Health Officer in Mears, Michigan at Grace Adventures

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

• Fulfill the overall ministry of Grace Adventures and implement the mission of summer camps and guest groups by overseeing the collection, storage, and distribution of camper and staff medications, assess and provide care for minor injuries at camp, and be equipped to leverage the appropriate resources for major emergencies.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help run camp, guest group, and Community Worship programs with excellence
• Complete staff training and follow all camp policies
• Stay physically and spiritually fit to minister
• Become familiar with campus staff, facilities, and grounds

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a vital, growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Implement a quality health care program that is safe, promotes health and safety practices, and meets state licensing requirements and laws.
• Inventory and stock all necessary first aid supplies.
• Enter all injuries, first aid treatments, and medication in the digital
• Report all serious injuries or diseases to the director and to the state (as required by law)
• Distribute all medication according to the prescription
• Handle all emergencies according to the emergency medical procedures posted in the nurses’ station.
• Keep all medications and supplies secured
• Make purchases as budgeted and directed
• Follow procedures to care for bodily fluid clean up
• Maintain a clean, professional environment in the Health Office
• Minister to campers and staff physical, emotional and spiritual needs through relationships
• Assist with housekeeping: cleaning showers, bathrooms, and buildings to meet standards of excellence
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor(s)

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal

HOUSING: Provided throughout contract dates

MEALS: Provided throughout contract dates whenever campers or guests are being served

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a personal growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Knowledge and love for God's Word
• Good health and stamina as required to implement a summer camp program. This will involve long hours and lifting at times. Ability to work in various weather climates and conditions.
• Willing and teachable attitude
• Team-based mindset
• Must currently possess one of the following certifications or be willing and able to complete provided training
• Physician
• Physician’s assistant
• Nurse practitioner
• Registered nurse
• Licensed practical nurse
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Medical first responder
• Wilderness first responder
• Responding to emergencies
• Must have current CPR certification or be willing and able to complete provided training
• Minimum age 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent