Summer Camp Health Director/Assistant Health Director
Job Title: Summer Camp Health Director/Assistant Health Director
Reports To: Summer Camp Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hours: Full-time 30-40 hours a week or part-time, seasonal
Pay Rate: $18-$24/ hour depending on experience
Job Description:
Camp Maple is on the lookout for kind-hearted and patient individuals with a genuine love for working with children and excellent communication skills. As the Camp Health Director and Assistant Director, you'll be responsible for ensuring the well-being of all campers and staff members. From managing medications, and health logs to providing medical care when necessary, you'll play a vital role in keeping everyone healthy and happy. It's an incredible opportunity for those who want to make a positive impact on children's lives while enjoying the beautiful outdoors.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Supervises health and sanitation
- Maintains camper's confidential medical history
- Oversees initial health screening of campers and daily health surveillance of camp occupants
- Handles health emergencies and injuries, including emergency preparedness and provisions for professional healthcare
- Maintains camp's daily medical log
- Reports required incidents to the local health department within 24 hours
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Give weekly camper orientation along with the Camp Director pertaining to sanitization, safety, and medical needs
- Assist in the collection, storage, and administration of medications to campers and staff
- Treat the medical needs of campers and staff
- Participate in outdoor activities with campers when not attending to medical needs
- Must enjoy working with children
Qualifications and Abilities
- Health Director Candidate must possess a valid NYS RN License and current First Aid/CPR Certifications (within the year)
- Assistant Health Director Candidate must possess a valid NYS LPN License and current First Aid/CPR Certifications (within the year)
- Must be able to lift or assist campers or staff
- Should have the physical ability to get to remote locations on camp property quickly
- Evidence of physical examination every two years
- Immunity for measles, mumps, and rubella
Benefits:
- Discount off Summer Camp for dependent children.