First Aid Station Assistant Application
Description
As a first aid volunteer, you will work closely with the Wellness Director and/or Camp Nurse Volunteer and the Hope for Kids staff to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of campers, volunteers, and staff throughout the week of camp. This role involves assisting with medication management, first aid, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment at camp.

Key Responsibilities
Medication Assistance:
- Assist the nurse with medication distribution (e.g., locating and returning campers’ medication bags).
- Maintain order during medication administration.
- Follow all medication procedures as directed by the nurse and after receiving proper training.

NOTE: First Aid Station Assistant Volunteers will not administer medication unless they have received Medication Administration Training.

First Aid Support:
- Provide simple first aid as directed by the camp nurse and document care in the health log.
- Report injuries beyond minor cuts and bruises to the camp nurse for evaluation.
- Notify the camp nurse of any illnesses requiring attention.
- All serious injuries or illnesses must be reported immediately to the Wellness
Director or Medical Director for further action.

First Aid Station Maintenance:
- Help maintain and organize the first aid station.
- Assist with routine laundry tasks, including cleaning and labeling soiled items and returning them to the appropriate cabin.
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining the “sick rooms,” including daily sanitation of beds, surfaces, and bathrooms.

Camper and Volunteer Support:
- Communicate with and assist Chill Room volunteers as needed.
- Monitor and support campers in the sick rooms.

Camp Support:
- Organize and prepare first aid supplies for camp activities.
- Ensure lead cabin counselors have first aid kits and camper medication lists by the end of the first day.
- Monitor water and Gatorade stations around the camp.
- Conduct and organize clean cabin checks, and communicate results to directors for awards.
- Support other camp activities and tasks as needed.

End-of-Week Responsibilities:
- Clean the nurse’s station and surrounding area.
- Restock shelves, drawers, and first aid kits for the next camp week.
- Report needed supplies to Hope for Kids staff.
- Sanitize and restock the infirmary refrigerator/freezer with ice packs.
- Ensure all linens are laundered, returned to bins, and beds are made in the sick rooms.

Typical Daily Schedule:
- Assist with morning medications from 7 to 8:30 AM
- Assist with lunch medications from 12 to 1 PM
- Assist with evening medications from 9 to 10 PM

In addition to assisting with medication times, you will attend activities to provide proper care for injured individuals and/or stay at the first aid station as needed to address any injuries or illnesses.

Accommodations:
- Volunteers will stay in shared accommodations with other volunteers of the same gender, featuring twin camp beds and a shared bathroom.
- The facilities are not air conditioned but most have ceiling fans. Additional fans are available in the Great Hall supply closet if needed.

Qualifications:
- Two recommendations, one being from a current ministry leader (if applicable).
- Clearances and approval from Hope for Kids.
- Willingness to work as part of a team and follow directions from the camp nurse and Hope for Kids staff.
- Basic understanding of first aid
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Dates:
Please select which week you would like to apply for after selecting this role.
Ages:
Ages 18 and up
Cost:
$70 per week
Availability:
This session has openings
Registration will end on 7/12/2026 at 11:59 PM.