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Jun 4(1 event)

9:30 am: Sea Kayaking Day Trip with ETC (in-person)


Jun 4

It’s time to kick off summer in a fun way with your blind and low vision friends from the LightHouse. Join us on June 4 for our next in person adventure with the LightHouse’s Youth Program as we head to Sausalito for a kayaking day trip with our friends and guides from Environmental Travel Companions (ETC). In addition to experienced guides leading us on our adventure the trip will also include picnic lunch and time to catch up with your LightHouse and EHC friends. The adventure will start in Sausalito and will run from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM. The trip is intended for all kayaking skill levels and ETC strives to make their trips accessible for all.
For more information about the ETC Sea Kayaking Program please visit this link.

Who: LightHouse Students between the ages of 14 and 24
What: LightHouse kayaking day trip with ETC
When: Saturday, June 4, 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Where: 85 Liberty Ship Way Sausalito, California
Cost: The cost of the trip is $60.00 per student and includes lunch, kayaking equipment, and orientation lessons taught by experienced kayaking guides (limited scholarships available)
RSVP: Please contact Jamey Gump at 415-694-7372 or youth@lighthouse-sf.org. The deadline to sign up for this trip is Friday, May 25.

Please Note: Limited space is available on this trip. Students must submit payment and all necessary paperwork before one's spot in the trip will be confirmed.

Jun 5
Jun 6
Jun 7(1 event)

1:00 pm: COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic at LightHouse


Jun 7

Members of the LightHouse community, their friends and families, and members of the wider community are invited to receive either their first or second COVID-19 vaccine booster shot on Tuesdays, June 7 and June 14. Each vaccination clinic runs between 1:00 and 4:30 pm at our 1155 Market Street San Francisco headquarters.

To register to attend the LightHouse vaccination clinic at 1155 Market Street, you will first need to make an appointment by calling 415-694-7648 or by emailing info@lighthouse-sf.org. Voicemail messages can be left for callback outside of these hours.

This line is available to speakers of both Spanish and English. Other language interpreters are available once you leave a voicemail requesting a callback.

Please note: Any COVID-19 vaccines can be used for booster vaccination, regardless of the vaccine product used for primary immunization. Both Pfizer & Moderna booster vaccines will be available during the two clinic dates.

These clinics are for booster vaccinations only and the clinics are for people ages 18 and older. Vaccines for children ages 5-11 years old will not be available at the LightHouse. However, staff can refer to other sites in the city offering pediatric vaccines.

Eligibility For Those Getting Their First Booster at LightHouse

Pfizer-BioNTech & Moderna COVID-19 vaccine recipients

The CDC recommends a booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

  • For most people, at least five months after the final dose in the primary series
  • For people who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised, at least three months after the final dose in the primary series

Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine recipients:

The CDC recommends a booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

  • For most people, at least two months after the primary dose of the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 vaccine
  • For people who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised, at least two months after the additional dose of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

Eligibility For Those Getting Their Second Booster at LightHouse

Pfizer-BioNTech & Moderna COVID-19 vaccine recipients

People in the following groups can choose to get a second booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after the 1st booster:

  • Adults ages 50 years and older
  • People who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised

Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine recipients:

People in the following groups can choose to get a second booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after the 1st booster:

  • Anyone who got a Johnson & Johnson J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for both their primary dose and booster
  • Adults ages 50 years and older
  • People who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised

Dates & Location

Dates
Tuesday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 14, both from 1:00 to 4:30 pm
Address
LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
San Francisco headquarters
1155 Market Street, 10th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103

Accessibility

  • ASL interpreting will be available at the clinic.
  • LightHouse volunteers will be on site to provide instructions and help navigating

Getting to Your Appointment

Please visit the directions to San Francisco LightHouse webpage for detailed information on how to get to your appointment by public transit and rideshare.

Please note masks are mandatory indoors at the LightHouse and we practice six feet social distancing. The LightHouse is proud to be able to offer our headquarters as a central, easy, and welcoming location for our extended community to receive booster vaccinations and we welcome back volunteers and nurses from the San Francisco Department of Public Health for a second COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic.

Jun 8
Jun 9
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Jun 11
Jun 12
Jun 13
Jun 14(2 events)

1:00 pm: COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic at LightHouse


Jun 14

Members of the LightHouse community, their friends and families, and members of the wider community are invited to receive either their first or second COVID-19 vaccine booster shot on Tuesdays, June 7 and June 14. Each vaccination clinic runs between 1:00 and 4:30 pm at our 1155 Market Street San Francisco headquarters.

To register to attend the LightHouse vaccination clinic at 1155 Market Street, you will first need to make an appointment by calling 415-694-7648 or by emailing info@lighthouse-sf.org. Voicemail messages can be left for callback outside of these hours.

