Job details

Salary

Up to $1,000/week

Benefits

Paid housing for the summer

Qualifications:

• Be at least 21 years of age and possess the maturity and skills needed to successfully fulfill the requirements of the position.

• Must have all of the qualifications as required by the State of Michigan, demonstrated health or nurse experience is required.

• Has a nursing or medical degree.

• Have a sincere desire to work with youth from all backgrounds.

• Willing to actively pursue and fulfill the goals and mission of VFW Camp Trotter for Children.

Health Officer Responsibilities:

• Oversee the total health program and follow all procedures.

• Screen all campers as they arrive at camp, and check for sickness, recent illness and prior injuries, possible abuse, or medical conditions.

• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate log of all health-related incidents and procedures.

• Collect all camper and staff medications, dispensing medications at meals and bedtime or according to medication directions.

• Obtain a health status and emergency contact form from each staff member and camper, and keep these forms organized and readily available for emergencies.

• Care for all health concerns and incidents as much as possible and determine when emergency or hospital care is necessary.

• Keep an inventory of health center supplies and needs. Be certain that the camp is always stocked with all necessary equipment/ medications as per state regulations.

• Prepare first aid kits for program areas, such as cabins and the waterfront that comply with state camp licensing codes.

• Inform all staff, during staff training and ongoing through summer about the camp’s health policies, how to ensure safety throughout camp, and how to seek care for a health-related incident or emergency.

• Inform staff as necessary regarding the medical conditions or allergies of their campers. This must be done always with confidentiality in mind.

• Post first aid and CPR information in general areas to assist staff with emergencies.

• Contact local doctors or hospitals as needed to receive information or secure appointments for campers or staff.

• Be available and ready for emergencies by being at the location of the majority of campers during activities.

• Be “on-call” via camp cell phone at all times during camp.

• In partnership with the Camp Director, call parents as seen fit regarding medical issues or because a child may need to go home due to illness.

• Complete “clean cabin checks” daily and provide cabins with their scores at mealtimes; participate in a reward for the cleanest cabin each week.

Camp Responsibilities:

• Attend planned activities, including staff training and staff meetings, and follow the daily schedule.

• Take every effort to build and nurture a sense of community and understanding among all staff members.

• Report to the Camp Director any concerns about a camper’s health, safety, or well-being.

• Participate in all camp activities with campers and staff when not treating campers.

• Be willing to assist with camp upkeep and other cleaning duties as requested.

• Do a thorough cleaning of the infirmary throughout and at the end of each session.

• Serve as an active team member to the Camp Trotter staff and fulfill other duties as assigned and requested by the Camp Director or Assistant Director.

Physical Aspects of the Job: 

• Ability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds 

• Visual ability to identify and respond to environmental hazards 

• Physical ability to operate basic maintenance and site equipment 

• Physical mobility and endurance to respond to emergencies or programs that may require hiking or traveling distances up to 1+ miles on trails or in wilderness areas

Responsible to:

Camp Director