Safety & First Aid Coordinator - FH: 2025-3549

SupportFinity™; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Headfirst Summer Camps is seeking a Safety & First Aid Coordinator to oversee health, safety, and emergency procedures for campers and staff during the summer program in Washington. The role focuses on medication management, safety policy enforcement, and on-site first aid leadership.

Responsibilities include training counselors, maintaining inventory, coordinating check-ins, and serving as on-site safety expert.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old with at least 2 years at an undergraduate institution or equivalent professional experience.
• Majors in pre-medicine, nursing, or sports medicine viewed favorably.
• Able to work around small children for the full day in outdoor environments.
• Required Certification: Adult & Pediatric First Aid & CPR, or ability to complete before May 30.

Responsibilities

• Review daily medication, sunscreen, and allergy reports to tailor camper care.
• Be the first responder for safety-related issues and injuries on site.
• Train and retrain staff on safety concerns and procedures with concrete feedback.
• Maintain safety and first aid material inventory and communication with HQ as needed.
• Lead morning/afternoon carpool, welcome families by name, and ensure smooth sign-in procedures.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Emergency response

Safety policies

Communication

Education

Undergraduate study (2+ years)

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Safety & First Aid Coordinator - FH: 2025-3549

Headfirst Summer Camps |

Headfirst Summer Camps | Posted Jan 16

Full-time

Washington

Unknown

Negotiable

At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create what we call Headfirst Moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.”

The Safety & First Aid Coordinator manages all aspects of the Headfirst camp experience related to the health and well‑being of campers and staff. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, careful management of camper medication, oversight of all safety procedures and policies, communicating safety updates to families and Headquarters as needed, and the safekeeping of confidential camper and staff information.

Camper ages 3-12 years old

Camp activities include art, field and court sports, moon bounce, playground, science, field trips, guest workshops, robotics, swim instruction, inflatable water slide, snack, lunch, program meetings, morning and afternoon carpool

Schedule In-season (late June through mid August) 715 am - 330 pm Monday - Friday Pre-season (early June) select weekends for training and site preparation

Compensation $18.00 / hour

• Safety Daily Responsibilities
• Review daily medication, sunscreen, and allergy reports to anticipate campers who need individual care plans and personalized medication fanny packs
• Be the first responder for all safety-related issues and injuries on site, camper bathroom accidents (P.I.Ps) as well as low and high priority emergency medical situations, utilizing CPR/First Aid training as necessary
• Act as the on-site expert on Headfirst’s safety protocols on medication administration, bathroom procedures, and emergency medications for both campers and staff
• Nurture physical and emotional safety by forming close connections to campers and provide support when campers need help
• Maintain safety and first aid material inventory, communicating with when inventory needs refreshing
• Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, ensuring Yondr compliance amongst staff, welcoming each family to camp by name with top notch Headfirst-level energy and coordinated carpool procedures where you will manage the check-in table
• Communicate Proactively
• Train and retrain your team of counselors, specialists, and program leaders on safety concerns and procedures, providing dynamic, specific feedback and support to keep them growing
• Act as the bridge from camp to families, diligently reporting safety incidents and supporting the associated communication home
• Be an Active Member of the Camp Team
• Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
• Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
  • Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, hands‑on, helpful, and in uniform
  • Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and lead your team to do the same
  • Handle the Curveballs
    • Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things

Must be at least 20 years old with at least (2) years at an undergraduate institution or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience
  • Majors in pre‑medicine, nursing, or sports medicine viewed favorably.
• Must be able to
  • Work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
  • Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
  • Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
  • Committed to adhering to the Cell‑Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.
  • Required Certification
    • Adult & Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification, or the ability to complete these prior to May 30.

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply. #INDHFL

Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high-quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things.

What makes Headfirst different is intentionality. We don’t wait and hope growth happens - we design for it. Our programs are carefully structured, and our staff are trained to spot, create, and celebrate breakthrough moments. These Headfirst Moments - when a camper pushes past fear, tries something new, or surprises themselves - are built into every day.

We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, creating welcoming environments where campers feel seen and known, staff feel supported, and families trust that every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Behind the scenes, a professional, year‑round Headquarters team supports our seasonal staff with training, systems, and clear expectations so camps run smoothly and consistently.

When you join Headfirst, you’re joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families. The work is meaningful, the standards are high, and the summers are unforgettable.

About the company

Headfirst Summer Camps