Girl's Counselor - Summer Seasonal Job at Palomar Christian Conference Center in

Girl's Counselor - Summer Seasonal

Palomar Christian Conference Center

Description

Responsible to assist in the oversight of all horse-related camps and activities, including cabin leaders, activities, program development, health and safety, training, 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 an 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.

Salary

$350 per week plus food and lodging.