Summer Staff Kidder Creek First Aid Technician

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Etna, CA

19h

About The Position

The Kidder Creek (KC) First Aid Technician ensures the health and emergency needs of campers and staff at Kidder Creek. The role also models Christian discipleship and nurtures campers’ spiritual growth through program activities consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s (MHA) mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Ministerial staff are expected to reflect Christian discipleship in their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior, and to embrace and affirm MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Staff participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The position provides healthcare to campers and staff, coordinates health records, medications, supplies, incident reporting, and communication about health concerns, and supports camp activities and the summer staff community. It includes regular office hours and on-call availability, transportation of campers to activities, and oversight of Health Support Staff.

Requirements

Must meet California State Camping Code section 1596.866 standards for a Health Supervisor, RN, NP, PA, MD, DO, or certified Childcare Provider.
Must possess AED, First Aid, and CPR certifications for infants, children, and adults.
Must be at least 21 years of age and have a clean driving record due to MHA driver policy.
Must be at least 18 years of age due to the onsite community-living requirement.
Must agree to and comply with MHA employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles used for business purposes.
Must adhere to MHA Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements, the company dress code, and professional grooming and appearance standards.
Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Advanced medical training and administrative capabilities are required.
Must be able to use professional judgment consistent with MHA Doctors Standing Orders to direct the healthcare team’s response to injuries, illnesses, and emergencies.
Must have strong public relations and leadership skills, emotional and spiritual maturity, and the ability to lead empathetically and effectively.
Must be flexible, able to adjust and problem-solve in challenging situations, and able to engage in active listening.
Must have a willingness to serve wherever and whenever needed.
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet, humid, and dry or arid conditions.
Must be able to sit, stand, squat, stoop, twist, hike long distances on varied terrain, swim, climb, shout, lift or carry 15 to over 60 pounds, and engage in general physical play with children.
Must be able to hear, speak, and see clearly in adverse conditions.

Nice To Haves

Medical experience as an RN or equivalent is preferred.
Experience in independent Health Services, such as public health, school, home health, or camp Health Services, is preferred.
Experience and skill teaching basic health and hygiene practices to help prevent the spread of illness.
Experience in family practice, outpatient, emergency, or pediatrics is preferred.
Experience working with elementary, junior high, and high school students is preferred.

Responsibilities

Treat staff and campers for illnesses and injuries, use sound professional judgment, and follow through on health concerns.
Advise the KC Director of health concerns at camp and keep the MHA Health Services Administrator informed about serious injuries or illnesses.
Maintain clear communication and documentation with staff and campers treated for medical conditions, and document healthcare provided in the Campers Log.
Enforce MHA Healthcare Services Policies and Procedures and Instructions for Reporting Workplace Injuries.
Oversee completion and submission of Workers’ Compensation packets, Campers Insurance reports, and guest or participant incident reports.
Transport campers to and from wilderness, adventure, river, and camp activities.
Care for, organize, and maintain healthcare facilities and equipment, including accurate records and logbooks.
Oversee the registration, storage, and timely dispensing of medications.
Conduct infectious disease testing and reporting as needed.
Keep regular office hours and be available on call.
Communicate openly and clearly with campers’ parents and staff.
Evaluate procedure and equipment inventory at the end of summer.
Oversee stocking and cleaning of the health station and supplies.
Assist in departments as directed by the supervisor and work alongside summer staff to facilitate high performance in assigned areas.
Attend required staff meetings and events.
Help keep camp areas and equipment clean.
Participate in and contribute to broader KC camp programs.
Engage with and help build the summer staff community through attitude, words, and actions.
Oversee Health Support Staff.