Camp Counselor (RM)

D.R. Horton•Fort Stockton, TX

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Camp Counselor. The right candidate is responsible for the well-being and safety of children at Camp Horton. Responsibilities will include coordinating activities for the campers and supervising campers to make sure they are safe and happy. The Camp Counselor is expected to work with a diverse group of campers while modeling respectful behavior.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum 18 years old
Previous positive experience working with children and horses required
Pass State Required Background Check
Possess valid Driver’s License
Eligible to work in the United States
CPR Certified (or capable of passing qualification prior to start date)
Counselor candidates will be required to submit a riding and saddling video to the designated ranch/camp staff prior to hire.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email
Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day; sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl; walk up and down stairs; walk on unlevel terrain; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
Must be able to work outside and in all types of weather conditions
The noise level is generally moderate, but might be loud during camp activities

Nice To Haves

Current college enrolled student preferred
Previous experience as a Camp Counselor or Camp Leader preferred
Previous horseback experience with rodeo, equestrian events, and/or ranch work strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in training workshops before camp sessions
Assist in set-up, preparation, and clean-up of camp events
Implement and maintain the daily camp schedule
Supervise campers of different ages during activities
Comply with Camp Horton's safety policies
Partner with Camp Medic to attend to camper injuries and illnesses
Enforce camp rules and address safety concerns, notifying camp management of any issues with horses, equipment, campers and/or the facility
Actively collaborate with other Camp Counselors, Ranch staff, and departments
Build relationships with campers through compassion and understanding to ensure a positive summer experience
Facilitate all camp events and activities including roll call and instruction
Care for stock and horses including feeding, grooming, gathering horses, saddling, and adjusting saddles for campers
Teach campers riding skills and safely lead trail rides on horse or ATV
Maintain barn and horse areas
Maintain camp ATVs and equipment through basic maintenance and safety practices
Participate in various activities including swimming, fishing, horseback riding, ATV riding, teambuilding games, etc.
Effectively communicate with parents of campers when necessary
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to work long hours as needed
Ability to travel overnight