This line is available to speakers of both Spanish and English. Other language interpreters are available once you leave a voicemail requesting a callback.

Please note: Any COVID-19 vaccines can be used for booster vaccination, regardless of the vaccine product used for primary immunization. Both Pfizer & Moderna booster vaccines will be available during the two clinic dates.

These clinics are for booster vaccinations only and the clinics are for people ages 18 and older. Vaccines for children ages 5-11 years old will not be available at the LightHouse. However, staff can refer to other sites in the city offering pediatric vaccines.

Eligibility For Those Getting Their First Booster at LightHouse

Pfizer-BioNTech & Moderna COVID-19 vaccine recipients

The CDC recommends a booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

  • For most people, at least five months after the final dose in the primary series
  • For people who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised, at least three months after the final dose in the primary series

Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine recipients:

The CDC recommends a booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

  • For most people, at least two months after the primary dose of the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 vaccine
  • For people who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised, at least two months after the additional dose of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

Eligibility For Those Getting Their Second Booster at LightHouse

Pfizer-BioNTech & Moderna COVID-19 vaccine recipients

People in the following groups can choose to get a second booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after the 1st booster:

  • Adults ages 50 years and older
  • People who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised

Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 vaccine recipients:

People in the following groups can choose to get a second booster of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at least four months after the 1st booster:

  • Anyone who got a Johnson & Johnson J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for both their primary dose and booster
  • Adults ages 50 years and older
  • People who are moderately or severely immuno-compromised

Dates & Location

Dates
Tuesday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 14, both from 1:00 to 4:30 pm
Address
LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
San Francisco headquarters
1155 Market Street, 10th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103

Accessibility

  • ASL interpreting will be available at the clinic.
  • LightHouse volunteers will be on site to provide instructions and help navigating

Getting to Your Appointment

Please visit the directions to San Francisco LightHouse webpage for detailed information on how to get to your appointment by public transit and rideshare.

Please note masks are mandatory indoors at the LightHouse and we practice six feet social distancing. The LightHouse is proud to be able to offer our headquarters as a central, easy, and welcoming location for our extended community to receive booster vaccinations and we welcome back volunteers and nurses from the San Francisco Department of Public Health for a second COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic.

6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)


Jun 14

The National Federation of the Blind is a nationwide community of members that believe blind people can live the lives they want. We meet online via Zoom with the following schedule:

6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Virtual Happy (Half) Hour
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Chapter Meeting

To RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375.

Jun 15
Jun 16
Jun 17
Jun 18(1 event)

10:30 am: CCB San Francisco Chapter Monthly Meeting (in-person)


Jun 18

The San Francisco Chapter of the California Council of the Blind meets on the third Saturday of the month from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Our June meeting will take place on Zoom and also in person at the LightHouse Multipurpose room, 1155 Market Street, 10th floor, San Francisco, CA 94103. All are invited to attend. for more information contact Vita Zavoli by Email at vzavoli@gmail.com or by phone at (510) 846-4080.
Jun 19
Jun 20(1 event)

(All day): EHC Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

(All day)
Jun 20 Jun 24

Enchanted Hills Camp Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

Program Description

The Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC) Summer Leadership Summit focuses on developing blind/low vision leaders in an immersive training environment through soft-skills development and exploration of careers in such fields as educational, customer service, and other social or recreational job opportunities. Our training takes place through discussion, role modeling and practice under the supervision of LightHouse staff and experienced EHC Summer Administration staff. Upon completion of the Summer Leadership Summit, participants will walk away with a better understanding of how to be an effective self-advocate as well as further developed social and independent living skills that will better prepare them for transition and post-secondary education program options in the future. In addition, the Summer Leadership Summit program will help develop the soft skills, strong work ethic, and leadership essential for successful in future employment working with peers, supervisors, and students of all ages

The program will start with a week of training where participants will take part in job site readiness exercises and activities that will allow participants to develop leadership skills and soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, time management, and conflict resolution skills that will help participants prepare to become a counselor-in training (CIT) during the summer programs at EHC. In the second week of the series, participants will be assigned to a group of youth campers as a CIT. During this immersive opportunity, the participants will apply their new skills learned in the first week of the series with the support and supervision from summer Camp Counselors and experienced camp administration. Throughout the program CITs will also participate in discussions with blind/low vision leaders from the greater blind community as well as successfully employed adults about career opportunities, blindness philosophy, life hacks, and many other topics important to students as they become adults.

