Summer Staff
The Horn Creek summer staff program is a 12 week experience for young adults that can truly be life changing. You will serve and minister to our guests and kids at Horn Creek as well as participate in small groups, worship, teaching, and even find some time to play in the mountains.
“We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us.” 1 Thess 2:8
What to Expect this Summer
The vision and ministry of Horn Creek is to provide an environment where individuals and families can truly get away and get with God. We also take seriously our opportunity to minister to the young adults who work at Horn Creek each summer. If you come to serve with us, you will be given opportunities to grow in the following areas: weekly worship services, small groups, bible studies, mentoring, fellowship, fun outings with other summer staff and leaders, and opportunities to explore God's amazing creation here in the Rockies.
We want you to grow, and we are committed to your spiritual growth while you are at Horn Creek.
Horn Creek and the Wet Mountain Valley Area
The area around Horn Creek includes numerous mountain lakes, mountain peaks including several "fourteeners", and miles and miles of trail starting right out our back door!
On-camp activities include a high ropes challenge course, horseback riding, climbing wall, indoor gym, racquet ball, bowling, waterslides, pool, horseshoes, kayaking, frisbee golf, low ropes challenge course, alpine swing, numerous picnic and campfire areas, fishing, two mountain streams running through the property, and tremendous scenic views.
Local recreation nearby includes horseback riding on a local working ranch, rafting on the Arkansas River, mountain biking, mountain lakes with fishing, numerous mountain towns, “fourteener” mountain peaks, local restaurants and picnic areas, and more.
We are about an hour and a half from Colorado Springs and three hours from Denver.
Terms of Service
We expect a full 12 weeks from each summer employee.
Arrival date for 2010 summer staffers is Saturday, May 22, 2010.
Departure date for 2010 summer staffers is Monday, August 16, 2010.
Once the employee offer letter is signed, dates of arrival and departure may not change. First priority is given to individuals that can commit to a full summer. In some cases a shorter term may be agreed upon and reflected in the summer employment offer letter.
Summer Staff Positions
Server/Housekeeper
Responsibilities include serving three meals a day and taking care of the camp facility where assigned. There is a weekly cleaning day between guest groups. During that day, the staff cleans rooms and prepares the facility for the newly arriving group. Servers have an up-front role with guests at meals, during programming times, and when asked to meet guests' requests. You will get to know our guest groups from week to week. Work hours are approximately 7:30am-2pm, break, and 5:30pm – 8pm.
Server/Housekeeper/Nursery
Responsibilities are the same as Server/Housekeeper with the addition of leading the nursery program at a specific camp during the teaching at evening Round-Up.
Assistant Crew Leader
The Assistant Crew Leader is part of the Server/Housekeer team. Previous food service and leadership experience is ideal. Responsibilities include assisting the Crew Leader with daily work duties in the dining room and kitchen, coordinating the effort alongside the Lead Cook and Camp Hosts, and to lead the crew when in the place of the Crew Leader when called upon. The Assistant Crew Leader must be willing and able to lead their peers, communicate clearly, and be detail oriented. Work hours are approximately 7:30am – 2pm, break, 5:30pm-8pm.
Assistant Cook
We desire an individual to have knowledge of cooking; experience is a plus but not a must. Responsibilities relate to assisting the lead cook, who provides three meals a day to our guests and staff. All cooks receive kitchen training during orientation. Assistant cooks should be willing and able to lead the kitchen when called upon in the Lead Cooks absence. Work hours are approximately 7am – 1pm, break, and 5pm – 7pm.
Hosting-Team Member/Programmer
We desire an individual with previous camp programming and/or leadership experience. Members of the Hosting Team must be experienced, comfortable and effective communicating in a large group setting. Responsibilities include significant up-front roles in nightly camp activities, skits, general announcements to groups (up to 150 guests), and weekly relationship building with guest groups. Programmers and Hosts must be willing to lead groups of up to 150 people, independently organize activities, and take intitiative. This role is highly relational and will encompass all parts of the day. Work hours are approximately 8am – 10pm.
