Camp Health Care Assistant

Position: Camp Health Care Assistant

Wage: $480.00 to $510.00 per day (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Seasonal, Up to 40 hours per week

Dates of Employment: June 7^th, 2027 to August 20^th, 2027

Location: Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA

At Camp Seymour, you get to teach kids self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership – all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, talent shows, and meaningful relationships.

As a Camp Health Care Assistant, you will assist the RN in running the healthcare program and health center operations at YMCA Camp Seymour. You will help maintain a safe, healthy camp environment using preventative health care and risk management techniques. Review health histories, dispense personal medication, and provide first aid and medical care to all campers and staff in accordance with camp medical protocols.

Qualifications:

• Current LPN, EMT, WEMT, WFR, or WFA.
• Practical knowledge of the organization and distribution of medications, pediatric care.
• Outstanding ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Integrity, patience, adaptability, sense of humor, enthusiasm, and a commitment to serve youth.
• Ability to train, motivate, and support staff; communicate openly with supervisor; support and connect with campers; perform duties as specified in job description and by supervisor; behave as an appropriate positive role model in all camp activities.
• Sensitivity to the needs of families including adults and children.
• Current CPR, AED, and epinephrine administration certification for duration of the season required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensuring the safety and growth of campers, and help train staff in preventative health and risk management.
• Review health histories with the Health Care Specialist, dispense personal medication, and provide first aid and medical care to all campers and staff in accordance with camp medical protocols.
• Maintain a clean, professional, and organized Health Center and camper patient room; sharing the responsibility of 24-hour health hut Coverage with other Health Care Staff.
• Coordinate Health Center check in/out: medication intake and health screening.
• Maintain all medications and health forms at check in and thereafter.
• Establish and maintain clear phone, and in person, communication with parents regarding campers’ health.
• Communicate health, allergy, or behavioral concerns to Camp Director, unit leaders and Staff as appropriate.
• Dispense, or supervise the dispensing of, medications as prescribed or as necessary with instruction from the Health Care Specialist.
• Maintain HIPAA compliant.
• Maintain all records accurately and appropriately: records of treatment, medication, phone calls; complete incident reports, as well as any required additional reports.

Benefits:

• 40 hours/week with Saturday and Sunday’s off
• Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
• Build lasting connections and employment experience
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity so all can thrive in every season of life. To apply, visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org. 

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled