D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking Camp Counselors to join our West Texas Children’s Camp in Fort Stockton, TX. Our camp spans six weeks from June 2nd to July 21st, with a brief break for the Fourth of July. This exciting opportunity offers an array of camper-friendly activities, including horseback and ATV trail rides, swimming, canoeing, fishing, hiking, and competitive games while maintaining a focus on instilling good manners and vital life skills in campers aged 9-13.

 As a Camp Counselor, your role is essential. You serve as a role model and leader by exemplifying Camp Horton's values in every action and word. You'll be engaging with the campers to lead daily activities, facilitate games, and forge meaningful connections that will make the summer unforgettable!

The ideal candidate excels at multitasking and possesses a genuine passion for empowering young minds. They embody patience, enthusiasm, and confidence while guiding and motivating campers. Our goal is to create an environment where kids can simply be kids, and we believe outstanding counselors make that possible.

Camp Counselor responsibilities consist of but are not limited to:

• 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 First Aid Specialist 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


• Effectively communicate with parents/guardians when necessary


• 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 ridding, teambuilding games, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18


• High School Diploma or GED; college preferred


• Previous experience as a Camp Counselor or Camp Leader preferred


• Previous horseback experience with rodeo, equestrian events, and/or ranch work strongly preferred


• 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.