The Summer Leadership Summit at EHC is designed for teens ages 16-18 years old who are blind or low vision and are serious about improving their leadership skills by learning to work with children in a rigorous camp setting. As part of the program application process, students must complete LightHouse’s student intake form, conduct an interview with program staff and commit to participating fully in the program at EHC. We welcome perspective participants that possess a variety of previous camping experiences or an interest in exploring the social and recreational work profession to consider applying. Additional information about how to apply can be found below in this announcement.

Week 1 (June 20th – 24th): Leadership Development and Staff Training
Week 2 (July 11th – 16th): Counselor in Training Practicum

Program Objectives
Participants will be able to:

  • Actively participate in leadership training seminars throughout the program
  • Be a positive role-model for campers
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program activities designed specifically for blind campers
  • Assist Counselors and Area Leaders with management of campers, enforcing rules and instructions during activities
  • Promote Independence and motivate campers to use non-visual techniques
  • Incorporate active participation in camp meals, clean-up, and other daily functions through fun activities
  • Communicate with staff about problems or issues that arise with campers
  • Adapt all activities so that all campers can participate fully, regardless of their level of vision
  • Work with counselors to resolve disciplinary issues that arise with campers
  • Be active participants and assist staff during specialist, program, and group time
  • Assist campers in being successful with games, projects, and activities
  • Facilitate independence in camper participation
  • Facilitate a safe and healthy environment for campers
  • Assist in leading activities during leisure time for campers
  • Assist in the set-up and facilitation of camp events such as theme days
  • Demonstrate independent travel skills and assist when needed as an escort for campers needing extra assistance
  • Read from suggested best practices reading list prior to summer assignment
  • Assume additional, reasonable responsibilities as assigned by the counselors, Area Leaders, and administrative team
  • Adhere to the policies established in the EHC Staff Handbook

Program outcomes:

  • Each participant will receive 30+ hours of training to be an effective counselor and develop interpersonal soft skills that can be essential in many aspects of life and future employment
  • Each participant will take part in 30+ hours of observing and implementing concepts learned during the first week to be an effective CIT during the Youth Session of EHC
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of Individual and group per-employment transition skills discussions that will support their self-advocacy goals necessary for future transition services, post-secondary educational programs, or employment
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of job coaching on their role as councilors in training and help address any barriers for future employment
  • Each participant will receive 20+ hours of adjustment to blindness training to support the development of critical social and independent living skills during the Teen Session of EHC

Participant Outcomes
Through practice, self-reflection and staff coaching, participants will develop and implement the following:

  • Leadership skills that can be applied in many aspects of life and employment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • A blindness-positive philosophy and effective self-advocacy skills
  • Knowledge that will better prepare them for transition services and post-secondary education program options

Participation Expectations
Participants must be ready to adhere to the below responsibilities and expectations:

  • Adhere to all LightHouse Covid-19 safety protocols. At this time this includes proof that you have an update-to-date Covid-19 vaccine, mask requirements in public indoor spaces and other safety protocols set by LightHouse Executive leadership team.

***Please note - these requirements are subject to change***

  • Attend and engage in all sessions
  • Complete all tasks as requested
  • Be prepared to pitch in and help fellow campers when required
  • Be polite and respectful at all times

Summer Leadership Summit Program Fee
We are asking prospective participants that are eligible to DOR services to work with their counselor to get authorization to attend the program. The total authorization fee for the program is $3,000.00. This fee covers $100 a day for food and housing fees, as well as $150 a day for training fees, totaling $250 a day for 12 days. Additional support from DOR for transportation may be necessary for prospective participants that live outside the Bay Area. Limited scholarship opportunities are available for those that are not eligible for DOR services.

Application and Selection Process
Each prospective participant must complete the application process and be selected from a pool of competitive applicants. To start this process prospective participants must send an email to youth@lighthouse-sf.org that includes the following:

  • Why do you wish to participate in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What experience do you have that makes you qualified to be a participant in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What qualities do you possess that makes you stand out from other Summer Leadership Summit candidates?
  • Name and contact information for both a professional or personal reference as well as your most recent TVI and O&M Instructors

Once your interest email has been received, LightHouse staff will work with prospective participants to schedule an interview and any necessary Living Skills and or Orientation and Mobility evaluations. Prospective students who are new to LightHouse services will also need to complete our student intake form and student registration process before they will be considered for the program. To complete the LightHouse Student registration process please start by submitting the Student Intake Form here.

For further information about the Summer Leadership Summit, please don't hesitate to contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at jgump@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7372.

