Objectives:
Objectives Explain the Committee’s role in recruiting adult leaders
Identify the types of adults sought
State the training available for new crew adults
List the keys to successful adult retention
Committee’s Role:
Committee’s Role Primary responsibility of Crew Committee is to provide adequate adult leadership
Recruit energetic, responsible adults
Certify their acceptance by the charter organization
Encourage adult leader training
Who Are The Adults?:
Who Are The Adults? Responsible andamp; high moral character
Desirable role model for teens
Supports BSA andamp; Charter Org’n standards
Enjoy working with young adults
Capable of motivating, teaching, and coaching teens
Encourage andamp; support teens’ challenging activities
Where To Find Them?:
Where To Find Them? Church
Outdoor/Sports stores
Military
Teachers
Activity/Adventure clubs
Sponsoring organization
Service clubs
Parents
Graduating Scout leaders
Adult Training :
Adult Training Crew Advisor Fast Start
Video and Written
New Leader Essentials
Venturing Leader Specific Training
Youth Protection
Keys to Retention:
Keys to Retention Training—give them the tools to succeed
Authority—more than chaperones
Responsibility—to match their talents andamp; desires
Scheduling—share the burden
(remember the session on 'Delegating?')
Activity—adults want to play, too
Summary:
Summary Crew committee charged with recruiting adults leadership for the crew
Want enthusiastic, responsible role models for the youth
Training helps ensure the adults succeed
Key to retaining them is making them feel part of the adult leadership team