Nurse Resident Camp

Cartersville, GA, United States

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we're looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we're an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

Nature and Scope :

Under the supervision of the Camp Director and in cooperation with other staff, the Resident Camp Infirmary staff is responsible for developing program-specific health setting needs of campers and staff while at resident camp. The Resident Camp Infirmary staff is responsible for collaborating with professional staff to meet the needs of campers and staff, follow health care protocols and procedures set up by the YMCA, DPH, and American Camp Association.

Minimum Requirements:

Valid medical licensing as required by Georgia state law. (LPN, RN, PA, MD)

Required certifications current First Aid/CPR.

Complete PPE and safety protocol training prior to first shift.

Experience with children as well as adults.

A working knowledge of computers: MS Word, MS Excel, data base management

Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills

Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality

Must be at least 21 years of age

Pass a criminal background and drug screening check

Pass a Motor Vehicles Record and have own transportation.

Responsibilities: Perform COVID 19 safety procedures and all other necessary protocols before, during, and post camp. To include: Personal temperature checks, camper and parent temperature checks and prescreen questions, sanitation of camp areas.

Assure that all necessary PPE are available to provide an effective and safe program

Assist in planning and implementation of social distancing programs and safety protocol which will assist in the development of the camper physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually and which promote YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Report to the Camp Director/Unit Leader any difficult or unusual situations.

Share problems with the Camp Director/Unit Leader so they can be solved.

Stay updated on current issues regarding overnight camp programs.

Promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that all day camp programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.

Maintain branch and association certifications in Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation and Branch off-site Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.

Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.

Other duties as assigned.

Adhere to Metro Atlanta YMCA policies and procedures.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES BASED ON NEEDS SPECIFIC TO ROLE: Be able to set an example on a daily basis.

Be able to maintain a safe and healthy environment for staff and children.

Be able to provide sound, caring and positive leadership for children.

Able to maintain a safe and fun environment for children.

Provide, to everyone, extraordinary customer service to parent(s).

Be able to recognize and implement safety standards in all program activities.

Be able to participate effectively with other staff in implementing creative and fun camp activities for camp.

Have a good understanding of the mission and values of the YMCA and be able to demonstrate and teach based on those values.

Communicate positively with parents and staff as required.

Attend all staff camp trainings.

EFFECT ON END RESULT:

This position has a primary impact on the overall effectiveness of the resident camp program and the success of services to the community. The effectiveness of this position is primarily measured by the stated satisfaction of members and ensuring a safe, clean, controlled and fun environment in accordance with the Metro Atlanta YMCA Philosophy.

ERGONOMICS:

Ability to work actively while supervising children. Ability to climb, walk, run, stoop, squat or kneel. Ability to lift and carry equipment to appropriate destinations or affect the carrying of such equipment. Ability to use senses which enable safe supervision including seeing and/or hearing. It's fun to work in an organization where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement: Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.

Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

YMCA Camp High Harbour at Lake Allatoona