Wrangler in Mears, Michigan at Grace Adventures

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Fulfill the overall ministry of Grace Adventures and implement the mission of summer camps. To provide the physical, emotional, and spiritual care for campers assigned to you.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and model a vital personal growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Perform weekend Ranch responsibilities
• Implement daily herd management
• Maintain and upkeep of ranch equipment, sites, and grounds
• Help implement Ranch programming
• Assist Riding Instructors when necessary
• Assist with Ranch Hands when necessary
• Assist with meals when necessary
• Implement and support trail ride, pony ride, and wagon ride activities
• Help implement Ranch camp closing showcase
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor(s)

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help run Ranch camp, guest group, and Community Worship programs with excellence
• Complete the course of study during orientation and follow all camp policies
• Become familiar with the camp staff, facilities and grounds
• Keep spiritually and physically prepared to minister
• Care for the well-being of the campers and guests ahead of your own personal desires
• Assist in Ranch-related program activities
• Attend all ranch camp activities, meals, and staff meetings.
• Fill out all paperwork and turn it in before you are dismissed at the end of the week
• Assist with housekeeping: cleaning showers, bunkhouses, bathrooms, and buildings to meet standards of excellence

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal

HOUSING: Provided throughout contract dates

MEALS: Provided throughout contract dates whenever campers or guests are being served

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a personal growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Knowledge of and love for God’s Word
• Love for kids and adults and ability to communicate with them
• Good health and stamina as required to implement a summer camp program. This will involve long hours, sleeping in bunkhouses with campers and lifting at times. Ability to work in various weather climates and conditions.
• Experience in teaching kids
• Willingness to participate in camp activities
• Minimum age 17 years old and out of High School
• Education required: High School Degree or equivalent
• Should be an experienced rider (equivalent to CHA level 2).
• Must be able to handle both kids and horses in a safe, fun, and educational way.