Summer Staff Ponderosa Lodge First Aid Coordinator

Mount Hermon Association, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Hermon Association, Inc. is seeking a First Aid Coordinator for The Ponderosa Lodge.

The role reports to the Conference Center Nurse and Health Services Administrator, guiding the PL First Aid Technicians and coordinating the health center operations for campers and staff. The position requires a current AHA First Aid/CPR/AED certification, a high school diploma, and a willingness to work in a faith-driven camp environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Current American Heart Association Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED which includes care of infant, child, and adult.
• College or university course work in preventative health practice, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology are preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older with a clean driving record due to MH driver policy.

Responsibilities

• Guide, encourage, and direct the PL First Aid Technicians as directed by the CC Camp Nurse, Healthcare Services Administrator, and/or Ponderosa Lodge Director.
• Coordinate and participate in stocking the PL Healthcare Center.
• Assist with transporting campers or staff to urgent care or hospital using MHAs 2 Person Policy.
• Report to Conference Center Camp Nurse all campers requiring transport to offsite healthcare providers.
• Document each campers or parents clinical encounters in Circuitree and MHA staff/JEMS in Camp Health Log.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Outdoor activities

Punctuality

Observant

Education

High school diploma

American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED

Course work in preventative health/ pharmacology/ anatomy

Job description

Position Objective:

The Ponderosa Lodge (PL) First Aid Coordinator assists with and reports to the Conference Center (CC) all health needs of RWC campers and staff in a manner consistent with Mount Hermons mission, vision and values.

General Qualifications:

The PL First Aid Coordinator is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming MHAs Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHAs Christian community, conference programs and retreats. All staff are expected to join gatherings which include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Guide, encourage, and direct the PL First Aid Technicians as directed by the CC Camp Nurse , Healthcare Services Administrator, and/or Ponderosa Lodge Director.
• Coordinate and participate in stocking the PL Healthcare Center.
• Under the direction of the Healthcare Services Administrator or a MHA Camp Nurse, facilitate technician team process in storing, handling and dosing medication in compliance with MHAs Medication Policy and Procedures.
• Assist with transporting campers or staff to urgent care or hospital using MHAs 2 Person Policy.
• Report to Conference Center (CC) Camp Nurse all campers requiring transport to offsite healthcare providers.
• Access Circuitree-Health history/emergency contact form, parent/guardian consent, and Medication Administration Record as needed.
• Report daily to CC Camp Nurse and/or Healthcare Services Administrator
• Ensure Technician team checks/documents AEDs weekly.
• Document each campers or parents clinical encounters in Circuitree and MHA staff/JEMS in Camp Health Log.
• Carry First Aid back pack, (Epi-pens and Benadryl) on Beach Day and connects as needed with CC Camp Nurse.
• Participate in Health Screening of Campers and Staff as needed.
• With CC Camp Nurse or Healthcare Administrators support, locate, complete and distribute: Workers Compensation Packet (DWC-1), Employee or Volunteer Incident Report, Campers insurance forms ensuring Human Resources has all appropriate paperwork within 24hrs. Perform any other duties as assigned by CC Camp Nurse.
• Other duties as assigned by the PL Camp Nurse and/or Healthcare Administrator.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• PL First Aid Technicians

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• High school graduate.
• Current American Heart Association Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED which includes care of infant, child, and adult.
• College or university course work in preventative health practice, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology are preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older with a clean driving record due to MH driver policy.

Work Experience:

• Preferred experience (work or volunteer) working in health services environment.
• Previous First Aid work experience with MHA preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work with and lead a team with good judgment and decision making abilities.
• Must be punctual and responsible individual.
• Must exhibit great interpersonal skills with people of all ages.
• Must be observant and attentive.
• Mature understanding and respect for authority and peers, as well as camp guidelines and principles.
• Ability to engage in active listening.
• Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
• A heart to serve whenever needed.
• Ability to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.

Physical Demand s:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Ability to see, hear, grasp and speak English.
• The employee is frequently required to run, crouch, stand, sit for long periods, and use steep trails and stairs.

Additional Requirements:

• Must agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles for business purposes.
• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States .