUGUST
The Backyard School is the classroom for students who have completed the preschool curriculum. There is a strong emphasis on communication and specifically English as these children are typically being adopted relatively soon. The Backyard School teacher will work alongside the Chinese teacher to create and teach lessons appropriate to the developmental and educational level of the students. This role requires a strong education background and classroom experience, preferably with special education experience. Familiarity with ELL techniques and curriculum is a plus.
Facilities Assistant - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR ALL SESSIONS
Provide assistance with a wide range of maintenance tasks, repairs and facilities improvements. Lead and direct short-term volunteers in facilities and landscape projects. Help organize and maintain storage rooms. Responsible for upkeep of sports equipment and preschool playground. Must have experience with and enjoy a wide range of home maintenance-type projects, work well with minimal direction and able to motivate and lead small groups. Painting experience is required; plumbing and electrical experience is a plus.
Summer Fun Program Manager - THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED FOR ALL SESSIONS
Kitchen Crew - THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR JULY AND AUGUST
Chinese food is great, but our volunteers love the option of a western meal also. The Kitchen Crew will plan, shop and prepare 15-20 meals per week for visitors and staff. The Kitchen Crew will also assist the Community Center with monthly special events (4th of July, etc.)and some aspects of the summer homeschool program. There may also be an opportunity to teach cooking to interested Chinese staff. Great planning and organizing skills are required. A love for cooking is essential. Cooking experience for large groups is preferred but if you love cooking and are willing to work hard this may be the role for you.