Wellness Supervisor

Wellness Supervisor 

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Job Title:  Wellness Supervisor 

Region/Location: Colorado, Rocky Mountains 

Department:  Camp, OPP 

Occupational Job Group: Summer Camp 

Pay Range: $580/week plus food and lodging (valued at $200) 

Reports To: Camp Director and/or hiring manager 

Date: May-August (exact dates TBD) 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Terms: Seasonal, Full Time, Onsite 

Supervisory Responsibility: None 

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GENERAL PURPOSE: The Wellness Supervisor is responsible for the implementation and health services of mental, emotional, and social health services at a Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) camp property. This position is responsible for providing daily, on-call, and weekly wellness services for campers, working in tandem with the health supervisor to provide whole body health at camp. Additionally, this role supports the property, hospitality, operational, program, & cabin leadership team as needed as part of the camp team. A primary function of this, and every other job at camp, is to ensure that each member, guest and visitor receives the highest caliber of service. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ***(Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job) 

General Responsibilities 

• Participate as an active member of the camp staff team within all aspects of camp program.  

• Work with leadership supervisors, health team, leadership director, and executive director to provide wellness care for all persons within camp program.  

• Provide daily health/wellness screenings of campers.  

• Communicate and advise staff on accommodations to provide for special medical/health/wellness considerations.  

• Maintain constant professional communication in partnership with leadership director to caregivers regarding the mental and emotional health care and services provided to campers. 

• Provide support and oversight in routine and emergency health procedures in consultation with the executive camp director and in keeping with established guidelines. 

• Provide a comfortable, soothing, and caring environment and space for all people. 

• Encourage self-care among campers and staff by communicating needs, taking breaks, utilizing rest times, mindfulness strategies, and advocating for mental, and emotional health.  

• Responsible for the cleanliness, organization, care, maintenance, and inventory of assigned areas. 

• Responsible for the inventory, filling and contents of ‘wellness kits' and/or various resources needed.  

Program Responsibilities 

• Provide to campers wellness, mindfulness, ‘Popsicles of Positivity’, and team building programs, with a focus on self-care, positivity, kindness, empathy, and JEDI practices.  

• Assist with the implementation of general camp program for campers during overnight, troop day, and family camp sessions.  

Camper Leadership & Supervision  

• In conjunction with the leadership supervisors, provide care and supervision for all cases of mental illness, emotional support, neurodivergent persons, and special considerations of campers.  

• At all times, act ‘in loco parentis’ regarding the wellness services for all campers in overnight camp sessions.  

• Accountable for assuring campers receive quality wellness health care. 

Staff Leadership & Supervision 

• In conjunction with the leadership supervisors, provide support to staff seeking help/assistance in areas of mental, emotional, and social health.  

• Aid staff when reports of child abuse/neglect are made and contacting county due to the reporting of child abuse/neglect.  

• Provide resources as assigned regarding mental health, wellness practices, homesickness prevention & support, behavioral and special considerations, bullying/aggressive behavior, and guidance (discipline) strategies. 

• Provide mental health first aid advice according to procedures.  

Administration  

• Manage administrative responsibilities in a timely, independent, and detail-oriented manner.  

• Accountable for the documentation, review, and submission of all reports/situations, occurrences due to mental/emotional/social health issues.  

• Participate in camper and staff feedback forms as necessary for the overall camp’s strategic planning.  

• Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, and campers. 

• Participate in regular staff meetings and training for planning purposes, communication resolutions, and carrying out assignments.  

• Coordinate and communicate schedules to campers & staff as necessary.  

• Carry out ongoing observations to assure that goals and expectations of leadership & care are positive and appropriate. 

• Interact with digital systems including CampMinder, Office365, Slack, Instagram, & Facebook.  

• Follow policies, procedures, and standards set by the American Camping Association, Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoints, Colorado Department of Health and Human Services, and other certifying industry organizations. 

PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work and support plans are developed with the Leadership Director in conjunction with camp strategic plan, budget, and policies. 

• Provide and/or support camp-wide emergency procedures during on-site and off-site trip incidents.  

• Provide and/or support camp-wide health practices in conjunction with the health team. 

• Provide support as necessary to all operational, program, cabin leadership, and director staff.  

• Support the work of the site, kitchen, and housekeeping staff as needed. 

GSCO CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.  

• Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served. 

• Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and/or Formal Training  

• Higher education at college/university or equivalent professional experience. 

• Must have current OR willingness to obtain the following certifications: First Aid/CPR, Child Abuse Mandated Reporter, Universal Standard Precautions.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience 

• Experience within the mental health care industry.  

• Experience working as a social worker (i.e. previous or current licensed social worker), school counselor, personal life coach, special education teacher, or equivalent work experience. 

• Experience working with emotional health concerns, behavioral considerations, and the integration of social inclusion.  

• Experience within crisis management and trauma informed care.  

• Flexible and adaptable dealing with changing situations, environment, and procedures.  

• Preferred experience working in an outdoor program and/or camp setting. 

• Working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.  

• Experience in leadership of children, peers, and/or staff.  

• Willing to provide innovative and engaging program development and facilitation in an informal, outdoor setting. 

Additional Requirements 

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards. 

• Must be at least 21 years of age.   

• Valid driver's license, driving record acceptable to the Girl Scout insurance company standards, with 5 years of driving experience. 

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED  

• First-aid supplies, emergency, and health care equipment.  

• Health records and forms, incident reports, etc.  

• Subject to injuries from falls, accidental strikes, cuts from equipment, etc. 

• Computer and related software, telephone, copiers, and equipment commonly found in an office environment.  

• Handheld radios.  

• As directed, golf carts, owned and leased vehicles, including large SUV’s and ¾ ton trucks.  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES  

• Camps are at altitudes of 8,000-9,500 feet.  

• Ability to work non–traditional hours including evenings, weekends, extended overnight periods and extended work hours, up to 22 hours per day. 

• Required daily, frequent exposure to highly stimulating and loud environments. 

• Program activities are carried out in the out-of-doors often in inclement weather. 

• Willing to be on-call at all times, for health, emergency purposes, camper supervision, and program implementation. 

• Required to live on-site in shared housing with fellow staff; and campers assigned/required for supervision. 

• Requires extensive walking/hiking >2miles/day over uneven and unpaved terrain.  

• Able to carry, lift and/or transfer at least 50 pounds. 

• Ability to hear, listen, see, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, use hands & fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands & arms, and balance. 

• Must have interpersonal skills/behaviors (i.e. working with individuals with a range of moods & behaviors in a tactful, congenial personal manner, so as not to alienate, or antagonize them).  

 ***Employee signature below indicates the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential duties & responsibilities of the position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Please contact your supervisor/manager or HR with any questions. 

GSCO will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship or a direct threat to the Girl Scouts of Colorado. If you need such accommodation, contact your supervisor or Human Resources immediately to begin the interactive accommodation process.