Summer Camp Health Coordinator

Be Curious. Be Connected. Be Cub Creek.

Looking to build real-world emergency response and healthcare management experience for your resume? At Cub Creek Science Camp, you won't just study health protocols—you'll actively respond to field injuries, oversee routine medication distribution, collaborate with medical staff, and care for youth in an immersive outdoor setting!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY and begin building real-world clinical and field healthcare experience for your resume!

Speak with us about earning internship, work-study, or research project credit for the summer as well!
 

2027 Dates

Staff Training: May 23 - June 5 (2 weeks)
Camp: June 6 - Aug 7 (9 weeks)

What You'll Do

• Distribute all scheduled daily and evening medications to campers on schedule.
• Respond promptly to medical situations in program areas, trails, and cabins, carrying first-response equipment to maintain field readiness.
• Provide initial assessment, stabilization, and transport to the Health Lodge as needed.
• Accurately document all Health Lodge visits, outcomes, and medical encounters, communicating details directly to the Camp Nurse.
• Collaborate with cabin staff, directors, and advocates to support non-medical, emotional, and behavioral camper needs using positive guidance techniques.
• Follow all camp policies and procedures to ensure health, safety, and appropriate role-modeling across camp.

What You’ll Gain (Resume-Building Transferable Skills)

• Emergency Medical Response & Assessment: Direct experience providing triage, initial stabilization, first-response care, and field medical logistics.
• Healthcare Administration & Clinical Documentation: Hands-on experience managing medication schedules, maintaining accurate medical records, and reporting to nursing leadership.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & EQ: Interprofessional teamwork with camp directors, nurses, and cabin staff to ensure holistic camper well-being.
• Behavioral Guidance & Youth Support: Practical application of positive behavior techniques, active listening, and camper care.

What We'll Provide

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary of $8,800 for the 11-week summer season.
• All-Inclusive Living: Full room, board, meals, and laundry services provided on-site for the duration of the contract—save on summer expenses!
• Camp Store Credit: Includes an additional $100 credit for snacks, gear, and supplies.
• Schedule: Position requires availability on-site 7 days a week (including weekends) for the contract period. To support rest and work-life balance, staff receive two 1-hour breaks each day and 1 scheduled day off every week.

What We’re Looking For

• Majors or career interests in Nursing, Pre-Med, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Public Health, Athletic Training, Healthcare Administration, or related fields.
• Certifications in CPR, First Aid, or EMT preferred.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, walking an average of 5 miles daily on uneven ground, and working near animals.
• Strong core competencies in communication, empathy, detail-orientation, risk awareness, and composure under pressure.
• Desire to positively impact the life of a child and ensure a safe, healthy camp environment.

How You'll Get Started

CLICK HERE TO APPLY and begin building real-world clinical and field healthcare experience for your resume!

Or visit our website to learn more about working at camp before completing your application: https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/.