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Personal Narrative: A Career As A Counselor

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Last summer I had the privilege of working at a residential camp as a counselor. I had many different responsibilities, including taking care of campers, leading tasks, programming activities, and working on logistical endeavors necessary for camp. I began working at Aldersgate not only because I needed a job, but because I remembered the unforgettable experiences I had as a camper when I was younger. Most summers, when I went there for a week, I made new friendships, pushed physical boundaries, gained some independence, and further explored my faith. Returning as a staff member exceeded my expectations. Though it was for only eight weeks, I was able to meet counselors from all over the world, interact with campers from a multitude of backgrounds,

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