What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Center Director position at Camp Nejeda Foundation?
Job Title : Health Center Director (HCD)
Reports to : Executive Director (CEO)
Camp Nejeda is a unique summer camp in New Jersey dedicated to serving families with type 1 diabetes. Since 1958, it has provided a safe, supportive, and fun environment where campers can enjoy traditional camp activities while learning to manage their diabetes alongside peers who understand their challenges. Camp Nejeda’s mission is to empower people with type 1 diabetes to develop confidence, independence, and friendships that last a lifetime.
PURPOSE :
The Health Center Director (HCD) is responsible for staffing, organizing, and supervising the operations of the Health Center for the Camp Nejeda Foundation (CNF). This role ensures that the Health Center functions effectively year-round, maintaining high standards of medical care and supporting the camp’s mission. The primary focus of this position at camp is to serve children in an overnight camp setting over the summer months.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Active New Jersey clinical license. (e.g. RN, PA, MD)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in diabetes
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other directors
- Experience in pediatrics preferred
- Comfortable with using technology
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Work with Health Center team to orient camp physicians and medical residents for their roles in the camp programs. Organize and provide medical training for program staff during staff week and as required throughout the year.
Ensure the Health Center is fully prepared before each program, with adequate medical supplies, medications, and proper documentation. Order, inventory, and supervise the stocking of medical supplies, both purchased and donated, for all programs. Work with the Development Director to secure appropriate diabetes-related medical supplies as donations.
HCD manages the Medical Committee meetings held five times annually and contribute to discussions on health guidelines and policies. Regularly evaluate Health Center protocols and contribute to the development of new guidelines as necessary. Maintain the Medical Guide, updating it with new policies or procedures.
Staff who directly report to HCD include 5-6 nurses each week, 4 HC assistants, 5 technology facilitators who are hired for 8 weeks
ADDITIONAL DUTIES :
HOURS AND TIMING
Manage the HC during all programs – mostly June through early September.
October- April 10-15 hours per week or as needed.
April to mid-June 10-20 hours per week or as needed.
June 15- August 15 6 days per week including Sundays. (full time 8-10 hours / day plus)
