Day Camp Health & Wellness Coordinator

The Discovery School Day Camp is a special place for children to have fun, grow new friendships, discover nature, and have the freedom to be themselves! We strive to inspire a culture of kindness, curiosity, and connection to one another as well as the world around us. Our Discovery kids spend their days exploring our 7 acre nature campus - climbing in our nature playground, building forts in the woods, relaxing by the pond, creating art, playing group games, working in the garden, and having water fun!

Position: Health and Wellness Coordinator

Reports to: Camp Director

Time Commitment: M-F (40 hours/week); 6/1/26 - 7/31/26

Compensation: $20/hr

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Day Camp Health and Wellness Coordinator ensures the health, safety, and

well-being of all campers and staff. This role includes providing first aid and medical care, administering

medications, triaging emergencies and maintaining records throughout our dynamic outdoor

environment. Our camp health and wellness coordinator also gets to contribute to the fun, community

atmosphere of camp life, helping create a safe and vibrant environment where campers can thrive.

Responsibilities & Expectations

Professionalism & Collaboration

● Arrive well-rested, on time, and maintain consistent attendance for the full 8-week session.

● Communicate necessary absences with as much advance notice as possible.

● Build respectful and professional relationships with campers, families, and staff.

● Support and uphold the mission, philosophy, and policies of The Discovery School Day Camp.

● Approach challenges with creativity, problem-solving, and a sense of humor.

● Maintain confidentiality regarding all sensitive medical and personal information.

Health & Safety

● Document medical incidents and communicate promptly with parents/guardians.

● Follow all camp health and safety guidelines and applicable state regulations regarding abuse or

neglect.

● Remain calm and follow emergency protocols in all situations.

● Lift, move, or support children (~50 lbs or more) as needed.

● Stay familiar with camper names, approved pick-ups, allergies, lunch choices, and other relevant

health information.

Operational & Clinical Responsibilities

● Use the Jumbula app to access camper health profiles and communicate with families.

● Review all camper health records weekly, including allergies, chronic conditions, and medication

needs.

● Ensure the health office is fully stocked, organized, and ready for use (first aid kits, burn cream,

stingkill, bandaids, tweezers, etc.).

● Communicate regularly with kitchen staff regarding food allergies and menu ingredients.

● Assess and treat minor injuries and illnesses (cuts, scrapes, insect bites, allergic reactions,

dehydration, sunburns, etc.).

● Promote general wellness: hygiene, healthy habits, sanitation, and preventive health behaviors.

● Administer prescription medications according to schedules and physician orders, including for

chronic conditions.

● Maintain accurate and confidential health records, treatment logs, and medication logs for campers

and staff.

● Provide triage and emergency care for serious incidents; coordinate with EMS or local hospitals as

needed.

● Identify and mitigate environmental risks: pond safety, water-related accidents, wildlife

encounters, and trail hazards.

● Offer emotional support and reassurance to campers experiencing stress or anxiety.

● Collaborate with the camp director, counselors, and staff to maintain a healthy, safe, and inclusive

environment.

Supportive & Community Role

● Participate in camp activities as appropriate without compromising medical duties.

● Serve as an on-call substitute when needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

● Must have a genuine desire to serve children and families.

● Experience working with youth populations preferred (school nursing, pediatrics, camp, etc.).

● Ability to manage and document medical records, medication logs, and health history forms.

● Strong communication skills: ability to interact effectively with campers, parents, staff, and

external medical professionals.

● Comfortable in outdoor environments: walking, standing, bending, lifting moderate weight, and

moving across uneven terrain.

● Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick, informed decisions in emergencies (injuries,

allergic reactions, wildlife encounters, water accidents).

● Must obtain and maintain all necessary clearances (see below).

● Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities effectively.

Desirable Attributes

● Experience with wilderness and outdoor medicine, environmental risks, water safety, and wildlife

(insects, snakes) on a nature campus.

● Ability to train and orient staff in basic first aid, water safety, wildlife awareness, and emergency

response.

● Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit.

● Empathy, patience, and positivity; strong ability to provide reassurance and support to children.

● Commitment to preventive health practices: sun protection, hydration, hygiene, insect/animal

safety, and pond/water awareness.

Required Clearances:

● PA Criminal Background Check *

● PA Child Abuse Check *

● FBI Criminal Background Check *

● NSOR

● Act 31 Online Training *

● Clearances and Act 31 training must be valid through August 1 , 2026.

Other Requirements:

● CPR/first-aid certified: included and paid for in summer camp staff training week

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Discovery School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining,

developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color,

religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran

status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work

environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and

dignity