What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Health Officer/Nurse (Seasonal/Summer) position at FIVE18 Family Services Operations Inc.?
Description
Job Description
This ministry position involves serving in the camp health center. The Camp Health Officer will manage the overall flow of the health center, keeping in contact with the Hat Creek Camp’s licensed prescriber for camper needs. Applicants do not need medical experience, but must have an interest in the medical field and be 21 years of age by summertime. Camp Health Officers will gain close to 300 hours of patient contact experience.
Camp Health Officers will undergo a three-week training in preparation for summer camp. The training encompasses protocols and procedures as well as games, bonding, and goofiness. Camp Health Officers are guided and supervised by the Program Director and Program Coordinator. Our staff form close, lifelong friendships that last long after summer camp is over.
Join a team that is committed to constantly improving our outstanding programs and creating an excellent experience for kids!
Responsibilities
- Facilitate and participate in all summer camp programming as available
- Be able to work collaboratively and in a timely manner with a diverse team
- Maintain knowledge of camp schedule, programs, protocols and procedures
- Help reinforce safe practices in and around all activity sites
- Assist licensed prescriber with collecting and distributing camper medications
- Learn and help to facilitate large group camp songs and skits
- Clean activity sites, inventory program supplies, and participate in debriefs (processing) at the end of each day
- Provide logistical support for all activities during camp sessions
Preferred Qualifications
- Licensed Nurse or medical prescriber equivalent
- Wilderness First Aid Certified
Required Qualifications
- A passion for working with children and making a difference
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification, or willingness to obtain certification before start date
- Participate and successfully complete required pre-summer camp training
- Willingness to get outside of your comfort zone and try new things, such as being 30 feet off the ground on a challenge course
- Ability to take initiative, work collaboratively, and have a positive attitude
- Experience working in a team environment
- Ability to work Sunday-Friday for 8 weeks
- Ability to pass a background check
- Minimum 21 years-old
Compensation and Benefits
- Starting salary of $300 per week depending on experience
- Meals will be provided while summer programming is taking place at camp
- Lodging throughout employment
- Paid training
- Home-base for living, working, and exploring in beautiful central Virginia
- Employment with an innovative company focused on improving the lives of others
How to Apply
Please visit hatcreekcamp.org to apply online
Salary : $300
