Health Assistant (Evening) - Position
Description
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Job Description: The Ecology School is seeking a Wilderness First Responder or EMT to provide
evening and overnight medical coverage for our on-site overnight school and youth programs.
This person is responsible for providing medical coverage for our on-site overnight school
programs. The person will be responsible for the clinical functions related to the healthcare of
our participants. They will work closely with the Health Coordinator and report to the Director of
Learning Experiences and Program Manager to provide for the health and well-being of all
program participants as well as the staff.
Typical weekly schedule:
Monday overnight: 1600 - 0730
Tuesday: 1600 - 0730
Wednesday: 1600 - 0730
Thursday: 1600 - 0730
(1600 -2100 on active duty, 2100-0730 on call)
The Ecology School is an organization that transforms how people think about science, food, the
environment, and themselves through joyful, hands-on learning for all ages. Located at River
Bend Farm in Saco, Maine, The Ecology School provides a variety of programming including
conferences, workshops, camps, and school programs. The Health Assistant works primarily
within our overnight school and camp programs. We are committed to making every program
empowering, informative, and fun for our participants all while providing superior care to all of
our youth and schools. The Ecology School works to maintain a supportive and positive work
environment.
Qualifications
1. Current license to practice as a EMT in the State of Maine or Wilderness First Responder
Certificate and current certification in CPR.
2. Current Professional Liability Insurance if applicable
3. Oral communication skills:
a. to develop and maintain rapport with children, classroom teachers, parents and
other professionals
b. to work closely with Ecology School staff to provide care for all program participants
4. Written communication skills to keep records as required by law and communicate with
clients and medical professionals.
5. Computer literacy including excel and email
6. Proven ability to make quality, timely decisions regarding students, campers, and staff
Helpful Experience:
1. Live on-site in provided housing during overnight program.
2. Providing health care in overnight camps and/or schools
3. Dispensing daily medications to children. Health care education with children.
4. Providing health care in a non-traditional location where independence and flexibility are
essential.
5. Electronic charting and/or database programs experience.
Compensation
Health Assistant position is a non-exempt position and salary will be negotiated. Meals are
provided during programming. Meals are provided during programming. Housing is provided
throughout employment.
Responsibilities
1. Live on-site in the provided housing during overnight programs.
2. Dispense regular dinner and bedtime medications.
3. Keep records of medications dispensed, both regular and PRN, and any treatments given.
4. Coordinate any medical problems requiring off-site care when on duty.
5. Work closely with Ecology School administrators and client school staff (during school
programs) regarding participants' care while they are on site.
6. Assess/treat/refer any illness or injury reported by participants/teachers/staff.
To apply: Please submit a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three references to Alex
Grindle, Director of Learning Experiences, Alex@[Link].
The Ecology School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regards to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
