Health Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities

• Prior to camp opening, review child health records, prepare lists of campers with medical conditions and organize and review procedures for health and emergency care.
• Be familiar with the American Camp Association and New Jersey State regulations related to the health and safety of all in camp. Participate actively in the maintenance and development of high standards of health and safety.
• Be responsible to advise camp administration when out-of-camp medical/health assistance is required/prudent/advisable.
• Maintain the first aid room in a clean, sanitary manner and well stocked with supplies.
• Keep all first aid kits appropriately stocked and serviceable.
• Provide complete information to staff concerning their campers, based on pre-season health forms and information provided by parents.
• Communicate frequently and regularly with the Camp Director. Call camper parents when necessary.
• Maintain accurate, specified records of all injuries, illnesses, medications and treatments administered. Data is to be kept in a bound log. Complete Incident Report forms as necessary and turn into the office.
• Monitor and provide supportive suggestions for health and safety in the campers’ daily program.
• Cover daily spot inspection of camp facilities, and program areas, as to health, safety and cleanliness.

Minimum Requirements

• Skills/Knowledge: Positive interaction with children, parents and staff, strong communication and interpersonal skills. Creativity, innovation, flexibility and energy. Good judgment and understanding of age specific characteristics of children and positive behavior management techniques.
• Experience/Education: Certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Prior experience in a youth leadership role.
• Physical Effort and Dexterity: Capable of being on your feet for long periods of time and be able to actively supervise children in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Bending, kneeling, squatting and lifting 30 pound weight.
• Visual Acuity, Hearing, Speaking: Able to visually assess a child for illness or injury. Able to hear whistle or alarms. Clear speaking voice needed to command control of group.
• ACA Accreditation Requirements: Must complete Background Check form upon hire and any other training requirements specified by the Camp Director.

Effect on End Result

• White Pines Day Camp operates as a safe, efficient, quality-based program in accordance with the State of NJ and ACA requirements, with enrollments increasing annually.
• Absolutely high degree of satisfaction by parents and campers as indicated in the annual survey.
• Motivated staff team with strong understanding of their responsibilities and positive relations among staff at all levels.
• A positive image of the Wayne YMCA and White Pines Day Camp is created in the community.