Jun 21(1 event)

(All day): EHC Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

(All day)
Jun 20 Jun 24

Enchanted Hills Camp Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

Program Description

The Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC) Summer Leadership Summit focuses on developing blind/low vision leaders in an immersive training environment through soft-skills development and exploration of careers in such fields as educational, customer service, and other social or recreational job opportunities. Our training takes place through discussion, role modeling and practice under the supervision of LightHouse staff and experienced EHC Summer Administration staff. Upon completion of the Summer Leadership Summit, participants will walk away with a better understanding of how to be an effective self-advocate as well as further developed social and independent living skills that will better prepare them for transition and post-secondary education program options in the future. In addition, the Summer Leadership Summit program will help develop the soft skills, strong work ethic, and leadership essential for successful in future employment working with peers, supervisors, and students of all ages

The program will start with a week of training where participants will take part in job site readiness exercises and activities that will allow participants to develop leadership skills and soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, time management, and conflict resolution skills that will help participants prepare to become a counselor-in training (CIT) during the summer programs at EHC. In the second week of the series, participants will be assigned to a group of youth campers as a CIT. During this immersive opportunity, the participants will apply their new skills learned in the first week of the series with the support and supervision from summer Camp Counselors and experienced camp administration. Throughout the program CITs will also participate in discussions with blind/low vision leaders from the greater blind community as well as successfully employed adults about career opportunities, blindness philosophy, life hacks, and many other topics important to students as they become adults.

The Summer Leadership Summit at EHC is designed for teens ages 16-18 years old who are blind or low vision and are serious about improving their leadership skills by learning to work with children in a rigorous camp setting. As part of the program application process, students must complete LightHouse’s student intake form, conduct an interview with program staff and commit to participating fully in the program at EHC. We welcome perspective participants that possess a variety of previous camping experiences or an interest in exploring the social and recreational work profession to consider applying. Additional information about how to apply can be found below in this announcement.

Week 1 (June 20th – 24th): Leadership Development and Staff Training
Week 2 (July 11th – 16th): Counselor in Training Practicum

Program Objectives
Participants will be able to:

  • Actively participate in leadership training seminars throughout the program
  • Be a positive role-model for campers
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program activities designed specifically for blind campers
  • Assist Counselors and Area Leaders with management of campers, enforcing rules and instructions during activities
  • Promote Independence and motivate campers to use non-visual techniques
  • Incorporate active participation in camp meals, clean-up, and other daily functions through fun activities
  • Communicate with staff about problems or issues that arise with campers
  • Adapt all activities so that all campers can participate fully, regardless of their level of vision
  • Work with counselors to resolve disciplinary issues that arise with campers
  • Be active participants and assist staff during specialist, program, and group time
  • Assist campers in being successful with games, projects, and activities
  • Facilitate independence in camper participation
  • Facilitate a safe and healthy environment for campers
  • Assist in leading activities during leisure time for campers
  • Assist in the set-up and facilitation of camp events such as theme days
  • Demonstrate independent travel skills and assist when needed as an escort for campers needing extra assistance
  • Read from suggested best practices reading list prior to summer assignment
  • Assume additional, reasonable responsibilities as assigned by the counselors, Area Leaders, and administrative team
  • Adhere to the policies established in the EHC Staff Handbook

Program outcomes:

  • Each participant will receive 30+ hours of training to be an effective counselor and develop interpersonal soft skills that can be essential in many aspects of life and future employment
  • Each participant will take part in 30+ hours of observing and implementing concepts learned during the first week to be an effective CIT during the Youth Session of EHC
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of Individual and group per-employment transition skills discussions that will support their self-advocacy goals necessary for future transition services, post-secondary educational programs, or employment
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of job coaching on their role as councilors in training and help address any barriers for future employment
  • Each participant will receive 20+ hours of adjustment to blindness training to support the development of critical social and independent living skills during the Teen Session of EHC

Participant Outcomes
Through practice, self-reflection and staff coaching, participants will develop and implement the following:

  • Leadership skills that can be applied in many aspects of life and employment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • A blindness-positive philosophy and effective self-advocacy skills
  • Knowledge that will better prepare them for transition services and post-secondary education program options

Participation Expectations
Participants must be ready to adhere to the below responsibilities and expectations:

  • Adhere to all LightHouse Covid-19 safety protocols. At this time this includes proof that you have an update-to-date Covid-19 vaccine, mask requirements in public indoor spaces and other safety protocols set by LightHouse Executive leadership team.

***Please note - these requirements are subject to change***

  • Attend and engage in all sessions
  • Complete all tasks as requested
  • Be prepared to pitch in and help fellow campers when required
  • Be polite and respectful at all times

Summer Leadership Summit Program Fee
We are asking prospective participants that are eligible to DOR services to work with their counselor to get authorization to attend the program. The total authorization fee for the program is $3,000.00. This fee covers $100 a day for food and housing fees, as well as $150 a day for training fees, totaling $250 a day for 12 days. Additional support from DOR for transportation may be necessary for prospective participants that live outside the Bay Area. Limited scholarship opportunities are available for those that are not eligible for DOR services.

