Healthcare Assistant

ABOUT US 

Camp Harbor View changes lives and transforms Boston’s communities by exposing underserved youth to the possibilities of a future they may have never envisioned. 

At Camp Harbor View, kids can be kids. At each of the five program areas (aquatics, leadership, sports, knowledge is power, and art) campers engage in quality programming and learn the skills they need to succeed outside of camp. Our core values of fun, respect, responsibility, character, courage, and community drive the camp experience and create a safe, fun environment for campers to develop as young leaders. Camp Harbor View staff are responsible for fostering that environment and have the great privilege to model our values for our campers.  

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT 

Camp Harbor View’s work is focused on providing opportunity to some of Boston's most historically marginalized communities. We believe that by working together with the families in our program we will make progress in overcoming many of the barriers of systemic inequity and advancing educational and economic parity. We strive to build a staff and board that is reflective of the communities that we serve. 

ROLE 

Title/Position:
Healthcare Assistant 

Reports to:
Camp Nurse 

Location:
Camp Harbor View, Long Island, Boston MA (ferry transportation provided) 

Hours:

Seasonal, Full-Time; June 18, 2026 – August 21, 2026; 8:15 am to 4:45 pm 

Some pre-season hours available April to June 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Assist in the review the health records of campers and staff as required by the MA Department of Health summer camp regulations and American Camp Association (ACA) standards prior to each camp session to ensure physicals are dated within 18 months and all necessary immunizations are recorded; 

Work with Camp Nurse to communicate all health needs to the appropriate staff, including dietary restrictions, medication administration times, and conditions which require careful attention, such as asthma, allergies, and diabetes; 

Support Camp Nurse in providing care to campers who go to the health center following an injury or showing signs of illness; 

Communicate with families when a child appears ill at camp or sustains an injury that may require additional attention; 

Create first aid kits to be distributed to each program area and all buildings and vehicles, regularly reviewing the contents refilling as necessary; 

Communicate with the Health Care Consultant as needed; 

Support the development and growth of a positive camp culture by providing additional support to campers and colleagues as needed and at community-wide events, including, but not limited to, performances, lunch, and the ferry; and 

Other duties that support the Camp Harbor View community as needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Working towards a Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse 

Current Basic Life Support and Basic First Aid certifications required; 

Experience working in a camp or school setting preferred; 

Experience working in pediatric medicine preferred; 

Strong interpersonal and communication skills required;  

Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds; and 

Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Ability to accept constructive feedback and coaching; and 

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.