El Ranchito Camp Experience Coordinator

Tucked away in the charming suburbs of Long Beach, El Ranchito is a tree-lined high adventure day camp, where campers are encouraged to take safe risks that boost bravery and promote goal setting. Exciting, confidence-building outdoor activities include archery, low ropes, and a 32-foot climbing tower.

The camp operates with daily exposure to various weather conditions and animals such as bugs, raccoons, and other wilderness animals common to the area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement program activities for all facets of camp.
   • Regularly supervise and give feedback to camp staff.
   • Provide recommendations and concerns to Camp Experience Manager regarding staff performances.
   • Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders. 
   • Maintain clear and positive written and verbal communication with all camp staff.
2. Deliver a fun and safe program that meets the standards laid out in the camp guide.
   • Ensure program schedules are prepared and implemented that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers. 
   • Deliver progressive program activities. 
   • Evaluate the success of the program and the development of the campers’ abilities and skills in various program activities. 
3. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. 
   • Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures. 
   • Set a good example to campers and others regarding general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship. 
4. Assist with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the overall camp operations. 
   • Address program concerns in a timely manner; effectively communicate changes and concerns with the Camp Experience Manager. 
   • Assist in the planning and implementation of staff training. 
   • Serve as a role model through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth.
   • Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special programs, and other all-camp activities and camp functions. 
   • Participate in staff meetings and lead daily staff meetings as needed.
   • Assist where needed with camper “check-in” and “check-out”. 
   • Provide outstanding customer service to families. 
5. Develop and implement programs and schedules for all areas of camp program and facilities. 
   • Take the lead in the creation of program and activity schedules. 
   • Collect and evaluate camper surveys records; report and evaluate camp program and activity areas.
6. Other duties as assigned