Health Care Coordinator

The Health Care Coordinator at camp is a vital role that ensures the well-being, safety, and positive experience of both campers and staff. This position requires maintaining health records, administering medications, providing first aid, overseeing cleanliness, conducting safety inspections, and assisting with special camper needs. The coordinator also supports camp operations by contributing to the spiritual and emotional growth of the community. With a strong focus on compassion, professionalism, and teamwork, the coordinator embodies the camp’s Christian values while creating a safe and nurturing environment for everyone.

There are some things that are unique about being camp staff. Here are some of them: 

• You will live on site during your employment.
  • ​Spring Staff usually work Monday to Friday staying on site during the week.
  • Summer Staff usually work Sunday to Friday, starting at 4:00pm on Sunday and finishing around 6:00pm on Friday
• We feed you
  • ​All staff are fed during their time at camp. Spring staff prepare their meals together with food supplied by camp. During the summer the whole camp eats together in the Dining hall, enjoying 3 meals a day and 2 snacks. Some days it seems all we do is eat!
• Staff Training is paid
  • ​Both the Staff Orientation and the Staff Training Camp are paid days.
• What if I have a weekly commitment or pre-planned event during the camp week?
  • For a one-time occurrence (ex. graduation, prom, anniversary party) we can be flexible and work to accommodate the absence with advance notice. However, a weekly commitment that will take you away from camp regularly is not something we can accommodate. You are expected to be at camp Sunday afternoon until Friday afternoon (for regular camp sessions) with no absences.
• Dietary requirements can be accommodated
  • ​We have great kitchen staff and can accommodate most dietary requirements.

Kenesserie Camp traces our camp’s history back to 1903. Throughout our existence, it has been the commitment of the Board of Directors to provide strong program and leadership for children ages five to fifteen within a safe & caring community. We are looking for staff members that are committed to the mission of the camp and who are interested in serving others. As a staff member at Kenesserie Camp, you will have the opportunity to express and demonstrate your character and example to the campers in your care and through interaction with fellow staff members. Working at Kenesserie Camp is a challenging experience as we work together towards creating positive lifetime memories for all who experience our programs. Please consider the commitment required as you contemplate applying for camp staff.

Job Description:

Length of Tenure:

• May – August 16 weeks
• A contract must be signed before the start of employment at Camp

Responsibilities:

• Maintain daily medical log of treatments, accidents, first aid, illnesses, and medications given.  Initiate WSIB forms for staff accidents, if applicable, and file with appropriate agency
• Maintain all health records of every camper and staff
• Responsible to receive all camper/staff medications and instructions at time of registration and return medications to guardian/staff member at time of deregistration
• Assist with special needs of campers ( bedwetting, homesickness, etc)
• Conduct inspection for cleanliness of cabins, dining hall, washrooms
• Document all drugs dispensed according to accepted standards
• Oversee administration and storage of medications, including disposal of medical waste
• Decide if further medical assistance is required (doctor consult, trip to emergency room).  Follow directions as outlined by the camp physician
• Stock and maintain all first aid kits throughout the camp and for special activities
• Maintain adequate health supplies in health care centre working with Health Care mentor for advice.
• Ensure adequate coverage for any camper in the health care centre
• Assist with medical aspects of offsite camping
  Conduct Health & Safety audits weekly.
• Inspect fire extinguishers monthly, smoke alarms weekly, and other safety equipment as needed.
• Perform drinking water quality tests daily as per regulations
• Coordinate the cleaning and storage of lost and found
• Morning Watch, Chapels, Bi and staff meetings while at camp
• Assist with the maintenance of the camp
• Positively contribute to the life of camp when not doing health care role by becoming involved in camp activities
• Serve as a resource person to the Director
• Act as a Counsellor, role model and consultant to all other summer staff
• Assist with night time rounds, rest hour times and morning rounds
• Participate in all evening programs
• Assist with planning and participate in all Staff Training Events
• Assist with inventory control of camp t-shirts and promotional items
• Complete end-of-summer report and submit to Camp Director before leaving camp at end of summer

Type of Accountability:

• Working within a team atmosphere to create a positive and supportive “Christ-like” atmosphere
• Be aware of confidentiality of this position and conduct themselves accordingly
• Willingness to follow all Camp rules and regulations defined by the Camp Director, The Kenesserie Board of Directors and The Policy and Procedures Manual
• Notify Camp  Director of any issues
• Relate well to campers and other staff in a caring, compassionate, respectful and understanding manner
• Be emotionally and spiritually mature in handling conflict and problems that arise.

Relationship of the position to the goals of the Camp:

• Exhibiting a standard of personal conduct that is consistent with both the Christian goals of the Camp and the expectations of the Camp Director
• Providing the time and care required for each camper to have a fun and meaningful experience during their time at camp
• Foster and encourage the mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual growth of each

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Will posses (at a minimum) current Standard First Aid and CPR
• Will be competent in caring for children and staff in a professional manner
• Understands confidentiality regarding health care issues
• The person who fills this position will practice to the limits of their expertise
• Required to live onsite during camp session (Sunday afternoon – Friday evening)
• A police Records Check including vulnerable individuals is required for this position.  The Police Records check must be current. (within the last 1 year)