Summer Camp: Healthcare Assistant

GIRL SCOUTS IN THE HEART OF PA • Jefferson Township, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthcare Assistants support the Healthcare Supervisor in maintaining health and well-being standards for the camp population and facilities at Camp Small Valley, a Girl Scout residential overnight camp. The role helps manage camper and staff health and safety by providing daily first aid, monitoring medications, maintaining records, and logging injuries. Healthcare Assistants also assist with health screenings, medical supplies, community health resources, communication with families and physicians, and execution of the camp crisis management plan.

Requirements

• Current Pennsylvania license as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Paramedic, EMT, or Advanced First Aid credential.
• Current First Aid CPR/AED certification.
• Demonstrated experience working with children and young adults.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attend and complete pre-camp trainings.
• Ability to live and work outdoors.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards in various lighting conditions.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies 24/7 while on camp property and follow established GSHPA emergency procedures.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain.
• Ability to adapt well to changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a group setting.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Must pass required background checks.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory of necessary medical supplies and equipment at the beginning and end of each assigned camp week.
• Monitor health care plans, maintain records, and resolve emergencies as necessary.
• Assist with camper and staff health screenings upon arrival, departure, and during the summer.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for campers and staff.
• Research and contact community health resources as needed by campers and staff.
• Communicate with camper families and physicians as needed when the Healthcare Supervisor is absent.
• Assist in executing the GSHPA crisis management plan for emergencies occurring at camp at any time of day or night.
• Abide by the GSHPA code of conduct, rules, and expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed