What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Health Coordinator position at Cub Creek Science Camp?
Cub Creek Science Camp is a residential summer camp for children ages 7–17, located in Rolla, Missouri. Each summer, we serve approximately 240 campers per session with a seasonal staff of about 100 team members. With over 300 animals in our hands-on zoo and over 100 activities, we are not your average summer camp. We are dedicated to providing our staff and campers from all over the world an unforgettable and unique summer camp experience, but above all else, we strive to help our campers gain self-confidence, discover who they are, and make lasting friendships!
Learn more about working at Cub Creek Science Camp- https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/
Dates:
May 17–May 30: Health Lodge preparation & staff orientation
May 31–August 9: Ten (10) one-week camper sessions
Requirements:
The Camp Health Coordinator is responsible for responding to field injuries and illness, distributing routine medications throughout camp, and providing first-response emergency care. This role serves as the primary mobile medical responder.
This is a fast-paced, team-based environment ideal for healthcare professionals who enjoy:
- Working with children and teens
- Being part of a collaborative camp community
- Practicing medicine in a non-traditional, outdoor setting
Key Responsibilities:
- Distribute all scheduled daily and evening medications to campers
- Deliver nighttime medications to all villages
- Respond to medical situations in program areas, trails, and cabins
- Provide initial assessment, stabilization, and transport to the Health Lodge as needed
- Communicate all medical encounters to the Nurse
- Carry first-response equipment and maintain medical readiness in the field
Qualifications:
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Strong emergency response and assessment skills
- Ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure situations
- Comfortable working outdoors in all camp environments
Benefits:
Starting at $8000 for a 12 week summer. Housing, meals, and laundry included. Weekend work is required, this position requires availability to work on-site 7 days a week for the contract period.
Pay: From $8,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $8,000