Girl's Counselor - Summer Seasonal

Description

Responsible to assist in the oversight of all horse-related camps and activities, including cabin leaders, activities, program development, health and safety, training, some horse riding programs, classes, barn, pasture, and equipment management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Stable & Facility Management

• Barn/facility maintenance and cleaning.
• Pasture maintenance and cleaning.
• Must take part in the fire evacuation plan for the specific area assigned.

Health/Management of the Campers

• Provide essential care of the campers and work in concert with PCCC Horsemanship Director.
• Oversee meals and cleaning of the dining hall for campers.
• Maintain medical record and medications for campers.
• Report supply needs to Horsemanship Director (cabin supplies, medical, etc.)

Safety

• Notice and correct safety hazards to campers and  staff.
• Be able to know when an activity is unsafe for campers.
• Report to the Horsemanship Director campers having difficulties or are not feeling well.
• Enforce all camp rules and safety procedures daily.

Activities

• Ride horses as needed.
• Teach and model rules and techniques at each activity
• Stay on schedule.
• Report any activity equipment needs to the Horsemanship Director.

Cabins

• Welcome and orient campers.
• Keep cabins clean and orderly.
• Make the cabins safe and the cabin times safer. 
• Prepare campers for their lessons and get them ready for the day. 
• Conduct a safe, enjoyable, and successful camp.

Program Camps

• Assist in the direction of activities at the barn, activities and cabins during Horse Camp.
• Responsible for keeping campers on task.
• Help develop night activities and campfire times. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of  the program curriculum.
• Assist with the Showdeo as directed by the Horsemanship Director.
• Welcomes and greets parents and oversees the safety of family members at the facility.
• Works in conjunction with the Horsemanship Director to develop existing and new theme ideas.
• Participates in program camp activities as directed.
• Is in direct communication with Horsemanship Director.

* These duties are not exhaustive; with consideration of the job requirements and employee’s skills, this job description may be amended at the discretion of the employee’s immediate supervisor.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ, exercising personal faith through consistent daily living in accordance with God’s Word.
• Understands the mission of Palomar Christian Conference Center and is in agreement with its Statement of Faith, and submits all other goals and desires to that main goal.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possesses interpersonal skills such as are required to maintain positive relations with both staff and guests.
• Possesses excellent customer service skills and presents a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Possesses strong attention to detail and organization while managing multiple priorities.
• Is proficient in basic Microsoft applications (Windows, Office, etc.)
• Must have (3) three years prior work experience in a related field.
• Must have extensive horse experience and understand horse behavior.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and move a minimum of 100 lbs.

Typical Work Schedule

• As a FLSA Exempt position, the Head Wrangler may be expected to work more than 8 hours a day, depending on the needs and schedules of the campers.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required by their immediate supervisor to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.

Salary : $16