The Health Services Specialist assists with the health and safety of campers and staff. Under the direction of the Health Services Director, they ensure the proper processes are followed, and documentation requirements are being met. In the absence of the Health Services Director, they will assume responsibility of overseeing the Health Lodge and Health Services Aide. They assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the camp director. Overnight Camp employment is seasonal, with dates of employment May-August. Employment will be at Camp Tuckaho in Troy, Missouri.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assists with general office duties as assigned
• Sustains an environment which supports physical and emotional safety for campers and staff. Establishes and maintains good relationships with campers.
• Assists with camp closing and completes other closing tasks as delegated
• Assists with camp set up and preparations prior to the arrival of campers to ensure a prepared, welcoming environment for campers and parents each session. Assumes check-in duties as delegated
• Reviews unit roster and Camper Information Forms prior to the arrival of campers, maintains confidentiality of information, and assists in ensuring campers see health services staff as scheduled.
• Work directly with lead and unit counselors to provide support for camper and staff needs
• Under the direction of the Health Services Director, provide health care to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers.
• Collaborate with other medical staff to meet medical needs.
• Follow health care policies/procedures as described in the Healthcare Manual and treatment procedures.
• Organize, maintain, and utilize adequate resources for serving the health and medical needs of the campers and staff.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records according to state, GSEM, and American Camp Association Standards.
• Prepare and utilize CampDoc for treatment and medications.
• Prepare and record insurance and accident report forms.
• Oversee First Aid supplies and that camp first aid kits are checked regularly.
• Assist with Staff Orientation on Health Lodge and Medical Procedures
• Assist with screening campers and staff who are arriving to camp.
• Oversee medication administration.
• Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
• Lives on-site in the Health Lodge during the summer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Meets GSUSA membership requirements and attained the minimum age of 21
• Abides by national and local Girl Scout policies, standards and procedures and American Camp Association standards and procedures
• Has successful experience working with groups of children
• Has strong outdoor living skills (or willingness to obtain skills) and the ability to teach outdoor skills to campers

• Has demonstrated leadership, good judgment, maturity, flexibility and ability to maintain positive attitude
• Has energy, stamina and the ability to maintain patience and enjoy group living in the out of doors
• Has current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications or the willingness and ability to obtain
• Experience in first aid and emergency management.
• Experience in both children and adult illness/injury care.
• Desire to work with children and young adults.
• Community health knowledge.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Missouri Licensure as an LPN, RN, EMT, MD, or equivalent.

If your position requires that you drive an average of one (1) day per week or more, you must possess a valid state drivers license and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

• Is required to talk and hear, stand and walk, and is frequently very active which often requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching.
• Is required to reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

EXPOSURES

Work is performed in a normal indoor environment with limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dirt and/or dust AND work is performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dirt and/or dust.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION:

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we are committed to our future and what that looks like for all girls everywhere. We recognize that each employee and each member has unique experiences, perspectives, identities, and viewpoints that add value to our inclusive community. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

MISSION OF GIRL SCOUTING:

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. All employees are expected to fully support the work and mission of the organization.