Camp Health Officer/Nurse
About The Position
KVC’s Meramec Adventure Ranch is hiring Camp Health Officers and Nurses for its 10-week therapeutic summer adventure program in Steelville, Missouri. The program serves at-risk youth, youth on the Autism Spectrum, Wounded Warriors, and their families. Staff work alongside campers who have experienced severe trauma and abuse, supporting their growth, healing, confidence, healthy relationships, and hope through intentional relationships and outdoor adventure activities. Camp Nurses and Health Officers are responsible for camper screening, health care, supervision of medication administration, and primary emergency response. They also assist with the logistical operations of camp. Staff work each day camp is in session, with hours that vary. Living onsite is optional; housing and meals are provided during camp, and housing is available during time off for staff who wish to remain in the area. Camp preparation, training, and an adventure race are scheduled for May 17–June 1. Camp sessions run June 4–June 28 and July 5–August 1, with a break June 29–July 4. Salaries are competitive for camp positions and based on position and experience; applicants are invited to call for details. Practicums and internships are welcome and encouraged.
Requirements
- Be at least 20 years of age.
- For a Camp Nurse position, hold an LPN or RN certification.
- For a Camp Health Officer position, be a CNA, EMT, paramedic, or nursing student.
- Enjoy working outdoors.
- Be able to remain calm in intense situations.
- Have uncompromising character and a passion for serving children facing tough challenges.
- Demonstrate grit, a disciplined work ethic, honesty, self-awareness, wisdom, discernment, willingness to learn, humility, creativity, and willingness to have fun and act silly.
- Provide unconditional care, unwavering belief, and consistent accountability for oneself, the Ranch Family, and those served.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in adventure activities and residential care or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Screen campers and provide health care.
- Supervise medication administration.
- Serve as a primary emergency responder.
- Assist with the logistical operations of camp.
- Work each day that camp is in session.
- Build intentional relationships with campers to support their confidence, connections, purpose, healing, and hope.
Benefits
- Housing is provided for all staff.
- All food is provided when running programs.
- Housing is provided during time off for staff who wish to remain in the area.
- Competitive salaries based on position and experience.
- Practicums and internships are welcome and encouraged.
- PRODEALS.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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