Health Services Assistant Director

The Barton Center for Diabetes Education, Inc.

Assistant Director, Health Services (Seasonal RN Leadership Role)

Position Type

Seasonal, Residential (Summer 2026)

Dates & Commitment

July 5 – August 10, 2026

1 week of pre-camp training and preparation

4 weeks of residential camp programming

Designed for nurses seeking a meaningful, time-bound summer role between school years or travel assignments.

Location North Oxford, Massachusetts

On-site housing and meals provided for the full duration.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is particularly well-suited for:

School nurses looking for a summer opportunity that builds on pediatric experience

Travel nurses between assignments seeking a structured, high-impact short-term role

RNs interested in leadership experience in a mission-driven, residential care setting

About The Barton Center for Diabetes Education

The Barton Center is a nationally recognized organization working at the intersection of healthcare, education, and youth development. For more than 90 years, Barton has supported children, families, and young adults living with Type 1 diabetes through residential camps, educational programs, and leadership development opportunities.

Our programs combine medical safety, skill-building, and joyful community experiences to help young people build confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships.

Working at Barton is more than a summer role—it is an immersive, hands-on leadership experience in pediatric diabetes care and community-based healthcare delivery.

Role Overview

The Assistant Director of Health Services is a seasonal clinical leadership role responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Health Center and ensuring high-quality diabetes care across camp.

This individual plays a critical role in supervising health staff, supporting real-time diabetes management, and serving as a bridge between medical, program, and camper experience teams.

You’ll operate in a fast-paced, team-based environment where clinical skill, adaptability, and strong communication are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Health Center Operations

Support daily management of the Health Center to ensure safe, efficient operations

Coordinate schedules for health staff (RNs, medical assistants, volunteers)

Oversee medical records, medication administration logs, and incident reporting

Support inventory management and organization of medical supplies

Diabetes Management

Provide hands-on support for Type 1 diabetes care, including insulin dosing, pump site changes, and CGM troubleshooting

Assist in developing and implementing individualized care plans

Monitor BG/CGM trends and escalate concerns to senior medical staff

Deliver direct clinical care and guidance to campers and staff

Leadership & Supervision

Help train, supervise, and mentor seasonal health staff and volunteers

Provide diabetes education and support to non-medical camp staff

Model best practices in both clinical care and camper interaction

Camper & Family Support

Serve as a health advocate for campers’ physical and emotional well-being

Communicate with families as needed throughout the camp experience

Support check-in and check-out processes, including medical review

Emergency Preparedness

Assist in managing medical situations and coordinating with external providers when needed

Ensure adherence to established emergency protocols

Qualifications

Required

Active RN license (Massachusetts license required; compact or out-of-state nurses encouraged to apply early to allow time for MA licensure)

Minimum 2 years nursing experience; leadership experience preferred

Familiarity with Type 1 diabetes management (pumps, CGMs, insulin, carb counting)

CPR and First Aid certification

Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented, residential environment

Preferred

Experience as a school nurse, pediatric nurse, or travel nurse

Experience in camp, residential, or youth settings

Personal or professional connection to Type 1 diabetes

Work Environment & Schedule

Live on-site for the full program duration (housing and meals provided)

Schedule includes extended hours, evenings, and weekends typical of residential camp settings

Time off is built into staff schedules to ensure sustainability across the season

Why This Role Is Unique

This is a high-impact, short-term leadership opportunity that allows you to step into a fully immersive pediatric diabetes care environment.

You will gain experience in:

Leading and supervising a seasonal clinical team

Delivering real-time diabetes care in a dynamic, youth-centered setting

Collaborating across healthcare, operations, and program teams

Supporting both the clinical and psychosocial needs of children living with Type 1 diabetes

For school nurses and travel nurses, this role offers a meaningful way to leverage your expertise during the summer months while gaining leadership experience and being part of a mission-driven community.