What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Officer position at Camp Wakeshma?
Employment Position: Health Officer
Overview: 9-10 weeks from June 12 to August 12. Salary depends on experience and education. On-site housing is provided as well as meals.
Responsible to: Executive Camp Director
Required Training-Must be one of the following OR be willing to get certified with the Wilderness First Responder training (paid for by camp).
- A licensed physician
- A licensed physician's assistant
- A licensed nurse practitioner
- A registered nurse
- A licensed practical nurse
- A licensed emergency medical technician
- A licensed medical first responder
- An adult who is certified as a wilderness first responder or has met the requirements for the National Outdoor Leadership School manual number 161754, which is adopted by reference in R 4000. 11103.
Responsibilities:
- Meet with parents during check-in to collect and organize health history forms and medication*
- Distribute medication after meals and in the evening to campers and staff members*
- Help with homesick campers*
- Live on-site to help assist campers with medical needs 24 hours a day**
- Maintain a clean, functional, and organized med shed*
- Keep all camper/staff health information organized, accessible, and privat*
- Work to ensure that camp passes health inspections*
- Perform other duties as determined by the Executive Camp Director*
Leave time: The Health Director will receive a 24 hour period off each week from Saturday 12:00pm to Sunday 12:00pm
*Private staff cabin for the summer is included on site as well as all food is provided
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Benefits:
- Paid housing
Physical Setting:
- Camp
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any of the licenses or certifications listed?
Work Location: One location