Inclusion Support Specialist; Wrangler

Located on the shores of Stave Lake in Mission, BC, just one hour east of Vancouver, Zajac Ranch is situated on 41 acres of pristine forested land. During the summer months, Zajac Ranch provides camps for children and young adults with chronic, life threatening and/or debilitating conditions. In the off-season, Zajac Ranch welcomes school groups and private rentals. Revenue raised from site rentals goes to supporting Zajac Ranch summer medical camps.

Unit Leaders

None

Contract, Seasonal

Summer Camp Season (2027)
* some camp session exceptions may apply due to private camps

$155.00 per day; plus, meals and accommodation provided during camp sessions.

Multiple

The Wrangler (Inclusion Support Specialist) is a frontline camper-care role providing individualized or enhanced support to campers who require additional physical, behavioural, developmental, or participation support. Working under the direction of the Unit Leader, the Inclusion Support Specialist helps campers participate safely and meaningfully in cabin life, activities, meals, transitions, and camp-wide experiences.

This role collaborates closely with counsellors, Rangers, Unit Leaders, and the Nursing Team to follow established support plans, adapt participation as appropriate, and promote inclusion. Depending on camper needs and the weekly staffing plan, an Inclusion Support Specialist may provide dedicated one-to-one support or enhanced support within a small group.

• Provide individualized support, modifications, and adaptive strategies to help campers fully engage in daily activities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment for all participants.
• Communicate camper observations, needs, progress, and concerns to the Unit Leader and other appropriate members of the leadership or Nursing Team. Parent/guardian communication is completed by designated leadership unless otherwise directed.
• Utilize emotional regulation tools, visual aids, and positive behavior strategies to enhance participation and success.
• Maintain confidentiality of camper information and uphold professional boundaries at all times.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to medical or behavioural incidents, follow established care and emergency procedures, and seek support from the Unit Leader and Nursing Team as required.
• Participate in camp routines, meetings, and team discussions to ensure coordinated support.
• Complete required daily and end-of-session documentation accurately and on time, including observations that may support future camper planning.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall camp operations.

• Zajac Ranch operates as one camp team, and all staff are expected to support one another to help create a safe, positive, and memorable experience for campers.
• Staff may occasionally be asked to assist outside of their usual assignment when additional support is needed, including helping with camper supervision, activity setup or cleanup, meals, transitions, special events, staff breaks, or other reasonable camp duties.
• Staff are expected to be flexible, communicate openly, and step in where they are able and appropriately trained to do so.
• No staff member is expected to take on duties they are not trained, authorized, or comfortable performing. Staff should communicate with their supervisor whenever they are unsure or need additional support.
• A collaborative, “team-first” attitude is an important part of working at Zajac Ranch. Everyone contributes to the success of camp, and staff are encouraged to support one another wherever reasonably possible.