What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Health Officer (Nurse): Live in Austin for Spring Break! position at Austin Sunshine Camps?
About Austin Sunshine Camps (ASC):
The mission of ASC is to provide the magic of overnight camp without the barrier of cost. We envision a world where all children have a place to grow, connect and explore. Since 1928, ASC has provided free, fun-filled overnight summer camp programs for children by partnering with families who face barriers to accessing such programs.
ASC’s Overnight Summer Camp is our flagship program and is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), which represents the industry’s highest standard. Each summer, we provide four sessions of overnight summer camp to 500-600 children ages eight to 15. Our eight to 11-year-olds attend our Zilker Camp in Zilker Park and our 12 to 15-year-olds attend our Lake Travis Camp in Marble Falls. For 10 days and nine nights, they swim, canoe, hike, learn new skills, create crafts, make music, and much more.
During the school year, we engage with our camper families, providing a variety of programming and events that allow them to feel a part of the larger ASC family as well. By deepening the relationship with our campers’ families throughout the year, we significantly increase the likelihood that campers will return year-after-year, increasing the opportunity to create lasting impact on the child’s life, education, and future career.
The Commitment:
Camp runs March 14, 2027- March 20, 2027. This is an immersive, overnight experience where you’ll be the heart of your cabin's world. Note that staff members live on-site.
- Paid Training & Support: Paid Staff Training will take place : March 5-7
Our Locations
- Lake Travis (Ages 12-15): A classic hill country setup in the Turkey Bend Recreation Area. Think lake swimming, high ropes courses, and sunset sports.
- Zilker Lodge (Ages 8-11): Located in the heart of central Austin. You’ll spend your days canoeing Lady Bird Lake, hiking the Greenbelt, and exploring Zilker Park.
About the Role: Camp Health Officer
At Austin Sunshine Camps, our mission is to provide campers with a safe, transformative environment to grow, connect, and explore. As the Camp Health Officer / Camp Nurse, you will champion the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of our campers, staff, and volunteers.
We are seeking a compassionate, high-energy leader with strong crisis-management skills, high emotional intelligence, and experience in youth medical best practices and trauma-informed care.
Core Responsibilities
- Healthcare & First Aid: Oversee daily Health Center operations, administer and log medications, provide first aid, and lead emergency medical responses.
- Staff Training & Support: Help design and deliver pre-camp health and safety training for seasonal staff; provide ongoing guidance on medical accommodations and trauma-informed care during sessions.
- Individualized Care Plans: Partner with Camp Directors, families, and counselors to create and implement practical accommodations for youth with specific medical or health needs.
- Administration & Compliance: Maintain precise digital health records (CampBrain) and Medication Administration Records (MAR); strictly uphold health department and American Camp Association (ACA) standards.
- Communication & Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents regarding camper health, coordinate physician or urgent care visits when necessary, and handle post-incident reporting.
Requirements:
- You are a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse (preferred)
- You have an American Red Cross Emergency Response certificate or its equivalent (required if not an RN or LVN)
- You have pediatric and/or previous camp nursing experience (preferred)
- You have the ability to pass a national criminal background check
- You keep neat and orderly records
- You’re able to stay on site while camp is in session (including overnights)
Compensation & Benefits
- $1,230.80 for the camp session additional paid training
- Full Room & Board: Free lodging and all meals/snacks provided while camp is in session.
Impact: A camp session of personal growth and the chance to make a lifelong difference in the lives of a diverse group of campers.