What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Butwin: Summer Camp Health Coordinator position at Minnesota Jewish Community Center?
About the Opportunity
The Minnesota JCC seeks seasonal Health Coordinators for the 2026 summer camp season. The Camp Health Coordinator is responsible for supervising health services and providing medical care to campers and staff on site at Camp Butwin, a day camp located on 88 wooded acres in Eagan, MN or at Camp Olami, a day camp located in St. Louis Park, MN.
Daily Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8-hour daily shifts, earliest arrival is 8:30am and latest departure is 4:30pm.
Base Compensation:
$130/day (based on an 8-hour workday). Plus opportunities for additional pay/bonuses.
Essential Functions
- Responsible for the health care of children and staff in camp. This includes the treatment of minor injuries and contacting the appropriate people in case of a more serious injury.
- In the event of a medical emergency, the Health Coordinator is the person in charge of the situation in consultation with the Camp Director until EMS or other more qualified personnel arrive.
- Responsible for the management and disbursement of all medications in accordance with prescribed instructions and camp policies, including preparation of medications for trips and overnights.
- Responsible for all medical records. Keeping and maintaining health records at camp and at the JCC. Checking to make sure each camper has a medical form and notifying parents of missing forms.
- Assist in preparing a pre-camp orientation about first aid and emergency procedures to train staff in camp medical and emergency procedures.
- Maintaining contact with parents regarding ongoing care (medication) and first aid treatment at camp.
- Responsible for assisting with office duties (i.e. answering phone, taking messages) when it does not interfere with medical concerns.
- Assist in maintaining attendance procedures and bussing information and related phone calls to maintain up to date records.
- Attend family nights, open house, pre-camp administration meetings, in-camp meetings and staff parties at the discretion of the Camp Director.
- Responsible to continuously evaluate medical area to provide the best possible care.
- Review and prepare a confidential list of all medical/health concerns regarding campers and staff. Relay important information to staff as deemed necessary prior to camper arrival.
- Assist and complete other administrative tasks as requested by the Camp Director.
- Check, fill, and issue first aid kits for trips outside of camp and for around camp in necessary locations.
- Weekly check-ins with Camp Director to assess ongoing health needs and concerns of camp population.
- Work closely with the inclusion department to ensure the health and safety of all campers and staff based on all needs.
Salary : $130