Health Coordinator (RN, LPN or Paramedic) - Summer Camp

Description

Offering unique, active outdoor experiences in the Blue Ridge Mountains (Travelers Rest, SC), Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands Camp WaBak is nestled on 135 acres of forest, trails, lakefront, creek with waterfall, and cabins—an ideal natural setting for all to enjoy canoeing, hiking, archery, environmental education, and team challenges. We are seeking an experienced Health Coordinator (holding an active SC RN, LPN or Paramedic) who loves the outdoors and is dedicated to delivering inclusive, activity-driven experiences for girls. This position requires female staff in accordance with privacy and supervision standards under the Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) exception for youth in single-gender cabin and restroom settings.

This is a summer, seasonal position and paid a flat weekly rate. Position requires daily on-site support (Sun – Fri) with an option for overnight stay in an individual lodge setting. Daily hours are Sun 12 pm – 7 pm; Mon – Thurs 8 am – 7 pm; and Fri 8 am – 5 pm with the option for overnight stay. The Health Coordinator is a member of the administration who is responsible for the overall health of campers and staff throughout the summer.

Camp Season:

• Responsible for appropriate triage, administering first aid.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Communicate with parents/guardians and staff as necessary.
• Administer all treatments, engaging camp staff as appropriate for training opportunities.
• Prepare first-aid kits and issue to appropriate areas.
• Prepare meds and first aid kits for groups going on trips.

Post-Camp:

• Inventory check of supplies/equipment.
• Assessment and list of required inventory for next camp season.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on policies, procedures and camp forms for next camp season.
• Pack up supplies at end of season.

General Administrative team responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and security of campers, staff and facility at all times (risk assessment).
• Be an appropriate role model for other staff and campers. 
• Lead by example.
• Inform director of any camper and staff problems.
• Pitch in where needed.
• Other duties as requested by the Camp Director.

Your Seasonal Benefits:

• An interactive summer learning cool new activities and skills to teach others
• All meals provided, housing provided in camp cabins, access to staff lounge with washer, dryer, kitchen, and internet
• Optional informal time-off adventures
• Leadership, human behavior, and conflict resolution training to build meaningful job preparation skills.
• An unforgettable summer, the chance to make lifelong friends and to positively impact your camper’s lives.

Compensation/Benefits package includes...

Summer seasonal employment is a unique experience and falls under the seasonal exemption standard categorized as “seasonal amusement or recreational establishment” by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Department of Labor (DOL). This exempts the position from federal minimum and overtime wage requirements as we compensate a daily rate plus. The potential weekly earnings for this position are between $500-525 depending on availability, scheduling, experience and any related certifications. 

• While health insurance benefits are not offered to seasonal staff, all meals, housing in camp cabins, access to staff lounge with washer, dryer, kitchen, and wifi are provided.
• An interactive summer learning cool new activities and skills to teach others
• Optional informal time-off adventures.
• Leadership, human behavior, and conflict resolution training to build meaningful job preparation skills.
• An unforgettable summer, the chance to make lifelong friends and to positively impact your camper’s lives.

An unforgettable, active and engaging summer with the chance to make lifelong friends and to positively impact camper’s lives. 

Summer Camp Schedule:

The 2026 camp season begins with paid staff orientation/training starting on May 26th with camp running through Saturday, July 25th. There are 5 weekly sessions, 2 half week sessions of camp plus 1 weekend session requiring overnight stay. Summer staff, with the exception of the one overnight weekend stay, are to report to work on Sundays as designated herein through to Friday as scheduled.  

Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.)

Girl Scouts of South Carolina - Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with GSSC-MM, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@gssc-mm.org . GSSC-MM reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

Requirements

• No prior Girl Scout experience required; must be at least 21 years older with a current SC RN, LPN or Paramedic.
• First Aid and CPR certified preferred (will be provided at camp staff training if needed).
• This position requires female staff in accordance with privacy and supervision standards under the Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) exception for youth in single-gender cabin and restroom settings.
• Experienced in both children and adult illness/injury care.
• Review specific health issues with parents and staff.
• Participate in and assist with staff training relating to health and safety.
• Review inventory and supplies, estimating needs for adequate inventory.
• Organize, prepare health center for camp season.
• Process and check-in individual medication (prescription & nonprescription).
• Prepare medication administration forms (daily and prn sheets).
• Complete camper medication list for each unit.