Application and Selection Process
Each prospective participant must complete the application process and be selected from a pool of competitive applicants. To start this process prospective participants must send an email to youth@lighthouse-sf.org that includes the following:

  • Why do you wish to participate in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What experience do you have that makes you qualified to be a participant in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What qualities do you possess that makes you stand out from other Summer Leadership Summit candidates?
  • Name and contact information for both a professional or personal reference as well as your most recent TVI and O&M Instructors

Once your interest email has been received, LightHouse staff will work with prospective participants to schedule an interview and any necessary Living Skills and or Orientation and Mobility evaluations. Prospective students who are new to LightHouse services will also need to complete our student intake form and student registration process before they will be considered for the program. To complete the LightHouse Student registration process please start by submitting the Student Intake Form here.

For further information about the Summer Leadership Summit, please don't hesitate to contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at jgump@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7372.

Jun 22(1 event)

(All day): EHC Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

(All day)
Jun 20 Jun 24

Enchanted Hills Camp Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

Program Description

The Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC) Summer Leadership Summit focuses on developing blind/low vision leaders in an immersive training environment through soft-skills development and exploration of careers in such fields as educational, customer service, and other social or recreational job opportunities. Our training takes place through discussion, role modeling and practice under the supervision of LightHouse staff and experienced EHC Summer Administration staff. Upon completion of the Summer Leadership Summit, participants will walk away with a better understanding of how to be an effective self-advocate as well as further developed social and independent living skills that will better prepare them for transition and post-secondary education program options in the future. In addition, the Summer Leadership Summit program will help develop the soft skills, strong work ethic, and leadership essential for successful in future employment working with peers, supervisors, and students of all ages

The program will start with a week of training where participants will take part in job site readiness exercises and activities that will allow participants to develop leadership skills and soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, time management, and conflict resolution skills that will help participants prepare to become a counselor-in training (CIT) during the summer programs at EHC. In the second week of the series, participants will be assigned to a group of youth campers as a CIT. During this immersive opportunity, the participants will apply their new skills learned in the first week of the series with the support and supervision from summer Camp Counselors and experienced camp administration. Throughout the program CITs will also participate in discussions with blind/low vision leaders from the greater blind community as well as successfully employed adults about career opportunities, blindness philosophy, life hacks, and many other topics important to students as they become adults.

The Summer Leadership Summit at EHC is designed for teens ages 16-18 years old who are blind or low vision and are serious about improving their leadership skills by learning to work with children in a rigorous camp setting. As part of the program application process, students must complete LightHouse’s student intake form, conduct an interview with program staff and commit to participating fully in the program at EHC. We welcome perspective participants that possess a variety of previous camping experiences or an interest in exploring the social and recreational work profession to consider applying. Additional information about how to apply can be found below in this announcement.

Week 1 (June 20th – 24th): Leadership Development and Staff Training
Week 2 (July 11th – 16th): Counselor in Training Practicum

Program Objectives
Participants will be able to:

  • Actively participate in leadership training seminars throughout the program
  • Be a positive role-model for campers
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program activities designed specifically for blind campers
  • Assist Counselors and Area Leaders with management of campers, enforcing rules and instructions during activities
  • Promote Independence and motivate campers to use non-visual techniques
  • Incorporate active participation in camp meals, clean-up, and other daily functions through fun activities
  • Communicate with staff about problems or issues that arise with campers
  • Adapt all activities so that all campers can participate fully, regardless of their level of vision
  • Work with counselors to resolve disciplinary issues that arise with campers
  • Be active participants and assist staff during specialist, program, and group time
  • Assist campers in being successful with games, projects, and activities
  • Facilitate independence in camper participation
  • Facilitate a safe and healthy environment for campers
  • Assist in leading activities during leisure time for campers
  • Assist in the set-up and facilitation of camp events such as theme days
  • Demonstrate independent travel skills and assist when needed as an escort for campers needing extra assistance
  • Read from suggested best practices reading list prior to summer assignment
  • Assume additional, reasonable responsibilities as assigned by the counselors, Area Leaders, and administrative team
  • Adhere to the policies established in the EHC Staff Handbook

Program outcomes:

  • Each participant will receive 30+ hours of training to be an effective counselor and develop interpersonal soft skills that can be essential in many aspects of life and future employment
  • Each participant will take part in 30+ hours of observing and implementing concepts learned during the first week to be an effective CIT during the Youth Session of EHC
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of Individual and group per-employment transition skills discussions that will support their self-advocacy goals necessary for future transition services, post-secondary educational programs, or employment
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of job coaching on their role as councilors in training and help address any barriers for future employment
  • Each participant will receive 20+ hours of adjustment to blindness training to support the development of critical social and independent living skills during the Teen Session of EHC

Participant Outcomes
Through practice, self-reflection and staff coaching, participants will develop and implement the following:

  • Leadership skills that can be applied in many aspects of life and employment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • A blindness-positive philosophy and effective self-advocacy skills
  • Knowledge that will better prepare them for transition services and post-secondary education program options

Participation Expectations
Participants must be ready to adhere to the below responsibilities and expectations:

  • Adhere to all LightHouse Covid-19 safety protocols. At this time this includes proof that you have an update-to-date Covid-19 vaccine, mask requirements in public indoor spaces and other safety protocols set by LightHouse Executive leadership team.

