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WORK SEEMS LESS LIKE “WORK” WHEN
YOU’RE HELPING TO GIVE KIDS
A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE.

When your day supports kids discovering joy, connection, independence, and hope, “work” feels a lot more meaningful. At Roundup River Ranch, you’ll join a diverse and enthusiastic team that brings extraordinary camp experiences to life for children with life-altering diagnoses and their families. Our environment is collaborative, mission-driven, and rooted in the belief that every role contributes to something truly impactful. Check back often for new and exciting opportunities to grow, contribute, and be part of something that matters.

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ARE YOU READY FOR THE BEST SUMMER EVER?! Join us for the 2027 Camp Season! 

Every Summer Roundup River Ranch employs a group of dedicated, talented, and fun professionals at our beautiful campsite in the Colorado Rockies. Gain experience in peer leadership, program development, and group dynamics while making a difference in the lives of campers with life-altering medical diagnoses. Apply today to be a part of the team that creates camp magic! Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. 

Keep reading for: available positions, job requirements, schedules, pay rates, bonus structures, and more!

Key Dates

Attending Staff Training is essential for team integration, position-specific training/certification, and learning all of Roundup River Ranch’s emergency procedures, policies, and program needs. Please review our training schedule dates below to plan ahead and confirm your availability for our essential trainings. If you are not available for all of these dates we encourage you to still apply as we may be able to grant some flexibility on a case-by-case basis and depending on prior experience. 

Unable to commit to the full camp season but still interested in supporting our Mission? Apply to volunteer HERE!  

2027 OPEN ROLES

Camp Photographer: Acquires, organizes, and utilizes photography and videography during the Summer Camp season. The Camp Photographer captures the magic and spirit of each camp session and supports the dissemination of such information with internal and external parties.
  • Pay rate: $103/day
  • This is a residential position – housing will be provided for the duration of employment.
  • Please note, that you must be 19 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Program Leader: Program Leaders are camp magic makers! They are responsible for facilitating all our camp programs- Art, Archery, Nature, Challenge Course, Boating and more. When not running programs, they also live and work in cabin with a group of 8-12 kids aged 7-17.
  • Pay rate: $103/day
  • This is a residential position – housing will be provided for the duration of employment.
  • Please note, that you must be 19 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Cabin Leader: The classic Camp Counselor! Cabin Leaders work with their cabin team to create a supportive and fun environment for campers, fellow staff, and volunteers. They lead campers to each activity of the day, support campers during transitions, and keep them engaged throughout their camp experience. They welcome volunteers each week and empower them as members of the camp team, working alongside them to tend to our camper’s non-medical personal care.
  • Pay rate: $103/day
  • This is a residential position – housing will be provided for the duration of employment.
  • Please note, that you must be 19 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Cabin Team Lead: The Cabin Team Lead(s) support Cabin Leaders in fulfilling their duties and expectations through coaching and hands on assistance. They will welcome volunteers each week and empower them as members of the camp team. As a part of the leadership team, they are responsible for admin tasks that keep camp moving.
  • Pay rate: $113/day
  • This is a residential position – housing will be provided for the duration of employment.
  • Please note, that you must be 19 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Program Team Lead: This is a seasonal leadership role! The Program Team Lead supports Program Leaders and the greater camp team in intentional programming through coaching and hands-on assistance. This position is also responsible for the execution of large group programming and weekly camp theme initiatives.
  • Pay rate: $113/day
  • This is a residential position – housing will be provided for the duration of employment.
  • Please note, that you must be 19 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Behavioral Health Lead: Serves as the front-line support for campers’ behavioral health needs and the as-needed support of Cabin Staff/volunteers in their care for campers. The Behavioral Health Lead serves as a primary point of contact and provides camper behavior support tools, resources, and training to seasonal staff in direct care of campers. Works under the direction of our Behavioral Health Manager, LCSW.
  • Pay rate: $113/day
  • This is a residential position – housing will be provided for the duration of employment.
  • Please note, that you must be 19 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Marketing Assistant: Acquires, organizes, and utilizes photography, videography, and camper/volunteer testimonials and interviews during the core summer camp season. The Marketing Assistant captures the magic and spirit of each camp session and supports the dissemination of such information with internal and external parties.
  • Pay rate: $18/hour
  • This could be a residential or non-residential position.
  • Please note, that you must be 16 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position
Events Administrative Assistant: Provides extensive administrative support to the Development Team for general fundraising activities, signature events (The Bullseye Roundup & A Grateful Harvest) and the online auction. This is a seasonal/temporary (July & August) part-time position to support the high-demand event and fundraising season.
  • Pay rate: $18/hour
  • This is a non-residential position.
  • Please note, that you must be 21 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Summer Camp Administrative Assistant: Provides direct support to the Camp Administrative Manager. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for performing high-quality, detail-oriented administrative duties to support successful overall day-to-day operations of our Summer Camp Program. This role is highly administrative, with some opportunity to witness the impact of our Mission.
  • Pay rate: $18/hour
  • This is a non-residential position.
  • Please note, that you must be 16 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Prep Chef – Dietary Assistant: Supports daily kitchen and food service duties to ensure the highest standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation are met to support the medical safety and dietary needs of all campers, staff, and volunteers; creates a high-quality, safe food experience for all campers, staff, and volunteers. This position works as a connection between the Medical Team and the Food Service Manager to ensure proper dietary restrictions are in place and implemented to accommodate campers’ needs.
  • Pay rate: $18 – $22/hour
  • This could be a residential or non-residential position, however must be available to support the needs of the Kitchen including being available to support anytime when camp is in session.
  • Please note, that you must be 16 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Cookhouse Team Lead: Supports daily kitchen and food service duties to ensure the highest standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation are met to support the medical safety and dietary needs of all campers, staff, and volunteers; creates a high-quality, safe food experience for all campers, staff, and volunteers.
  • Pay rate: $20-25/hour
  • This could be a residential or non-residential position, however must be available to support the needs of the Kitchen including being available to support anytime when camp is in session.
  • Please note, that you must be 16 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.
Prep Chef: Supports daily kitchen and food service duties to ensure the highest standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation are met to support the medical safety and dietary needs of all campers, staff, and volunteers; creates a high-quality, safe food experience for all campers, staff, and volunteers.
  • Pay rate: $18-20/hour
  • This could be a residential or non-residential position, however must be available to support the needs of the Kitchen including being available to support anytime when camp is in session.
  • Please note, that you must be 16 years of age or older by your training start date to be eligible for this position.

Bonuses

Available to Residential Program & Cabin Staff

Roundup River Ranch is committed to providing competitive pay to all employees. Cabin Leaders, Program Leaders, and our Behavioral Health Leads, Cabin Team Leads & Program Team Lead positions who are paid a daily stipend are eligible to receive additional bonus payments as outlined below.  Bonus payments will be paid based on the schedule and terms outlined upon completing our hiring process and receiving a formal Offer of Employment. Please note, seasonal hourly paid positions are NOT eligible to receive these bonuses.

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2027 Onsite Camp Calendar