ABOUT US
Down Home Ranch is a working farm and ranch, founded in 1989 by parents of a young daughter born with Down syndrome four years prior. The Ranch is inspired by the writings and work of Henri Nouwen and Rudolf Steiner, and driven by the lack of resources available to adults with intellectual disabilities.
MISSION
Empowering the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through social, educational, residential and vocational opportunities.
DOWN HOME RANCH ACCOMPLISHES ITS MISSION BY:
- Providing residency for people with IDD in 6-bed, 4-bed, 3-bed, 2-bed and 1-bed homes
- Providing vocational skills training and paid employment, with diverse job opportunities and options both on and off the Ranch
- Providing a community for people with and without IDD to enjoy companionship, friendships, fun, travel, recreation and an active lifestyle
- Integrating itself into the surrounding local communities and the larger Austin metropolitan community, while becoming increasingly active on the national stage
- Seeking to be on the cutting edge in creating an entrepreneurial organization that attracts people interested in disability, horticulture, agriculture, environment, good stewardship and more
OPPORTUNITIES – REC RANGER (PROGRAM INTERN)
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age with one year of college preferred
- Complete a background check, drug test and TB test
- Abstain from tobacco, alcohol or drug use during your camp contract
- Be majoring in an area of program interest or have a hobby/experience in the program area of interest
- Be comfortable leading an activity to a group of people
- Be organized and able to create activity plans
- Be able to commit at minimum to one full camp session plus orientation
The Rec Rangers serve as activity directors over a specific activity area of camp. The four positions available are arts and crafts, nature and barnyard, sports and games, and creative arts. Each position is in charge of planning specific activities for their activity area and completing activity plans ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Rec. Rangers will also assist with evening camp events such as the talent show, cookout, banquet/dance and theme night. This is a great opportunity to get hands on program experience in a fun and creative environment. Stipends for internship positions may be available. Room and board is included for internship positions.
FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO APPLY
Please visit our website at https://www.downhomeranch.org/ranch-camp-opportunities/#camp-intern.