Job Posting

Apply here: https://cavespringscamp.campbrainstaff.com

Job Summary: The Health and Wellness Coordinator oversees camp wellness through administering medication and providing first aid support. They ensure that campers, staff, and site visitors are following best practices for health and well-being.

Terms: Full-time 10 weeks: June 26 to September 1, 2023. Salary: $6800.

Job Description:

• Follow all health and wellness procedures and standards of Cave Springs Camp and Niagara Public Health.
• Monitor and review health and wellness policies and recommend updates, as appropriate.
• Be familiar and aware of the health needs of campers and staff on site.
• Maintain a well-stocked, orderly, and organized Wellness Centre.
• Ensure that supplies and medications are stored in accordance with camp policies.
• Proactively monitor and assess the health and wellness of campers and staff.
• Conduct wellness visits and assessments, as needed.
• Administer first aid, as appropriate.
• Tell the Camp Director when an assessment by a physician is needed.
• Keep thorough and timely records of Wellness Centre visits, evaluations, and actions taken.
• Conducts follow up checks with campers and staff, as appropriate.
• Administer daily medications, as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality for all camper and staff health and private information.
• Provide necessary health resources including: Ongoing “best practice” training for staff, Stocking of first aid kits, Provision of PPE
• Be present at camp registration to receive medication, communicate with camp families and conduct health screening.
• Provide leadership and role modelling to all camp staff regarding sun safety, healthy eating, and adequate sleep, etc.
• Maintains good communication and public relations with parents/guardians.
• Act as a positive role-model for staff, campers, volunteers, and others associated with the camping program.
• Act as a role-model for personal self-care, including health and well-being.
• Model and uphold all community norms and expectations.
• Model and facilitate a positive, supportive and encouraging atmosphere in the Wellness Centre.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment for all campers and staff.
• Communicate effectively with staff members, senior leaders and the directing team.
• Set personal goals and engage in ongoing self reflection and growth.
• Support the camp program as available and appropriate.
• Other job related duties as assigned.