Recreation
We prefer an individual with previous Horn Creek summer employment experience. Responsibilities include indoor/outdoor recreation as well as snack/gift shop duties. Each recreation staff will rotate between all positions throughout the summer, and will be required to work 2-3 evenings in the recreation center during the week (8:45-11pm). Work hours are approximately 8:30-11:30, 1-5pm, 8:45-11pm.
Recreation activities at Horn Creek include: Bowling, Rock Wall, Racquet ball, Frisbee Golf, Hiking (guided/unguided), open Gym, Horseback Rides, Waterslides, Swimming Pool, Kayaking, Fishing, High Ropes, Team Challenge Course, and Alpine Swing.
Hike Leader
Responsibilities are the same as a recreation staff but require you to have Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification in order to lead hikes in the National Forest land. Hike leaders lead 1-2 hikes per week as needed. Hike leaders need to be highly relational on hikes by getting to know the guests. If leading a hike, work hours are approximately 6am – 5pm. On days not leading hikes, work hours are approximately 8:30-11:30, 1-5pm, 8:45-11pm (if scheduled for evening shift).
Lifeguard
Responsibilities are the same as a recreation staff but require you to have Lifeguard certification. All lifeguards will be trained in water, chemicals, and Horn Creek facilities during orientation. Lifeguards watch the waterslides and Swimming Pool as needed. In case of inclement weather, lifeguards are required to finish their daily work duties in the recreation center. Work hours are approximately 8:30-11:30, 1-5pm, 8:45-11pm (if scheduled for evening shift).
Assistant Wrangler
Must have previous horse experience. Responsibilities include assisting Lead Wrangler, daily barn and horse chores, and daily rides for guests. Horn Creek will train assistant wranglers in the Horn Creek program. Assistant wranglers must be willing to learn new and different methods from previous horse experience. Work hours are approximately 8am -6pm with flexibility for the needs of the guests. We desire an individual willing to be highly relational on rides in order to get to know our guests.
Grounds Crew
We desire individuals who are familiar with power tools, lawn equipment, and general maintenance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: trash pick up, mowing, trimming, lumberjacking, painting, general facility repair, propane checks, small engine upkeep, hot tub upkeep, landscaping (watering plants, weeding, and general camp beautification), any other outdoor/indoor projects that arise throughout the summer. The Grounds crew will assist with camp turn day only if the need arises. To be apart of this crew you must be in good physical condition (be able to lift more than 50lbs) and work outside all day. We desire individuals that are willing and able to lead a crew of workers/volunteers in projects of limited scope. The Grounds Crew will be trained and certified in specific power-tool operations during orientation. Work hours are approximately 7am - 4:30pm and 2 trash pick ups at 7:30pm during the week.
Camp Healthcare Provider
We require individuals who are certified as a Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse (RN), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Responsibilities include overseeing all medical procedures for guests and staff. We desire an individual who is a self-starter, multi-tasker, and creative problem-solver. Horn Creek has a number of employees trained as Emergency Medical Responders (EMR) that can and will assist when needed. Work hours are approximately 7am – 10pm with flexibility for guest’s medical needs that may arise at any time.
Summer Staff Applicants Must Meet The Following Requirements
Compensation
Housing and food will be covered 100% throughout the entire summer.
1st year staffers, $650/mo + tips
2nd year staffers, $750/mo + tips
3rd+ year staffers, $850/mo + tips
Application Process
- Download Horn Creek Summer Staff Application Form and 3 Reference Forms.
- Complete the Horn Creek Summer Staff Application with 3 references.
- Mail to:
Sara West
Internship Application
6758 CR 130
Westcliffe, CO 81252 - Give a reference form and envelope (stamped and addressed to Horn Creek) to each of your references. They must mail them directly to camp…not back to you. Good choices for references are pastors, spiritual mentors, bible study leaders, teachers, professors, employers, etc. You will need at total of 3 individuals.
- We will contact you via email to set up your phone interview. We must receive all 3 references and your application before setting up an interview.
We are almost full for the 2010 season. We are still in need of Assistant Cooks!
If you are interested in more information or have any questions please contact:
Sara West 573-214-0969 or sarawest@horncreek.org.
Downloadable Forms in pdf Format:
Horn Creek Summer Staff Application Form
Horn Creek Summer Staff Handbook