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~~~ WELLNESS DIRECTOR WANTED ~~~

posted by Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council - Camp Adelaide on 10/05/2010

 

Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council:

Summer Camp 2010 Employee Description

 WELLNESS DIRECTOR

Requirements of Position:

·         Willing to provide leadership to a dynamic staff team delivering a girl-centered, exciting camp program experience to girls.

·         Willing to live in a residential setting during the implementation of the camp program.

·         Willing to participate in all training programs required for this position. These training dates will be provided with the offer of employment.

·         Available for the full duration of the camp program. (see note below)

·         Provide all required documentation within the set timeframes identified in letters of offer.

 

Qualifications:

• Preferred: Currently working and maintaining credentials as a RN or RPN in the province of Ontario or a medical professional.

• Experience in supervising a staff team responsible for health care procedures.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work in and lead others in a team atmosphere.

• Current throughout employment period:

o Standard First Aid including CPR C.

o Criminal Records Check to comply with the requirement of obtaining the equivalent of membership in Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada.

o Malpractice insurance.

• Knowledge of the Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada program is an asset.

 

Reports to: Camp Director

 

Responsibilities:

Section One: General

• Be conversant with the appropriate organizational and governmental requirements for the implementation of responsibilities. This includes but is not limited to:

·         Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada “Safe Guide”

·         Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council terms of engagement.

·         Ontario Camping Association Standards.

·         Municipal and provincial regulations as they apply to camp programs.

·         Medical directives provided by the camp’s health care provider.

• Actively provide leadership to the health care team in the implementation of the overall camp health care program.

• Be an effective role model to campers and colleagues. This includes but is not limited to living the vision, mission and values of Girl Guides of Canada-Guides du Canada, the respectful treatment of all campers/staff, compliance with all rules/regulations, maintaining a clean & safe work/living environment and general behaviour throughout the employment period.

• Actively participate in the resolution of concerns that may arise within the team or with campers and implement appropriate process for the management of such.

• Notify the Camp Director of any concerns as they arise.

 

Section Two: Health Care & Wellness Leadership

• Overall responsibility for the implementation of the camp health care program.

• In partnership with the Camp Director implement a training program for all staff who will hold responsibilities in health care which includes first aid, health/safety, and risk management procedures.

• Implement assessment procedures of campers including:

·         First day wellness and lice checks

·         Final wellness check in

·         Review of all medications (prescription or over the counter)

·         Development of medication cycle

·         Updating of records based on information provided during arrival

• Ensure that the camp environment is assessed to ensure that appropriate health and safety practices are provided at all times.

• Review all camper files prior to their arrival to ensure that appropriate practices are in place to maintain their health and safety while at camp.

• Development of process and procedures for the ongoing health care, follow up and management of issues that arise.

• Training and implementation of an appropriate hygiene program within the camp to ensure that illness and injury is kept at minimal levels.

• With the knowledge of the Camp Director, Camper Care Director and/or Camp Coordinator, call parents/guardians to discuss wellness related issues.

• Ensure that all governmental and organizational practices/procedures are adhered to.

• Maintain all files and data in a confidential manner to ensure the privacy of the individual is protected.

• Ensure appropriate reports are provided at the end of the camp season in accordance to the procedures established by Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council.

 

Notes:

·         It is the responsibility of the individual to obtain and retain current certification prior to the start of their volunteering. The cost of certification is that of the individual.

·         Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council reserves the right to amend this job description from time to time.

 

Contract Dates (includes week of training):

Adelaide*: Aug 4-23

Woolsey*: June 12-Aug 1

Doe Lake: June 12-Aug 30

Wyoka: June 12-Aug 23

*Adelaide and Woolsey applicants should consider merging their contracts

 

Retrieve Employment Application here:

http://www.guidesontario.org/camping/employee_positions.htm

In order to be considered for any role, you MUST submit qualifications when you submit your application. If you do not have qualifications, you must explain to us what steps you’re taking to achieve them. Candidates that do not submit proof of qualifications will not move ahead in the interview process.

Submit to: summercamps.employees@guidesontario.org
summercamps.volunteers@guidesontario.org

Or

Fax to Attn: Linda Adu, Summer Camps HR Clerk
(416) 920-1440