***Please note - these requirements are subject to change***

  • Attend and engage in all sessions
  • Complete all tasks as requested
  • Be prepared to pitch in and help fellow campers when required
  • Be polite and respectful at all times

Summer Leadership Summit Program Fee
We are asking prospective participants that are eligible to DOR services to work with their counselor to get authorization to attend the program. The total authorization fee for the program is $3,000.00. This fee covers $100 a day for food and housing fees, as well as $150 a day for training fees, totaling $250 a day for 12 days. Additional support from DOR for transportation may be necessary for prospective participants that live outside the Bay Area. Limited scholarship opportunities are available for those that are not eligible for DOR services.

Application and Selection Process
Each prospective participant must complete the application process and be selected from a pool of competitive applicants. To start this process prospective participants must send an email to youth@lighthouse-sf.org that includes the following:

  • Why do you wish to participate in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What experience do you have that makes you qualified to be a participant in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What qualities do you possess that makes you stand out from other Summer Leadership Summit candidates?
  • Name and contact information for both a professional or personal reference as well as your most recent TVI and O&M Instructors

Once your interest email has been received, LightHouse staff will work with prospective participants to schedule an interview and any necessary Living Skills and or Orientation and Mobility evaluations. Prospective students who are new to LightHouse services will also need to complete our student intake form and student registration process before they will be considered for the program. To complete the LightHouse Student registration process please start by submitting the Student Intake Form here.

For further information about the Summer Leadership Summit, please don't hesitate to contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at jgump@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7372.

Jun 23(1 event)

(All day): EHC Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

(All day)
Jun 20 Jun 24

Enchanted Hills Camp Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

Program Description

The Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC) Summer Leadership Summit focuses on developing blind/low vision leaders in an immersive training environment through soft-skills development and exploration of careers in such fields as educational, customer service, and other social or recreational job opportunities. Our training takes place through discussion, role modeling and practice under the supervision of LightHouse staff and experienced EHC Summer Administration staff. Upon completion of the Summer Leadership Summit, participants will walk away with a better understanding of how to be an effective self-advocate as well as further developed social and independent living skills that will better prepare them for transition and post-secondary education program options in the future. In addition, the Summer Leadership Summit program will help develop the soft skills, strong work ethic, and leadership essential for successful in future employment working with peers, supervisors, and students of all ages

The program will start with a week of training where participants will take part in job site readiness exercises and activities that will allow participants to develop leadership skills and soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, time management, and conflict resolution skills that will help participants prepare to become a counselor-in training (CIT) during the summer programs at EHC. In the second week of the series, participants will be assigned to a group of youth campers as a CIT. During this immersive opportunity, the participants will apply their new skills learned in the first week of the series with the support and supervision from summer Camp Counselors and experienced camp administration. Throughout the program CITs will also participate in discussions with blind/low vision leaders from the greater blind community as well as successfully employed adults about career opportunities, blindness philosophy, life hacks, and many other topics important to students as they become adults.

The Summer Leadership Summit at EHC is designed for teens ages 16-18 years old who are blind or low vision and are serious about improving their leadership skills by learning to work with children in a rigorous camp setting. As part of the program application process, students must complete LightHouse’s student intake form, conduct an interview with program staff and commit to participating fully in the program at EHC. We welcome perspective participants that possess a variety of previous camping experiences or an interest in exploring the social and recreational work profession to consider applying. Additional information about how to apply can be found below in this announcement.

Week 1 (June 20th – 24th): Leadership Development and Staff Training
Week 2 (July 11th – 16th): Counselor in Training Practicum

Program Objectives
Participants will be able to:

