Camp Counselor
Days End Farm Horse Rescue is hiring an energetic camp counselor to work with us this summer. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and love working outdoors in a high-energy and fun environment. Camp counselors play an essential role in our Legacy Horse Camp and help kids reach their full potential while having a fun summer with our horses. Camp counselors will work with students ages 7-17 in a fun, hands-on learning environment. This position will allow candidates to make a positive impact in the development of youth.
Days End Farm Horse Rescue�s camp runs June 6, 2022 through August 19, 2022 and is closed the week of July 4th. Each day will begin at 8:30AM and end at 4:30PM, Monday - Friday. Working as a camp counselor at DEFHR represents a unique opportunity to work at a progressive organization that is passionate about inspiring and making a difference in the lives of youth and horses alike.
This program is ideal for those interested in outdoor and environmental education, agriculture education, elementary or secondary education or equestrian instruction. The ideal candidate will have a
�can do� attitude, be enthusiastic and show excitement in working with children. Horse experience is not required.
General Responsibilities
Execute lessons and activities to keep campers engaged and active
Be highly engaging with campers
Set-up and breakdown of space, including organizing materials or equipment for the day
Collaborate with staff to maintain a supportive and structured environment for the campers
Serve as a leader and aid in execution of camp schedule for the day
Be highly organized and well prepared
Qualifications
At least 18 years of age
1+ years experience working with children and youth preferred
1+ years of horse handling preferred but not required
Highly energetic leader, positive and enthusiastic attitude
Able to create and execute a plan
High degree of organizational skills and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility/adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions
Skilled in time, organization and stress management
Committed to child development
Excels working in a team environment
Participate enthusiastically in all activities, modeling and helping to engage campers
Promote positive attitude, teamwork and safety
Payment
Competitive: Based on experience
Weekly Commitment
Commitment to entire summer program: June 6 � August 19 (off week of July 4 � if overlaps with college start date, end date can be flexible), 40 hours per week, Monday � Friday.
Duration
June 6, 2022 � August 19, 2022
Supervised By
Operations Director
Appointed By
Operations Director
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
Are you available the dates of camp? June 6 - August 19, closed the week of July 4th. There is flexibility on the start and end date if it conflicts with college class schedule.
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Equine: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Days End Farm Horse Rescue is hiring an energetic camp counselor to work with us this summer. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and love working outdoors in a high-energy and fun environment. Camp counselors play an essential role in our Legacy Horse Camp and help kids reach their full potential while having a fun summer with our horses. Camp counselors will work with students ages 7-17 in a fun, hands-on learning environment. This position will allow candidates to make a positive impact in the development of youth.
Days End Farm Horse Rescue�s camp runs June 6, 2022 through August 19, 2022 and is closed the week of July 4th. Each day will begin at 8:30AM and end at 4:30PM, Monday - Friday. Working as a camp counselor at DEFHR represents a unique opportunity to work at a progressive organization that is passionate about inspiring and making a difference in the lives of youth and horses alike.
This program is ideal for those interested in outdoor and environmental education, agriculture education, elementary or secondary education or equestrian instruction. The ideal candidate will have a
�can do� attitude, be enthusiastic and show excitement in working with children. Horse experience is not required.
General Responsibilities
Execute lessons and activities to keep campers engaged and active
Be highly engaging with campers
Set-up and breakdown of space, including organizing materials or equipment for the day
Collaborate with staff to maintain a supportive and structured environment for the campers
Serve as a leader and aid in execution of camp schedule for the day
Be highly organized and well prepared
Qualifications
At least 18 years of age
1+ years experience working with children and youth preferred
1+ years of horse handling preferred but not required
Highly energetic leader, positive and enthusiastic attitude
Able to create and execute a plan
High degree of organizational skills and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility/adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions
Skilled in time, organization and stress management
Committed to child development
Excels working in a team environment
Participate enthusiastically in all activities, modeling and helping to engage campers
Promote positive attitude, teamwork and safety
Payment
Competitive: Based on experience
Weekly Commitment
Commitment to entire summer program: June 6 � August 19 (off week of July 4 � if overlaps with college start date, end date can be flexible), 40 hours per week, Monday � Friday.
Duration
June 6, 2022 � August 19, 2022
Supervised By
Operations Director
Appointed By
Operations Director
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
Are you available the dates of camp? June 6 - August 19, closed the week of July 4th. There is flexibility on the start and end date if it conflicts with college class schedule.
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Equine: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location