Health Coordinator

Camp Kern

Oregonia, OH

$525-$575/Weekly

This is a hands-on position that works directly with staff and children.

CNA, EMT or equivalent required; RN, LPN or additional training beyond requirement preferred.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Extensive CPR/First Aid experience
• High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Knowledge of current health and safety laws and practices is essential.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds, with experience working with diverse populations.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Assists in providing healthcare to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers.

At the YMCA, We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

• Provide health care to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers.
• Collaborate with volunteer nurses, and registered nurses to meet the medical needs of the operation.
• Assist with the distribution of camper medication for all programs on Camp.
• Follow health care policies/procedures as described in the Healthcare Manual and treatment procedures.
• Organize, maintain, and utilize adequate resources for serving the health and medical needs of the campers and staff.
• Assist with set up and break down of camp Health Center at the beginning and end of the season.
• Assist with inventory of all necessary medical supplies and equipment and communicate the need for purchasing with the Camp Director and Registered Nurse.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records according to state and American Camp Association Standards.
• Ensure camper health forms are current and on file.
• Prepare and utilize daily medical log for treatment and medications.
• Assist staff with the preparation and record of incident report forms.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of first aid kits for summer camp counselors.
• Verify health history, examination, and emergency authorization.
• Keep all medications used by campers and staff safe.
• Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Communicate issues and problems as they arise to the Registered Nurse and Camp Director. Problem solves with Camp Kern’s leadership staff to resolve all issues.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions; develops and maintains collaborative relationships with staff, youth parents and other community stakeholders.
• Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in all program areas.
• Assist in providing leadership to summer camp village staff and campers.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records. Ensure that camp staff know and follow the safety and educational procedures of camp programming.
• Performs other duties as assigned.