Health Center Lead - YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir

Treasure Valley Family YMCA•Cascade, ID

56d•Onsite

About The Position

At the Y, we believe children discover themselves through interactions with others and having the freedom to explore. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir immerses children in a community where making friends is natural, exploring new interests is encouraged, and discovering inner strength is guaranteed. YMCA Camp teaches self-reliance, instills a love for nature and the outdoors, and builds character and leadership-all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, friends, zip-lining, paddleboarding, mentorships, ropes course, and so much more. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir is positively the best way to change a child's life. Our YMCA Camp Horsethief Reservoir is ACA-Accredited. This means that the American Camping Association, the only national accrediting body for camps of all types, has ensured that the YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir meets the accreditation standards for health, safety and risk management. ACA accreditation provides public evidence of a camp's commitment to the well-being of campers and staff. The Health Center Lead is responsible for the organization, safety and processes of the Health Center to ensure participant and staff safety. Serve as leader/role model to Health Center volunteers.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Experience working with youth.
Ability to live on site and in cabin during scheduled program times.
Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Develop intentional relationships with parents and campers that result in campers having fun and making new friends.
Create an environment that fosters safety through the education of participants, volunteers and staff using the Y voice attributes and by role modeling safe behavior.
Implement the established Health Center Leading Practices.
Effectively communicate with campers, parents, and leadership using the Y voice attributes and providing feedback when necessary.
Resolve camper and parent concerns and issues.
Provide leadership and support to Health Center volunteers.
Monitor, organize and ensure the safety of medications and supplies.
Ensure that the dispensing of any medication, first aid and/or supplies are with written dispensing instructions and follow leading practices.

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