Camp Health Specialist

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties • Port Orchard, WA

1d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Health Specialist to join
our team.

As the Health Specialist, you will supervise the healthcare program and health center operations. Help maintain a safe, healthy camp environment using preventative health care and risk management techniques assist in running healthcare program and health center operations.
In addition, you will review health histories, dispense personal medication, and provide first aid and medical care to all campers and staff in accordance with camp medical protocols.

The Health Specialist supervises the healthcare program and health center
operations. Help maintain a safe, healthy camp environment using preventative
health care and risk management techniques. Provide a quality experience to
campers & families, focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect,
responsibility, and caring. Represent the YMCA and self in a professional manner
of safety and fun.

Requirements

• A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Current RN License, or greater.
• Practical knowledge of the organization and distribution of medications, pediatric care.
• Outstanding ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to train, motivate, and support staff; communicate openly with supervisor; support and connect with campers; perform duties as specified in job description and by supervisor; behave as an appropriate positive role model in all camp activities.
• Sensitivity to the needs of families including adults and children.
• Current CPR, epinephrine administration certification, and AED for duration of the season required.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Integrity, patience, adaptability, sense of humor, enthusiasm, and a commitment to serve youth.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and growth of campers, and help train staff in preventative health and risk management.
• Review health histories, dispense personal medication, and provide first aid and medical care to all campers and staff in accordance with camp medical protocols.
• Maintain a clean, professional, and organized Health Center and camper patient room; sharing the responsibility of 24 hour health hut Coverage with other Health Care Staff.
• Establish contact with our overseeing doctor and maintain open communication.
• Coordinate and supervise Health Center check in/out: medication intake, lice checks and health screening.
• Review and maintain all medications and health forms at check in and thereafter.
• Establish and maintain clear phone, and in person, communication with parents regarding campers’ health.
• Communicate health, allergy, or behavioral concerns to Camp Director, unit leaders and Staff as appropriate.
• Be accessible and available to staff; let staff (post) know where to find you.
• Dispense, or supervise the dispensing of, medications as prescribed or as necessary
• Be on call with a radio during the night for overnight campout assistance.
• Maintain all records accurately and appropriately: records of treatment, medication, phone calls; complete incident reports, as well as any required additional reports.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events

Benefits

• Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
• Build lasting connections and employment experience
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed