Overview
Health Care Specialists at Exploring New Horizons (ENH) work with incredibly diverse groups of students
from across northern California. In this role you will provide support for participants coming to our
program by providing care for illness, injury, and other emergent situations. You will also work with the
ENH staff, cabin leaders, participating classroom teachers, and site partners to build a great ENH
community for all our students.
Under the direction of the Program Director and in partnership with the Health Care Supervisor, the
Health Care Specialist performs a variety of health care activities, including administering first aid,
assisting with medications, and providing medical treatment and emergency care services to students.
The Health Care Specialist regularly communicates with administrators, parents, students, teachers, and
staff; assists with student behavioral issues; liaises with facility staff regarding food allergies and health
concerns; and prepares staff for the specific health and behavioral needs of the participating schools.
Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedics, and EMTs
preferred.
-Assist in organizing and setting up the Camp Health Office
-Maintain insurance forms and camper health forms
-Accept and store all prescription and over-the-counter drugs
-Dispense medications to students according to physician instructions
-Maintain medication logs and records of camper’s office visits
-Assist in providing a staff orientation for the Camp Health Office
-Screen and evaluate health forms to find behavioral and medical conditions of students in the
weeks before they attend outdoor school; contact parents and teachers regarding med forms and
their completeness
-Examine sick or injured students and identify illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies;
coordinate response to emergency situations.
-Communication with parents and counselors of camper’s illness or injury
-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.
-Communicate weekly with the 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.
-Assist the Program Director with office paperwork such as assigning cabins and naturalists.
-Be on call overnight one night per week to respond to any nighttime emergencies.
COMPENSATION
-Pay range: $32–$35 per hour
-10 paid sick days annually
-Up to $250 per month for health, dental, and vision insurance reimbursements
-$1,500 annual stipend for Spanish fluency
-Professional development opportunities, such as conference attendance
Qualifications:
-Advanced certifications such as but not limited to, Registered Nurse,Licensed Vocational Nurse,
Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedic, EMT, WFR
-Bachelor’s degree plus 1-2 years of experience in education or camp settings, or commensurate
experience
Required Skills:
-Advanced certifications such as but not limited to, Registered Nurse,Licensed Vocational Nurse,
Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedic, EMT, WFR
-Bachelor’s degree plus 1-2 years of experience in education or camp settings, or commensurate
experience
-Participate in moderate physical activity, including but not limited to hiking, navigating over
rocky terrain, working in a variety of inclement weather, and lifting 40 lbs
-Must have transportation
About Exploring New Horizons Outdoor Schools
WHAT IS EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS? Exploring New Horizons (ENH) engages 3rd-8th grade students in residential outdoor education programs at our Pigeon Point and Sempervirens sites south of San Francisco, CA, empowering students, building environmental literacy, and strengthening school communities. Founded as a non-profit in 1979, ENH partners with over 100 Northern California schools. The Sempervirens program consists of 4- and 5-day residential programs for 160 - 230 5th and 6th grade students and their classroom teacher, utilizing either high school student or parent cabin leaders.
