Hospital Outreach Program Coordinator - Camp Korey (Carnation, WA)

Hospital Outreach Program Coordinator

Job Title:  HOP Coordinator
Desired Start Date: April 24^th, 2012
Application Due Date: 5pm, Friday, April 6^th, 2012
Employment Type: part-time, 15 hrs/week
Pay: $15 per hour
Department: Hospital Outreach – Camp Operations

Days/Hours: Because of the training period at hospitals, this position begins at an average of 10 hrs/week, but soon grows to an average of 15 hrs/week. April 24^th-June 1^st: 10 hrs/week à June 4^th and on: 15 hrs/week  (possibility to move up to 20 if program expands)

Please see “Dates To Note” section below. Must be available to work on Thursdays. Some flexibility for occasional evening or weekend programs preferred.

In accordance with hospital requirements, the position is available to those 21 years of age or older by April 24.

Camp Korey is expanding its Hospital Outreach Program for 2012, and we are looking for someone who wants to help lead the program! Our Hospital Outreach Program (HOP) brings the hopeful, playful spirit of Camp Korey to youth and families in the hospital setting, year-round.  Program staff offer both a compassionate presence and imaginative activities in order to restore joy, connection, self-esteem, and agency in times often laden with stress and uncertainty. The program is adapted to best support existing hospital programs and serves youth of all ages. The HOP Coordinator will facilitate drop-in programs and provide creative companionship to youth in their hospital rooms. The coordinator will also assist the HOP Manager with program development. The anticipated start date for the new position is April 24^th, 2012.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Program Coordination (approximately 5 hours per week)

·         Plan your Seattle-based programs/bedside visits

·         Order supplies on behalf of program

·         Develop program-specific flyers

·         Update records of programs, purchasing, and logistics

·         Contribute to periodic updates of documents regarding program practices and policies

·         Assist with the periodic recruitment and training of HOP volunteers

·         Coordinate and attend 1 volunteer craft-kit work party each month

·         Assist with the development and facilitation of special projects and larger celebrations

·         Converse regularly with HOP Manager regarding program experience, needs, & ideas for improvement

·         Communicate with hospital coordinators to develop or improve your programs

2. Outreach Program (approximately 10 hours per week)

• Facilitate creative drop-in sessions for children, teens and young adults in the hospital setting. Activities include arts & crafts projects and expressive group games.
• Conduct creative bedside visits for children, teens and young adults during inpatient stays or prolonged outpatient treatments.
• Follow each Hospital’s protocol with preparation, facilitation, and clean-up of the program
• Adapt activities or possibilities for participation as needed to be inclusive for all
• Role-model the ability to take creative-risks, and provide encouragement for children to do the same
• Document the program through photographs as hospital policy allows

3.  General

• Complete applications, interviews, immunizations, and all trainings for hospitals at which you serve.
• Attend and contribute to Camp Korey HOP trainings & read staff/volunteer manual
• Attend regular meetings with HOP Manager and Camp Director.
• Responsible for knowing and adhering to the policies and procedures of Camp Korey
• Responsible for knowing and adhering to the policies and procedures of each partner hospital.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with staff members and hospital partners
• Report any acts of maltreatment, neglect, and/or any other violation of camp policies immediately to your HOP Manager or the Camp Director.

Dates To Note:

Hospital Trainings: Tues April 24^th, 5:30-8:30pm, Wed May 2^nd, 3:30-6:30pm , Wed May 9^th, 3:30-6:30pm, Tues May 24^th, 5:30-8:30pm,  & available for ½ hour to get immunizations May 4 or 5 and May 11 or 12.

Overnight Program: As part of your training or as a refresher, we ask that you to attend our Sickle Cell Family Weekend May 18^th-20^th. There may be an alternative date, but this is our preference.

Pre-Set Hospital Programs: Every Thursday (for other programs, you will have a chance to schedule with hospital)

If you are unavailable for a hospital training or the overnight program, we would still encourage you to apply.

Please note: Most hospitals request a signed intention to serve for one year.

Qualifications:

·   The desire to be a positive and empowering ally for children, teens and young adults

·   2+ years working with children or young people

·   1+ years designing and facilitating creative and connective activities, such as arts-&-crafts projects & expressive group games

·   1+ years of project administration or program coordination

·   Enjoys building relationships one-on-one with youth and/or parents

·   Experience delivering services with a child-centered approach (i.e. approach that offers children and teens choice and input)

·   Professional practice in being silly!, taking creative risks, & giving encouragement so others can do the same

·   Collaborative and self-motivated.

·   Honest and compassionate communication

·   Flexibility with changing conditions or partnerships, and ability to learn and adapt on-site

·   Fluent computer skills including word-processing, email, and data management

·   Strong verbal and organizational skills

·   Competency and experience supporting participants from diverse backgrounds

·   Conversational Spanish preferred

·   Prior experience working with youth with medical or other special needs a plus

·   Arts or recreation expertise a plus

·   Can commit to one year

·   Valid driver’s license

·   Subject to background check

·   Must receive any necessary tests and immunizations in accordance with hospital requirements (covered)

·   Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 lbs.

·   Time standing and sitting based on preference.

Supervisor: Hospital Outreach Manager

Interested applicants should email a cover letter & resume to dlittle@campkorey.org or mail to Devon Little,

Camp Korey, 28901 NE Carnation Farm Rd, Carnation, WA 98014, or fax: 425-844-3105, Attn: Devon Little. Applications must arrive by 5pm, Friday, April 6^th or as soon as possible.

Cover Letters should address:

1. Why do you want to work with children with life-threatening and serious illnesses with Camp Korey?

2. What experience do you have that would prepare you to be a creative, supportive ally for any young people from a variety of backgrounds, ages 3-20, in the hospital?

 

3. What experiences and skills do you bring to program coordination?

4. Are there particular activities or art forms (including performing arts) you would enjoy sharing with a young person in their hospital room?

 

5. How does this position fit with your existing pursuits and schedule?

 

Hospital applications and reference forms will be required later in the hiring process.

We look forward to hearing from you!