Headfirst Summer Camps

Summer Camp Safety & First Aid Coordinator: 2023-3012

The Summer Camp 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 / 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, 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, 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

    • Adhere to the Headfirst Cell-Phone free policy, powering down and putting cell phones in Yondr pouch for the duration of shift.
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.
    • Required Certification


    First Aid & CPR Certification, or the ability to complete these prior to May 30, 2024.

    Headfirst Companies are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
    • Seniority level

      Entry level
    • Employment type

      Full-time
    • Job function

      Health Care Provider
    • Industries

      Education Administration Programs

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