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Be Curious. Be Connected. Be Cub Creek.
As a mentor and role model at Cub Creek Science Camp, you'll gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and connect with a global community of staff and campers who share your passion for animals and nature. With 300+ animals and 100+ activities, our unique take on the traditional sleep-away camp is a place where you can inspire kids, help them build self-confidence, and make lifelong friends. Learn more at https://cubcreeksciencecamp.com/join-our-team/. 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 8 (9 weeks)
Camp: June 6 - Aug 8 (9 weeks)
Health Lodge Assistant
The Health Lodge Assistant supports daily Health Lodge operations, provides overnight supervision, assists with medical documentation, and may distribute over-the-counter medications under standing orders.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Support the distribution of all scheduled daily and evening medications to campers.
- Supervise campers resting in the Health Lodge.
- Provide comfort care and observe for changes in condition.
- Accurately document all Health Lodge visits and outcomes.
- Distribute over-the-counter medications only under standing orders when clearance is verified.
- Communicate all concerns to the Nurse or Health Coordinator.
- Serve as overnight “ears” in the Health Lodge for emergency awareness.
- Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers as needed by following behavior management techniques as outlined in the staff manual and during training.
- Follow all camp policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of campers.
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Requirements
- Completed at least 1 year of college education, with specialization in nursing, pre-med major, or health sciences preferred.
- Hold First Aid and CPR certification (preferred).
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Demonstrate strong communication and record-keeping skills.
- Follow medical instructions precisely.
- Maintain a professional demeanor with campers and staff.
- Possess experience in health care or youth services (preferred).
- Demonstrate a desire to positively impact the life of a child and a willingness to put the needs of campers first.
- Effectively communicate ideas, thoughts, and instructions in a constructive manner.
- Work self-sufficiently on tasks and assigned goals with minimal supervision.
- Work effectively in a team environment, giving and receiving direction from others.
- Adhere to the camp's code of conduct, rules, and policies.
Benefits
$6,000 for 11 week summer (2 weeks training and 9 weeks of camp). Additional $100 credit in camp store for snacks and supplies. Housing, meals, and laundry included. Weekend work is required, this position requires availability to work on-site 7 days a week for the contract period. Two 1-hour breaks provided each day, and a scheduled 21-hour break each week.
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