Children's Counselor

4UR Ranch

Children’s Counselors
This is a great position for the individual who is high energy and loves kids. Working together, 3 counselors will be responsible for implementing a supervised program for children ages five to twelve. This program is a guest amenity and takes place daily from 9 to 12 mornings and 2 to 5 afternoons. Counselors will work an additional 3-4 hours two nights a week. It requires supervision and participation in various activities, games and events. Emphasis is on outdoor education, such as nature hikes, fishing, archery, wildlife identification, and horseback riding. Counselors must be prepared for physical activity, comfortable working with horses, and carry up-to-date CPR and First Aid certifications before arriving at the ranch.

Staffers will have 1 to 2 roommates and room and board is provided.

Our guest season runs from Mid May through October 4th. 

40-45 hours a week.

Pay rate is $14.50/hr plus end of season bonus. 

About the Ranch

The 4UR Ranch is one of the oldest resorts in the state of Colorado and has been welcoming guests for over 140 years. The 3500 acre ranch has natural hot springs, 6 miles of private fly fishing, thousands of acres of mountain access, a herd of 55 horses, a geothermal outdoor pool, a new fitness room, and a Le Cordon Bleu trained chef; the guest amenities are exceptional. If you’re hired as part of our team, you will have opportunities to take advantage of these as well, making the 4UR Ranch way more than just another Colorado Summer job.

Company Culture 

At the 4UR Ranch, we put an emphasis on teamwork, trust and commitment in the workplace. We view all members of our team as family and treat each other how we want to be treated. The pace of work can be fast and challenging at times but the reward is always worth it. During off time, staff has access to everything out guests enjoy from fly fishing, horseback riding, shooting sports, the hot springs and more. Additionally, the beauty of the ranch is further enhanced when spending time around the surrounding area.  Around the area are attractions such as The Great Sand Dunes National Park, Lake San Cristobal, the towns of Durango and Pagosa and much more. Furthermore, the area is a hot spot for many folk, country and bluegrass festivals throughout the summer and also features Colorado's oldest pro rodeo. The 4UR provides an amazing work experience but also provides a great life experience enhanced by the wonderful people you will form lifelong connections with.