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NJ Camp Health Director & Admin.

7 days ago

Lawrenceville

Job Description Health Director & Admin. - NJ Who We Are At DEAN Adventure Camps, we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures—all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Trust, Growth, and Creativity, we foster an environment where learning, discovery, and personal development thrive. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient, compassionate, and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world. We operate across DC, MD, NJ, PA, and VA, offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more: DEAN Adventure Camps. What You’ll Do As the Assistant Site & Health Director – NJ, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations, camper well-being, and excellent communication at our smaller, tight-knit New Jersey site. The Assistant Site Director in New Jersey will serve as the designated Health Director for your site in alignment with New Jersey youth camp licensing requirements. You’ll oversee daily logistics, support staff and campers, and serve as the primary point of contact for camper health, parent communication, and site organization. You’ll play a critical part in ensuring a safe, responsive, and supportive environment for campers and team members throughout the season. Responsibilities in accordance to New Jersey Youth Camp Safety Standards and DEAN protocols include, but are not limited to: • Supporting the Site Director to ensure camp operations run safely, smoothly, and on schedule each day; take ownership of establishing procedures and readiness standards that support an efficient and compliant Health Center., • Coordinating camper health needs by organizing health forms, administering medications in accordance with camper health plans, documenting medication logs in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality, and providing first aid and emergency care for injuries or illnesses., • Review Camper and Staff Health histories prior to and during camp operations to ensure documentation is acceptable and identify allergies, medical conditions, and other concerns requiring accommodation., • Communicating with parents regarding camper health updates, incidents, or general inquiries in a clear, timely, and supportive manner., • Greeting families at check-in/check-out with professionalism and warmth; answering parent phone calls, documenting conversations in writing, and sending clear, professional follow-up emails., • Managing supplies and ensuring all program, safety, and first aid materials are stocked and ready for daily use., • Supporting the team with logistics, camper transitions, sun safety, emergency procedures, and proactive behavior management strategies., • Provide, oversee, and respond with first aid for campers + team members., • Maintaining and distributing accurate rosters, daily reports, and printables from CampBrain and the portal to support planning, compliance, and visibility., • Record Keeping and Documentation, • Maintain a bound medical log at the health center, as required. Log must document every health center visit with the date, name of camper/counselor, ailment, treatment provided, and name of who administered treatment., • Store and handle the log in compliance with HIPAA privacy standards, ensuring access is limited to those with a legitimate need to know., • Modeling calm, professional leadership and fostering DEAN’s culture of kindness, inclusion, and accountability among both staff and campers., • Serve as a point of contact for health-related communication with team members and, when appropriate, families., • Conduct daily health surveillances by monitoring camper and team member wellness, identifying concerns early, and escalating when needed, • Support overall camp safety practices, including collaboration with team members overseeing high-risk activities (e.g., waterfront, athletics), • Medication Administration where necessary, utilizing the advisement of the RNs in the DEAN Adventure Camps’ PA location, • Maintain required first aid supplies by conducting regular checks and request restocking as needed, • Immediately report suspected communicable disease cases or outbreaks to the Site Director and DEAN Adventure Camps administration so the local health department can be notified per state requirementsWhat Makes You a Great Fit, • Organized & Reliable – You’re detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive on creating order in dynamic environments., • Health & Safety Focused – You bring strong judgment, responsibility, and care when managing medications, first aid, and camper well-being., • Excellent Communicator – You build trust through clear, compassionate communication with staff, families, and leadership., • Flexible & Resourceful – You smoothly transition between administrative tasks, camper support, and hands-on camp needs., • Calm Under Pressure – You stay grounded and solution-focused, helping your team navigate busy camp days with confidence., • Team-Oriented Leader – You foster collaboration and positivity, ensuring every camper and counselor feels valued and supported., • Friendly & Approachable – Experience working with children aged 3-16 years., • Tech-savvy – Comfortable using tools like Google Workspace and Slack.Schedule and Requirements, • This is a full-time, on-site seasonal role from July 6th – August 14th, • Camp operates 7am–6pm, • Ability to commute to: 2500 Main St, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648, • Must be at least 21 years old., • Must be up to date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire., • Ability to lift 50 lbs, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active, outdoor environment., • Per N.J.A.C. 8:25-5.2, the Health Director at a New Jersey day camp hold a current qualifying credential from a Recognized Certification Agency (N.J.A.C. 8:25 Appendix D) For DEAN Adventure Camp’s Lawrenceville site, the required credential is:, • Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (professional level) from an approved certification agency: American Red Cross or approved equivalent, • Your seasonal placement in this role is contingent on holding a current, valid certification at the start of camp and throughout the season, • Other qualifying credentials accepted under N.J.A.C. 8:25-5.2 include: licensed NJ physician, NJ-licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, certification in Advanced First Aid, paramedic, EMT, First Responder CIM, or BOC-certified athletic trainerRole Boundaries, • In accordance with NJ regulations, the Health Director may not be assigned to ongoing high-risk activities (including lifeguarding or activity leading) at the same time as Health Director responsibilities, nor counted in staff-to-camper ratios, • The Health Director is not authorized to administer medications outside of what is documented in DEAN Adventure Camps’ written medical policies and the written authorizations on file for each camper, nor are they authorized to make medical diagnoses; their role is to provide first aid, monitor wellness, document observations, escalate appropriately, and coordinate with parents and EMSPerks and Benefits, • Pay range: $950–1,050/week, • FLSA Status: This is a seasonal full-time, non-exempt position under the FLSA., • Paid training: Pre-Summer remote training on: leadership, operations, and DEI, plus in-person staff and logistics training the weekend before camp., • All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed., • Referral Bonus: Earn $50 per hired referral, with no referral limits., • Daily perks: Free snacks, coffee, and parking + Monday breakfast, • Employee discounts on camp rates for family members, outdoor gear, art supplies, electronics, and more., • Career growth: Gain resume-building experience, letters of recommendation, and networking opportunities.Equal Opportunity Employment Statement DEAN Adventure Camps is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Hiring decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Join our team and make a difference this summer! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — apply early to secure your spot. Powered by JazzHR y5kyebAKfP

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