  • Actively participate in leadership training seminars throughout the program
  • Be a positive role-model for campers
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program activities designed specifically for blind campers
  • Assist Counselors and Area Leaders with management of campers, enforcing rules and instructions during activities
  • Promote Independence and motivate campers to use non-visual techniques
  • Incorporate active participation in camp meals, clean-up, and other daily functions through fun activities
  • Communicate with staff about problems or issues that arise with campers
  • Adapt all activities so that all campers can participate fully, regardless of their level of vision
  • Work with counselors to resolve disciplinary issues that arise with campers
  • Be active participants and assist staff during specialist, program, and group time
  • Assist campers in being successful with games, projects, and activities
  • Facilitate independence in camper participation
  • Facilitate a safe and healthy environment for campers
  • Assist in leading activities during leisure time for campers
  • Assist in the set-up and facilitation of camp events such as theme days
  • Demonstrate independent travel skills and assist when needed as an escort for campers needing extra assistance
  • Read from suggested best practices reading list prior to summer assignment
  • Assume additional, reasonable responsibilities as assigned by the counselors, Area Leaders, and administrative team
  • Adhere to the policies established in the EHC Staff Handbook

Program outcomes:

  • Each participant will receive 30+ hours of training to be an effective counselor and develop interpersonal soft skills that can be essential in many aspects of life and future employment
  • Each participant will take part in 30+ hours of observing and implementing concepts learned during the first week to be an effective CIT during the Youth Session of EHC
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of Individual and group per-employment transition skills discussions that will support their self-advocacy goals necessary for future transition services, post-secondary educational programs, or employment
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of job coaching on their role as councilors in training and help address any barriers for future employment
  • Each participant will receive 20+ hours of adjustment to blindness training to support the development of critical social and independent living skills during the Teen Session of EHC

Participant Outcomes
Through practice, self-reflection and staff coaching, participants will develop and implement the following:

  • Leadership skills that can be applied in many aspects of life and employment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • A blindness-positive philosophy and effective self-advocacy skills
  • Knowledge that will better prepare them for transition services and post-secondary education program options

Participation Expectations
Participants must be ready to adhere to the below responsibilities and expectations:

  • Adhere to all LightHouse Covid-19 safety protocols. At this time this includes proof that you have an update-to-date Covid-19 vaccine, mask requirements in public indoor spaces and other safety protocols set by LightHouse Executive leadership team.

***Please note - these requirements are subject to change***

  • Attend and engage in all sessions
  • Complete all tasks as requested
  • Be prepared to pitch in and help fellow campers when required
  • Be polite and respectful at all times

Summer Leadership Summit Program Fee
We are asking prospective participants that are eligible to DOR services to work with their counselor to get authorization to attend the program. The total authorization fee for the program is $3,000.00. This fee covers $100 a day for food and housing fees, as well as $150 a day for training fees, totaling $250 a day for 12 days. Additional support from DOR for transportation may be necessary for prospective participants that live outside the Bay Area. Limited scholarship opportunities are available for those that are not eligible for DOR services.

Application and Selection Process
Each prospective participant must complete the application process and be selected from a pool of competitive applicants. To start this process prospective participants must send an email to youth@lighthouse-sf.org that includes the following:

  • Why do you wish to participate in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What experience do you have that makes you qualified to be a participant in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What qualities do you possess that makes you stand out from other Summer Leadership Summit candidates?
  • Name and contact information for both a professional or personal reference as well as your most recent TVI and O&M Instructors

Once your interest email has been received, LightHouse staff will work with prospective participants to schedule an interview and any necessary Living Skills and or Orientation and Mobility evaluations. Prospective students who are new to LightHouse services will also need to complete our student intake form and student registration process before they will be considered for the program. To complete the LightHouse Student registration process please start by submitting the Student Intake Form here.

For further information about the Summer Leadership Summit, please don't hesitate to contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at jgump@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7372.

Jun 24(1 event)

(All day): EHC Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

(All day)
Jun 20 Jun 24

Enchanted Hills Camp Summer Leadership Summit 2022: Leadership and Counselor in Training Program

Program Description

The Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC) Summer Leadership Summit focuses on developing blind/low vision leaders in an immersive training environment through soft-skills development and exploration of careers in such fields as educational, customer service, and other social or recreational job opportunities. Our training takes place through discussion, role modeling and practice under the supervision of LightHouse staff and experienced EHC Summer Administration staff. Upon completion of the Summer Leadership Summit, participants will walk away with a better understanding of how to be an effective self-advocate as well as further developed social and independent living skills that will better prepare them for transition and post-secondary education program options in the future. In addition, the Summer Leadership Summit program will help develop the soft skills, strong work ethic, and leadership essential for successful in future employment working with peers, supervisors, and students of all ages

The program will start with a week of training where participants will take part in job site readiness exercises and activities that will allow participants to develop leadership skills and soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, time management, and conflict resolution skills that will help participants prepare to become a counselor-in training (CIT) during the summer programs at EHC. In the second week of the series, participants will be assigned to a group of youth campers as a CIT. During this immersive opportunity, the participants will apply their new skills learned in the first week of the series with the support and supervision from summer Camp Counselors and experienced camp administration. Throughout the program CITs will also participate in discussions with blind/low vision leaders from the greater blind community as well as successfully employed adults about career opportunities, blindness philosophy, life hacks, and many other topics important to students as they become adults.

