Overview
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creatingequitableand sustainable environments where social justice is woven into everyfacetof our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
COMPENSATION: $200/day for new hires, 225/day returning staff
SUMMARY
Camp’sHealth Care Director oversees the health and safety of camp’s staff and campers atCampOrkilaon beautiful Orcas Island, WA.The Health Care Directoris responsible fortheHealthCenter and works closely with our team of volunteer medical staff. The Health Care Director supervises a small team of Health Aides, oversees the dispensing of camper and staff medications,andmonitorsthe overall health and wellbeing of the entire camp community. Applicants with nursing or health care experience preferred.
To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online atwww.campingandoutdoorleadership.org
WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM WORKING AT THE Y
Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly-accruingpaid time off (PTO)
*Some benefits only available to full-time staff
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensureeach staff member and camper has a health and examination form on file.
Managesa system for health screening for arriving campers and staff, as well as a system for health screening for trips out-of-camp.
Conducts inventory of supplies and places orders when necessary.
Managesand followsappropriate medicalroutines including record keeping in daily medicallog, disposal of medical waste, managing and safeguarding medications, andutilizingapproved standing orders.
Coordinates coverage of the health care center.
Supplies and issues first aid kits.
Participates inand leadsspecific areas of staff trainingpertaining tohealth and safety.
Maintains accident/incident reports for risk management.
Overseesthe creation and implementation ofsafety plans for both mental and physical healthfor youth.
Prepares a summary and evaluation of the camp season includingprocedures, facilities,inventories, camper reports on health problems, and recommendations for the following season.
Monitorsthe healthof all staffand campers.
Supervises assigned seasonal staff byobserving, coaching, providing feedback,evaluatingandassistingwith problem solving.
Provides leadership and supervision to any developing teen leaders placed with the group.
Attends staff meetings.
Stays on call overnight as assigned.
Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This joboperatesat a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk orhear. The employeefrequentlyis required tostand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.
TRAVEL
This position isrequiredto live onsite at camp. Travel is primarily local during work shifts, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected. This is an Authorized Driver position, read more in the Position Requirements.
Code of Conduct for Applicants
Qualifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Holds current EMT, LPN, RN, or MD In WA state. Other applicable education, training, and experience, whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications (or higher-level medical training).
Ability torespondin emergency situations
Two years or more of related experience, with proven experience in training others.
One or more years of experience with staff and volunteer supervision, program development, and budget management.
Experience with and knowledge of youth behavior management and child abuse prevention.
Ability to relate to parents/caregivers,campers, and staffin a professional manner.
This position requires driving :
21 years of age or older.
Current Driver’s License with a minimum 3yearssafe driving experience and a driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards
Other applicable education, training, and experience, whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
Maximum one minor violation
No speeding violation of more than 20mph over the limit
If applicable,othercombinations of applicable education, training, and experience whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Four or more years ofeducation, training, and/orexperience, whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.
Preferknowledge of andpreviousexperience withdiverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.
MISSION STATEMENT
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
OUR VALUES
Respect
Responsibility
Honesty
Caring
Passion for Excellence
YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. _ _ Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other status protected by local, state , or federal law.
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All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
Job Locations US-WA-Eastsound
Posted Date 2 months ago (1/5/2024 10:37 PM)
ID 2024-15778
Type Seasonal
# of Openings 1
Location YMCA Camp Orkila
Category Resident Camp
Address 484 Camp Orkila Rd
Minimum compensation USD $160.00/Da.