Camp Health Room Administrator

Please CLICK HERE to apply for Summer 2026.

Why this role matters:

The Health Room Administrator is responsible for coordinating the daily routine of the Health Room and communicating any health-related concerns or issues to the Head Nurse and Camp Director working within the guidelines of the Bender JCC of Greater Washington.

Core Responsibilities include:

• Set up and oversee the smooth running of the Health Room(s), maintaining inventory and coordinating purchases with the Head Nurse.
• Complete pre-camp work, including preparing camper and staff medical files, collecting all required forms and signatures, and communicating with parents regarding the forms.
• Answer phone and communicate information to appropriate people. Log all phone calls.
• Direct parent concerns to appropriate staff members.
• Triage campers as they arrive in the health room.
• Coordinate with Shelf Room Coordinator to ensure all allergies are accounted for with snack distribution.
• Maintain camper and staff medical records. Ensure staff and camper health examinations are current and on file.
• Prepare and utilize daily medical log for treatment and medications.
• Prepare and record incident and accident reports forms as required.
• Report any health problems or symptoms of illness to the Head Nurse or Camp Director.
• Assist in packing up the medical supplies at the end of the summer.
• Take part in the daily set-up and clean-up of the health room.
• Attend all orientation sessions and staff meetings.

Qualifications include:

• Prior experience working with school aged children.
• Ability to engage with campers and staff of all ages.
• Comfort level working with children with a wide range of abilities.
• Able to read and follow directions on medication labels, health forms, physician orders, and parent letters.
• Able to communicate verbally, in writing, and electronically with parents, staff, and administration about camper health concerns.
• The ability to change soiled clothes as needed.
• Must be able to go outside, travel long distances and lift 50 pounds.
• CPR and First Aid certified with experience in first aid and emergency management.
• Community health knowledge.
• Trained in using an AED.
• Must be able to get to and from work each day.
• Knowledge of, and respect for, the mission of the Bender JCC of Greater Washington.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Bender JCC of Greater Washington, including its Personnel Handbook, and to abide by them.
• Work in a team environment.
• Communicate effectively with others, verbally and in writing.

Priority will be given to candidates who are available the entire camp season starting on June 15 going through mid-August

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $6,000-6500 (total pay for the regular camp season). Salary is determined based on experience including previous experience at Lessans Camp JCC.

Research shows that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they feel that they meet 100% of the qualifications. If this role sounds interesting to you, we encourage you to apply! The Bender JCC is committed to building a diverse team that draws on the strengths of people with a variety of identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

To Apply

To apply, go to: https://jccgw.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/App

Email [email protected] with any questions.