The Summer Leadership Summit at EHC is designed for teens ages 16-18 years old who are blind or low vision and are serious about improving their leadership skills by learning to work with children in a rigorous camp setting. As part of the program application process, students must complete LightHouse’s student intake form, conduct an interview with program staff and commit to participating fully in the program at EHC. We welcome perspective participants that possess a variety of previous camping experiences or an interest in exploring the social and recreational work profession to consider applying. Additional information about how to apply can be found below in this announcement.

Week 1 (June 20th – 24th): Leadership Development and Staff Training
Week 2 (July 11th – 16th): Counselor in Training Practicum

Program Objectives
Participants will be able to:

  • Actively participate in leadership training seminars throughout the program
  • Be a positive role-model for campers
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program activities designed specifically for blind campers
  • Assist Counselors and Area Leaders with management of campers, enforcing rules and instructions during activities
  • Promote Independence and motivate campers to use non-visual techniques
  • Incorporate active participation in camp meals, clean-up, and other daily functions through fun activities
  • Communicate with staff about problems or issues that arise with campers
  • Adapt all activities so that all campers can participate fully, regardless of their level of vision
  • Work with counselors to resolve disciplinary issues that arise with campers
  • Be active participants and assist staff during specialist, program, and group time
  • Assist campers in being successful with games, projects, and activities
  • Facilitate independence in camper participation
  • Facilitate a safe and healthy environment for campers
  • Assist in leading activities during leisure time for campers
  • Assist in the set-up and facilitation of camp events such as theme days
  • Demonstrate independent travel skills and assist when needed as an escort for campers needing extra assistance
  • Read from suggested best practices reading list prior to summer assignment
  • Assume additional, reasonable responsibilities as assigned by the counselors, Area Leaders, and administrative team
  • Adhere to the policies established in the EHC Staff Handbook

Program outcomes:

  • Each participant will receive 30+ hours of training to be an effective counselor and develop interpersonal soft skills that can be essential in many aspects of life and future employment
  • Each participant will take part in 30+ hours of observing and implementing concepts learned during the first week to be an effective CIT during the Youth Session of EHC
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of Individual and group per-employment transition skills discussions that will support their self-advocacy goals necessary for future transition services, post-secondary educational programs, or employment
  • Each participant will receive 10+ hours of job coaching on their role as councilors in training and help address any barriers for future employment
  • Each participant will receive 20+ hours of adjustment to blindness training to support the development of critical social and independent living skills during the Teen Session of EHC

Participant Outcomes
Through practice, self-reflection and staff coaching, participants will develop and implement the following:

  • Leadership skills that can be applied in many aspects of life and employment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
  • A blindness-positive philosophy and effective self-advocacy skills
  • Knowledge that will better prepare them for transition services and post-secondary education program options

Participation Expectations
Participants must be ready to adhere to the below responsibilities and expectations:

  • Adhere to all LightHouse Covid-19 safety protocols. At this time this includes proof that you have an update-to-date Covid-19 vaccine, mask requirements in public indoor spaces and other safety protocols set by LightHouse Executive leadership team.

***Please note - these requirements are subject to change***

  • Attend and engage in all sessions
  • Complete all tasks as requested
  • Be prepared to pitch in and help fellow campers when required
  • Be polite and respectful at all times

Summer Leadership Summit Program Fee
We are asking prospective participants that are eligible to DOR services to work with their counselor to get authorization to attend the program. The total authorization fee for the program is $3,000.00. This fee covers $100 a day for food and housing fees, as well as $150 a day for training fees, totaling $250 a day for 12 days. Additional support from DOR for transportation may be necessary for prospective participants that live outside the Bay Area. Limited scholarship opportunities are available for those that are not eligible for DOR services.

Application and Selection Process
Each prospective participant must complete the application process and be selected from a pool of competitive applicants. To start this process prospective participants must send an email to youth@lighthouse-sf.org that includes the following:

  • Why do you wish to participate in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What experience do you have that makes you qualified to be a participant in the Summer Leadership Summit?
  • What qualities do you possess that makes you stand out from other Summer Leadership Summit candidates?
  • Name and contact information for both a professional or personal reference as well as your most recent TVI and O&M Instructors

Once your interest email has been received, LightHouse staff will work with prospective participants to schedule an interview and any necessary Living Skills and or Orientation and Mobility evaluations. Prospective students who are new to LightHouse services will also need to complete our student intake form and student registration process before they will be considered for the program. To complete the LightHouse Student registration process please start by submitting the Student Intake Form here.

For further information about the Summer Leadership Summit, please don't hesitate to contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at jgump@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7372.

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