Manager, Camp Health Services

The League For People with Disabilities•Thurmont, MD

3d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Manager of Camp Health Services leads, coordinates, and oversees health-related operations within The League for People with Disabilities' Camp Program. The role is responsible for camper health, safety, dignity, and well-being through medical coordination, medication management, health assessments, emergency preparedness, staff training, and individualized healthcare plans. The Manager works with the Camp Director, families, healthcare providers, nursing personnel, direct support professionals, and other camp staff to provide appropriate, timely, person-centered health services and support inclusive participation in camp activities. The position oversees daily health services operations, camper health documentation and care planning, medication procedures, emergency response, staffing, training, regulatory compliance, and communication with families and healthcare providers. It also promotes accommodations and individualized support so campers can participate safely and meaningfully in camp activities. The work takes place in a dynamic camp environment that may include indoor and outdoor recreational areas, activity spaces, and dining facilities. The seasonal camp schedule may involve extended hours as operationally necessary, outdoor activities, and varying weather conditions.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license is preferred or required if assigned duties include independent nursing assessment, clinical oversight, or other responsibilities legally reserved to an RN.
An LPN may be considered if the duties and supervisory structure are appropriate under Maryland nursing law.
Minimum of three years of healthcare experience is preferred, with experience in nursing, developmental disabilities, pediatrics, community health, or a related setting.
Previous supervisory, management, or healthcare coordination experience is preferred.
Experience supporting people with intellectual, developmental, physical, or complex medical needs is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of medication administration, medical documentation, emergency response, infection prevention, and individualized healthcare planning.
Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, seasonal camp environment.
Demonstrated commitment to participant rights, person-centered care, confidentiality, and inclusion.
Successful completion of applicable background checks and required employment clearances.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, depending on licensure and assigned responsibilities.
Current professional nursing license, if applicable.
Medication administration training and authorization, as applicable.
Current training in emergency response and infection prevention; additional training in seizure management, diabetes care, or other specialized healthcare needs as applicable.
Ability to perform essential functions that may include walking throughout camp facilities, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, communicating, accessing supplies and records, and responding promptly to urgent situations.

Nice To Haves

Current, unrestricted Maryland RN license, except where required for assigned duties.
At least three years of healthcare experience in nursing, developmental disabilities, pediatrics, community health, or a related setting.
Previous supervisory, management, or healthcare coordination experience.
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical, or complex medical needs.
Additional training in seizure management, diabetes care, or other specialized healthcare needs.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily Camp Health Services operations and develop and maintain health procedures, protocols, and operational guidelines.
Coordinate health services with camp programming and leadership, including staffing based on camper needs, acuity, ratios, and applicable requirements.
Establish systems for monitoring camper health needs, medical documentation, medication administration, and emergency response.
Review camper medical histories, orders, contacts, allergies, immunization records, and other required health documentation before participation.
Coordinate individualized health and emergency care plans, identify health-related accommodations, monitor changes in health conditions, and arrange appropriate follow-up.
Coordinate with families, guardians, healthcare providers, and authorized representatives to clarify medical needs, treatment instructions, authorizations, and documentation.
Oversee medication receipt, verification, storage, documentation, administration, and disposal, including special handling and controlled medication procedures.
Ensure medication is handled and administered by legally authorized personnel and that errors, omissions, refusals, and adverse reactions are documented and addressed.
Develop and implement camp-specific emergency health procedures and coordinate responses to medical emergencies, injuries, and other urgent health situations.
Maintain emergency supplies and first aid equipment; coordinate emergency drills and procedures for contacting emergency services, families, and leadership.
Document and review injuries, illnesses, emergencies, and other health-related incidents, identifying corrective actions and prevention opportunities.
Coordinate health and safety practices related to weather, heat exposure, hydration, infection prevention, and environmental safety.
Supervise, guide, and provide performance feedback to assigned health services personnel; participate in recruiting, onboarding, and training as needed.
Develop and coordinate staff training on first aid, CPR, medication safety, seizures, allergies, infection prevention, individualized healthcare needs, emergency response, reporting, participant rights, confidentiality, and abuse prevention.
Verify staff training and competency before they perform assigned health-related duties and promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and safety.
Maintain compliance with applicable Maryland health, developmental disabilities, licensing, public health, and organizational requirements.
Maintain complete, accurate, confidential, and secure medical records, medication records, incident reports, staff certifications, and other required documentation.
Coordinate regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance reviews; ensure suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, and reportable incidents are addressed and reported within applicable timelines.
Serve as a primary health services contact for families and authorized representatives and communicate significant health concerns, injuries, medication changes, and emergencies promptly.
Support reasonable accommodations and individualized modifications, identify health and safety barriers to participation, and promote independence, choice, inclusion, dignity, and respect.
Participate in pre-camp planning, orientation, staff development, and post-camp evaluations; monitor supplies and coordinate replenishment.
Recommend improvements to camp health operations, emergency preparedness, and participant safety, and perform other related duties as assigned.