What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Science Health Aide position at Carolina Creek?
Job Details
Description
Do you love being part of caring for children's needs and seeing kids experience wonder and awe in nature? Join our Outdoor Science Team! Do you enjoy empathizing with 5th grade students and seeing how your work directly impacts student's lives? Our relationship based, nature oriented Outdoor Science Program exposes students to the wonder of nature through hands-on science lessons, adventure experiences, and team building. The Outdoor Science team is a group of Jesus loving outdoor enthusiasts that set aside several months to live in community and join us in our mission.
Position Objective:
The Health Aide is responsible to assist, report to and support the Healthcare Supervisor with all health needs of Outdoor Science participants and staff, as well as facilitate adventure activities and administrative support of daily duties when camp is in session in a manner consistent with Carolina Creek's mission, vision and values.
Outdoor Science Health Aide will have the option to live in an intentional, Christ centered community with other staff in shared housing. Staff are invited to join a community built on authentic and hospitable relationships.
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Training January 13–21: Program: Jan 22 - April 4th
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Weekly compensation with housing and meals ($295- $325)
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Wed-Fri Outdoor Science duties, Fri-Sunday/M-T Additional camp duties
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Paid staff training
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Spiritual formation
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Deep and lasting friendships
- Store, handle, and dose medication in compliance with Carolina Creek's Policy and Procedures as assigned by Health Supervisor
- Perform basic first aid to campers when needed and document each participant's clinical encounters in Camp Health Log
- Stock first aid packets
- Participate in Health Screening of campers and staff as needed
- When needed, complete and distribute Incident Reports and Campers' Insurance Form
- Answer phones, emails, and questions for Outdoor Science Office
- Facilitate adventure activities for Outdoor Science campers
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Attend all required staff meetings and events
- Actively participate in and contribute to the broader camp programs of Carolina Creek
- Actively engage and participate in the staff community through a godly attitude, words, and actions
Qualifications
Education/Certifications/Licenses
- Minimum 2 years post-high school and/or equivalent work experience
- Must have a current, valid drivers license
- Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Current CPR/First Aid certification prior to start date
- Current Texas Food Handlers certification prior to start date
Work Experience
- Prior experience working with children
- Experience with managing risk in an outdoor setting
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work in a team with good judgement and decision making skills
- Must be a punctual and responsible individual
- Must exhibit great interpersonal skills with people of all ages
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
- Demonstrated empathy
- Detail oriented with record keeping and charting skills
- Must be observant and attentive
- Mature, understanding, and respect for authority and peers, as well as camp guidelines and principles
- Ability to engage in active listening
- Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities
- A heart to serve whenever needed
Physical Demands
- The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in all types of weather conditions (hot and humid, rain, cold, etc). Requires sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, and ability to lift/carry anywhere from 15 to over 60 lbs.
Additional Requirements
- Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
- Satisfactory completion of background investigation, as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
