Program Leader

RRR Seasonal Career Center•Gypsum, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Leader plans, prepares, and facilitates camp programs that further the mission of Roundup River Ranch. The role supports camp activities and the general camp program, ensuring activities follow quality intentional-programming principles and meet safety requirements. The Program Leader provides direct care to campers, including attending to daytime and nighttime needs, and welcomes and supports volunteers each week. This is a residential, seasonal position at camp. It involves extended workdays typical of a camp environment, with regular time off scheduled each day and at least two days off after each session. Accommodation is provided for the duration of the contract, and meals are provided while camp is in session. The role is scheduled for 40 or more hours and includes weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Requirements

Be at least 19 years old.
Previous experience working with children and/or special-needs populations.
Passion for the Roundup River Ranch mission.
Proven experience facilitating activities with youth.
Strong collaboration and team-building skills.
Well-developed verbal communication skills.
Ability to identify emergencies by sight or sound, including cries for help or an emergency alert.
Ability to respond to emergencies requiring swift movement and CPR.
Ability to supervise campers in varied settings while maintaining awareness of behavior and safety, including auditory and visual attention.
Ability to remain active and alert for multiple hours at a time.
Availability to be onsite at Roundup River Ranch from May 10 through August 14, 2027.

Nice To Haves

Recognized qualifications or experience in the activity to be led, including Art, Nature, Discovery (Science), Fine Art (Music and Drama), or Horses programs.

Responsibilities

Ensure camp programs support Roundup River Ranch's mission, vision, and values.
Integrate and support volunteers at camp and provide training as needed.
Provide behavior support to campers, including positive feedback, help with group issues, and sensitivity to campers' fears and concerns.
Know and follow safety and emergency procedures, and ensure campers understand safety rules.
Maintain confidentiality concerning campers, colleagues, and support-team discussions and responsibilities.
Follow policies and procedures in the staff contract, manual, and staff orientation.
Act professionally and serve as a role model for campers, volunteers, and staff.
Attend and participate in training, meetings, and planning sessions; follow the assigned schedule punctually.
Keep cabins and living spaces clean and tidy, and participate in camp setup and shutdown for each session and the summer season.
Plan, adapt, facilitate, and debrief quality programs for diverse populations.
Lead discussions that help campers set personal goals and apply lessons from programs to other areas of their lives.
Ensure assigned programs are camper-focused and reflect intentional programming and Social Emotional Learning principles.
Maintain program areas, complete opening and closing procedures and daily safety and equipment checks, update logs, and communicate needs and concerns to Program Leadership.
Prepare for large-group programs by assisting Team Leads with group management, supplies, and timing.
Review available information about camper groups, including medical and behavior alerts and information from the support team, cabin leaders, and volunteers.
Maintain physically and emotionally safe activity areas and cabins for campers, staff, and volunteers.
Provide direct camper support as needed to maintain appropriate camper-to-staff ratios.
Assist campers with personal care as needed, including toileting, showering, changing bedding, and washing camper clothes.
Perform other duties as assigned.