Responsibilities and Duties:

• Contribute to the activities at pre-camp day
• Provide emotional support by being a good listener
• Offer practical support to decrease the parent's workload
• Increase the self-esteem and self-confidence of children through the experience of an affirming friendship
• Assist the family to function more effectively

Skills and Personal Qualities:

• Effective Communication skills to deal effectively with people at all levels
• Ability to work with other people in a supportive, co-operative manner
• Ability to put participant's needs first, and have a bit of fun
• Not scared to look a little silly/embarrass oneself/ step out of your comfort zone/ play a game you wouldn't usually, for the enjoyment of the participants