What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp EMT, CNA, WFR, WFA, EMT (Full-Time) - Camp Campbell position at YMCA of Silicon Valley?
Under the direction of the Health Supervisor, the Camp Health Assistant is responsible for the overall health/safety and sanitation of all people and places in camp. This position is expected to assist with all camp programs, as needed, throughout the year.
SALARY RANGE $29.00 - $33.00/hour
- Perform administrative duties -- complete logs, review forms, input data
- Assists with the orientation to the health cottage and health protocols with all staff, volunteers, and participants
- Maintain and distribute medicine, medical documents, etc for both campers and staff
- Have awareness for both staff and campers in regards to safety, health, and support
- Maintain supplies -- includes ordering, distributing, etc.
- Maintain a clean and healthy environment in the Health Cottage, includes empty trash, clean bathroom, and provide clean linens for every person who needs to lie down.
- Provide first aid supplies to all volunteers and staff.
- Remain on call and available on site during scheduled shift.
- Provide first aid treatment of minor injuries, bites, or medical emergencies.
- Assist children with homesickness.
- Maintain an organized and clean inventory of extra clothes, towels, sleeping bags.
- Assist cabin leaders in dealing with bed wetting by washing them.
- Attend camp meetings and trainings
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands of the position include:
- Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
- Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
Qualifications:
- Medical certification/ licensing options include: Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nurse Assistant, Wilderness Frist Responder, or Wilderness First Aid
- Gentle, patient, caring personality with the medical skills necessary to ensure the safety of all people in camp
- Effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication
- Works quickly, accurately and is timely in completion of projects
- Model the values of the YMCA of Silicon Valley and the individual worth of children
- Ability to lead and work within diverse populations
- Knowledge and experience working in a residential camp setting.
- Strong computer skills (word, excel, web based systems, etc.)
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.
Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.
Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.
Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.
Fiscal Management: Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.
Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.
Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.
Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Salary : $29 - $33