Behavior Modification

1. The participant code of conduct states that the camper must

Show respect for all individuals.

Demonstrate respect for equipment, supplies and facilities.

Demonstrate self control and appropriate self-conduct

All of the above.

2. Why do we use behavior modification strategies when working with campers?

It enhances campers social skills.

It is our policy.

It creates a welcoming environment.

All of the above.

3. How should you address Level 2 behaviors?

Utilize reward/incentive system.

Set clear limits.

Create a behavior agreement.

All of the above.

4. A camper has been frequently throwing tantrums at camp. On Wednesday he swings his fist at a camp staff. What level is this behavior?

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Once a camper puts their aggression towards other staff and participants the behavior becomes level 3 behavior. At this point a Behavior Agreement should already be in place. If it is not, now is the time to write one with your supervisor and share with the camper and their parent/guardian.

Explanation

Once a camper puts their aggression towards other staff and participants the behavior becomes level 3 behavior. At this point a Behavior Agreement should already be in place. If it is not, now is the time to write one with your supervisor and share with the camper and their parent/guardian.

5. If a camper shows up to camp displaying very aggressive behavior what should you do?

Contact your supervisor and the Therapeutic Recreation Office

Contact the Camp Coordinator

Possibly send the camper home

Require the campers siblings to attend camp too.

Both A and C.

If you can rearrange staff to provide a 1:1 support to this camper, that is the best course of action. If the camper is incredibly aggressive and you do not know how to help them, talk to your supervisor because they may have to go home for the day. Make sure to also contact the Inclusion Support Coordinators in the TR Office so they can help provide support and so they are aware of the situation.

Explanation

If you can rearrange staff to provide a 1:1 support to this camper, that is the best course of action. If the camper is incredibly aggressive and you do not know how to help them, talk to your supervisor because they may have to go home for the day. Make sure to also contact the Inclusion Support Coordinators in the TR Office so they can help provide support and so they are aware of the situation.

6. A camper has been displaying level 1 behavior. The camp staff decides to make the camper skip snack. Is this an appropriate behavior modification technique?

Yes

No

Campers should never be denied food.

Explanation

Campers should never be denied food.

7. Which of the following are social competencies built through summer camp experiences?

Planning and decision making

How to tell a joke

Resistance skills

Both A and B

Both A and C

8. When using incentives camp staff should

Verbally reinforce appropriate behavior when it happens.

Give the incentive at a predetermined time.

Surprise the campers with random incentives.

Both A and B.

Both B and C

9. Which of the following are characteristics of Level 1 behaviors?

Camper is infrequently out of their seat.

Camper has temper tantrums every few hours at camp.

Camper does not talk to his fellow campers.

Camper asks to go to the bathroom.

10. Which of the following are characteristics of Level 2 behaviors?

Camper is infrequently out of their seat.

Camper has temper tantrums every few hours at camp.

Camper does not talk to his fellow campers.

Camper asks to go to the bathroom.

11. Which of the following are tools should you not use when an inappropriate behavior is happening?

Gentle touch

Redirecting

Verbal scalding

Planned ignoring

12. Which of the following is not one of the 5 C's?

Be Caring

Be willing to Change

Be Clear

Be Courteous

13. A camper had been getting along well at camp all week, on Thursday you are leading an activity when the camper steals the ball you are using and refuses to give it back. What level is this behavior?

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Since this is a first time occurrence, then it is level 1 behavior. If it becomes a pattern and more of a distraction for others then it can increase to a level 2 or 3 behavior.

Explanation

Since this is a first time occurrence, then it is level 1 behavior. If it becomes a pattern and more of a distraction for others then it can increase to a level 2 or 3 behavior.

14. A camper has been at camp for two days, each day he has had a problem talking back to camp staff during arts and crafts. What level is this behavior?

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Because the behaviors are becoming consistent and are interfering with participation of others, this would be a level 2 behavior. If it is the first time that they are talking back to staff, that would be a level 1 behavior. If the talking back is impacting the program because it is a distraction that others cannot ignore, then it would be a level 3 behavior. Once a person has reached level 2 behavior, a Behavior Agreement should be implemented.

Explanation

Because the behaviors are becoming consistent and are interfering with participation of others, this would be a level 2 behavior. If it is the first time that they are talking back to staff, that would be a level 1 behavior. If the talking back is impacting the program because it is a distraction that others cannot ignore, then it would be a level 3 behavior. Once a person has reached level 2 behavior, a Behavior Agreement should be implemented.