Health Assistant

ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION: Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships.

POSITION MISSION: Ensure that all participants and employees receive the highest quality of health care while at camp.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Reside on site in shared staff housing, work hours between 8am and 9:30pm on a typical day, and be on call 24 hours a day when assigned in order to serve as a first responder to all medical emergency incidents at camp.
• Develop and implement a working knowledge of the organization’s Standing Treatment Orders and first aid and emergency response procedures.
• With support, provide training for camp employees on daily health surveillance of participants, basic first aid, the organization’s medical policies and procedures, and risk management related to health issues.
• With the Assistant Director of Camp Operations, Health Coordinator and/or Consulting Nurse, review the health forms of all participants and employees to ensure they are complete and there is a plan for addressing and supporting ongoing medical issues.
• Maintain complete and objective documentation of all medical incidents and health care provided.
• Inventory medical supplies at the health center and first aid kits throughout camp to ensure they are suitable for the administration of healthcare for participants and employees.
• Follow organizational best practices to communicate medical needs between campers, staff, and guardians.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• This position is compensated at a rate of $650 per week, pre-tax.
• Our summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• At PEAK we believe: every living being has inherent value, the community is better when everyone contributes, we can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes, and everyone has the power to change their world.
• You believe that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences that all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Ability to communicate effectively in stressful situations, and maintain confidentiality as appropriate.

REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Availability: early June to mid August 2024.

• Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma or GED to apply.

• A valid driver’s license and clear driving record. Health team members may be required to transport participants and staff for medical purposes or as otherwise assigned.
• Current age-appropriate CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification. (PEAK will provide if needed).

REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPS

• You will report to the Health Coordinator and/or Assistant Director of Camp Operations.
• In addition, you will work directly with the Consulting Nurse, and must communicate effectively with cabin counselors and other camper support staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations with quick movements or strenuous action, to ensure the safety of campers and other staff members.
• The camp environment is often hot and rainy. You must be able to work outdoors for sustained periods of time without air conditioning. 
• Position requires standing, stooping, sitting, walking long distances in hilly terrain, and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds with or without assistance. 
• Position requires working weekends and evenings, with time off in between camp sessions. 

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: 

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

PEAK Initiative is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.