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Camp Cherith of WNY Horsemanship Activity Specialist in Hunt, New York
HORSEMANSHIP ACTIVITY SPECIALIST
RESPONSIBLE TO: Activity Director
AUTHORITY LIMITS:Must work within camp policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS: -Minimum age 21 -Available for entire camping season -Prior riding and horse care experience a must -Certification from a nationally recognized organization (CHA or CCHI) desired (Certification training made available to our staff)
QUALITIES NEEDED -Spiritual and emotional maturity -Ability to care for animals and others under your direction -Willingness to serve and perform tasks other than those assigned -Ability to work independently and in groups
RESPONSIBILITY BREAKDOWN Pre-Camp -Set up activity area and notify Activity Director of any purchasing or repair needs -Train activity assistants so they are able to perform the skills expected of campers and are prepared to teach those skills to campers -Participate in Pre-Camp Training of staff -Prepare lesson plans and have approved by Activity Director -Help plan weekly all-camp activities as assigned -Participate in and promote group spirit within the program team to set the tone for the summer During Camp -Registration DayAssist with registration day as assigned -Care for horse and tack -Teach children riding3 classes daily and free time riding -Prepare lesson plans and teach 4 levels of riding as specified by our program -Supervise horsemanship activity staff and delegate responsibility -Enforce and maintain a safe, positive riding environment -Supervise and train other leaders or assistants (communicate to them assigned tasks) -Keep accurate records and fill out all necessary paperwork -Submit maintenance requests as necessary for activity area -Monitor inventory and request additional supplies from Activity Directorresources as necessary -Clean, store and inventory all equipment and supplies at the end of the season -Each activity leader is responsible to use scripture that relates to the activity and make Biblical applications that relate to activity lessons.
This position is a full-time, 6 week commitment, from June 23 - August 3rd. May live at camp from Sunday noon - Friday evening (Housing and meals included) or commute (Meals included). Pay rate is $300/week.
Apply online at: https://campcherithwny.org/apply-today