| Category | Fall 2010 | ||
| Created | 04-13-2010 | ||
| Owner | jacob@exploringnewhorizons.org | ||
| Job Title | Medic/Assistant Director | ||
| Start Date | 08-18-2010 | ||
| Organization | Sempervirens Outdoor School | ||
| Location | Boulder Creek, CA | ||
| Program Description | Located in Boulder Creek, CA, Sempervirens is one of three outdoor education programs run by Exploring New Horizons. ENH is a private non-profit environmental education organization composed of naturalist/teachers dedicated to providing affordable, high quality residential outdoor education. Our program consists of five and four day programs for fifth and sixth grade students from public and private schools from throughout the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1979, ENH has a strong reputation in the environmental education field for providing innovative programs based on three strands: 1) nature understanding and appreciation; 2) cooperation and group dynamics, and 3) self esteem and empowerment. | ||
| Program Type | Residential | ||
| Job Description | JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: •Perform a variety of health care activities involved in administering first aid, dispensing medications and providing medical treatment and emergency care services to students enrolled in the Outdoor Education program. •Screen and evaluate medical conditions of students; examine students and identify illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies; provide treatment and administer first aid and emergency medical care as necessary; coordinate response to emergency situations. •Dispense medications to students according to physician instructions; maintain medication logs and records; review student medical forms to verify completeness and identify student health care needs; implement services to assure health care needs are being met. •Counsel students concerning health care, personal and other issues as directed; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance. •Monitor students with specialized health conditions and dietary needs; assure students receive adequate medical services to assure optimal health; advise students, parents and staff concerning special medical and dietary needs among students. •Prepare and maintain various records, reports and files related to students, treatment, accidents and assigned activities. •Communicate with the Sempervirens kitchen staff regarding any dietary restrictions and supplements for participating students and/or teachers. •Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels of first aid and emergency medical supplies; order, receive and assure proper storage of supplies. Manage annual medical supply budget. •Organize and type weekly cabin lists and office paperwork. •Be on call 2 nights per week. •When Program Director is not on duty fulfill site director responsibilities and decision making. •Assist in the day to day program and site operations. Including but not limited to naturalist trail support, driving camp vehicles and procurement of program supplies. •Other duties as negotiated. |
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| Job Duration | School Year | ||
| Job Status | Full-time | ||
| Qualifications | •Current advanced First Aid and CPR certifications from an authorized organization. Valid Wilderness First Responder. •At least 1 year familiarity of residential outdoor school management and programming. •At minimum, a Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience •Ability to work in a variety of inclement weather including (but not limited to) rain, sleet, mud and wind. •Willingness to work a flexible work week on an annual basis. •Strong communication skills, both verbal and written •Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time. •Capability to assess and manage crisis situations. •Ability to lift 40 lbs. •Capability to communicate thoughtfully and completely in both written and spoken forms. •Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record. •Ability to follow and implement organizational risk management procedures, medication procedures and health care practices. •Possess organizational skills to manage necessary documentation, and required record keeping. •Position carries risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens and bodily fluids. |
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| Salary | $16,000-17,500/year depending on experience | ||
| Benefits | Medical and Dental | ||
| Housing | Provided Full-Time | ||
| Meals | Provided During Program only | ||
| Deadline for Application | 04-30-2010 | ||
| Contact Person | Jacob Sackin | ||
| Address | 20161 Big Basin Way Boulder Creek, CA 95006 | ||
| Phone Number | 831 338 3077 | ||
| Fax Number | 831 338 3500 | ||
| E-mail Address | jacob@exploringnewhorizons.org | ||
| Website | www.exploringnewhorizons.org | ||
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