Fort Stockton, TX, USA
15 days ago
Summer 2025 Camp Counselor

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking Camp Counselors to join our West Texas Children’s Camp in Fort Stockton, TX. Our camp spans 4 weeks from June 2nd to 27th. This exciting opportunity offers an array of camper-friendly activities, including horseback and ATV trail rides, swimming, fishing, hiking, and competitive games while 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 will 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 has 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 include:

Participate in training workshops before camp sessionsAssist in set-up, preparation, and clean-up of camp eventsImplement and maintain the daily camp scheduleSupervise campers of different ages during activitiesComply with Camp Horton's safety policiesPartner with Camp First Aid Specialist to attend to camper injuries and illnessesEnforce camp rules and address safety concerns, notifying camp management of any issues with horses, equipment, campers and/or the facilityActively collaborate with other Camp Counselors, Ranch staff, and departmentsEffectively communicate with parents/guardians when necessaryBuild relationships with campers through compassion and understanding to ensure a positive summer experienceFacilitate all camp events and activities including roll call and instructionCare for stock and horses including feeding, grooming, gathering horses, saddling, and adjusting saddles for campersTeach campers riding skills and safely lead trail rides on horse or ATVMaintain barn and horse areasMaintain camp ATVs and equipment through basic maintenance and safety practicesParticipate in various activities including swimming, fishing, horseback riding, ATV ridding, teambuilding games, etc.Other duties as assigned

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking Camp Counselors to join our West Texas Children’s Camp in Fort Stockton, TX. Our camp spans 4 weeks from June 2nd to 27th. This exciting opportunity offers an array of camper-friendly activities, including horseback and ATV trail rides, swimming, fishing, hiking, and competitive games while 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 will 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 has 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 include:

Participate in training workshops before camp sessionsAssist in set-up, preparation, and clean-up of camp eventsImplement and maintain the daily camp scheduleSupervise campers of different ages during activitiesComply with Camp Horton's safety policiesPartner with Camp First Aid Specialist to attend to camper injuries and illnessesEnforce camp rules and address safety concerns, notifying camp management of any issues with horses, equipment, campers and/or the facilityActively collaborate with other Camp Counselors, Ranch staff, and departmentsEffectively communicate with parents/guardians when necessaryBuild relationships with campers through compassion and understanding to ensure a positive summer experienceFacilitate all camp events and activities including roll call and instructionCare for stock and horses including feeding, grooming, gathering horses, saddling, and adjusting saddles for campersTeach campers riding skills and safely lead trail rides on horse or ATVMaintain barn and horse areasMaintain camp ATVs and equipment through basic maintenance and safety practicesParticipate in various activities including swimming, fishing, horseback riding, ATV ridding, teambuilding games, etc.Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum age of 18High School Diploma or GED required; college preferredPrevious positive experience working with children requiredPrevious experience as a Camp Counselor or Camp Leader strongly preferredPrevious horseback experience with rodeo, equestrian events, and/or ranch work strongly preferredPass State Required Background CheckPossess valid Driver’s LicenseEligible to work in the United StatesCPR Certified (or capable of passing qualification prior to start date)

Company will provide travel accommodations to/from the camp and room and board for the selected counselors.

Counselor candidates with horseback experience will be required to submit a riding and saddling video to the designated ranch/camp staff prior to hire.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum age of 18High School Diploma or GED required; college preferredPrevious positive experience working with children requiredPrevious experience as a Camp Counselor or Camp Leader strongly preferredPrevious horseback experience with rodeo, equestrian events, and/or ranch work strongly preferredPass State Required Background CheckPossess valid Driver’s LicenseEligible to work in the United StatesCPR Certified (or capable of passing qualification prior to start date)

Company will provide travel accommodations to/from the camp and room and board for the selected counselors.

Counselor candidates with horseback experience will be required to submit a riding and saddling video to the designated ranch/camp staff prior to hire.

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