Health Services Director - Camp Tuckaho

GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN MISSOURI INC•Troy, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Services Director – Camp Tuckaho is responsible for overseeing the health and safety of campers and staff. They oversee the Health Lodge, ensure the proper processes are followed, and documentation requirements are being met. They act as a manager to the Health Services Aide. They assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the camp director. Overnight Camp employment is seasonal, with dates of employment May-August. Employment will be at Camp Tuckaho in Troy, Missouri.

Requirements

Meets GSUSA membership requirements and attains the minimum age of 21
Abides by national and local Girl Scout policies, standards and procedures and American Camp Association standards and procedures
Has successful experience working with groups of children
Has strong outdoor living skills (or willingness to obtain skills) and the ability to teach outdoor skills to campers
Has demonstrated leadership, good judgment, maturity, flexibility, and ability to maintain positive attitude
Has energy, stamina, and the ability to maintain patience and enjoy group living in the out of doors
Has current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications or the willingness and ability to obtain
Supervisory experience.
Experience in first aid and emergency management.
Experience in both child and adult illness/injury care.
Desire to work with children and young adults.
Community health knowledge.
Missouri Licensure as a RN, EMT, MD, or equivalent.
Valid state driver’s license, proof of insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

Assists with general office duties as assigned
Sustains an environment which supports physical and emotional safety for campers and staff.
Establishes and maintains good relationships with campers.
Assists with camp closing and completes other closing tasks as delegated
Assists with camp set up and preparations prior to the arrival of campers to ensure a prepared, welcoming environment for campers and parents each session.
Assumes check-in duties as delegated
Reviews unit roster and Camper Information Forms prior to the arrival of campers, maintains confidentiality of information, and assists in ensuring campers see health services staff as scheduled.
Work directly with lead and unit counselors to provide support for campers and staff needs
Provide health care to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers.
Collaborate with other medical staff to meet medical needs.
Follow health care policies/procedures as described in the Healthcare Manual and treatment procedures.
Organize, maintain, and utilize adequate resources for serving the health and medical needs of the campers and staff.
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records according to state, GSEM, and American Camp Association Standards.
Prepare and utilize CampDoc for treatment and medications.
Prepare and record insurance and accident report forms.
Oversee First Aid supplies and that camp first aid kits are checked regularly.
Assist with Staff Orientation on Health Lodge and Medical Procedures
Assist with screening campers and staff who are arriving at camp.
Oversee medication administration.
Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.
Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.