Camp Health Care Supervisor

Town of Concord, MA•Concord, MA

9d•$25 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Camp Health Care Supervisor role at Concord Recreation is a multi-faceted, fast paced position. Those in this role must love and embrace not only the camp environment but also the camp philosophy, which is that our campers come first, we work as a team, and campers are here to have fun! We strive to assure that all campers, regardless of their medical needs, are engaged in all camp activities while having the care and medication needs met. The health care supervisor is responsible for assisting campers with all activities of daily living (toileting, eating, dressing, etc.) as well as dispensing medications, administering first aid for minor injuries, adhering to medication protocols, and assuring accurate record keeping. The health care supervisor must communicate clearly with all staff, parents, and leadership staff to assure health and safety for all campers and staff.

Requirements

Ability to communicate clearly with all staff, parents, and leadership staff to assure health and safety for all campers and staff.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be available to work the entire summer plus two weeks before camp starts to review paperwork (can create a schedule that works mutually).

Nice To Haves

Public Health or School Nurse, preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with a diverse group of people in a proactive, solution-focused manner.
Prepare and set-up First Aid area, including inventory of medical supplies, ordering medical supplies and ensuring availability of adequate materials for summer season.
Review all medical information for all summer camp participants prior to the start of camp.
Communicate medical issues with staff as necessary without compromising participant confidentiality.
Follow the Department of Public Health Guidelines in regard to exclusion and readmission of campers in connection with infectious and contagious diseases.
Triage campers and or staff with an injury, illness or accident and provides appropriate intervention, following protocols and policy.
Supervise the administration and storage of medication in compliance with camp policy and state regulations.
Administer medications and basic first aid care, as needed.
Oversee all documentation as required by the Board of Health including medical logs.
Support campers in activities of daily living, as needed.
Interact with and work as a team player with other staff, participants, volunteers, and participant’s families/caregivers.
Prepare and present medical policies and procedures during staff training.
Attend off campus field trips in coordination with the Camp Director.
Support the Camp Director and Recreation staff during the Camp License audit, if available.
Serve as a positive role model to program participants and staff.
Work with the local Board of Health on COVID-related protocols and potential cases.
Other tasks as requested by Camp Director or Recreation staff.