Located on 133 acres along the picturesque shores of Howe Sound, Camp Potlatch is a rustic wilderness site that provides a natural gateway into the rugged landscape of British Columbia’s South Coast. Sandy beaches and unspoiled hiking territory create an idyllic environment to work, explore and play! Adventure starts here!

Camp Potlatch staff work to provide campers (children and youth ages 7-16) a fun, safe camping experience with a variety of programs including canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, archery, etc., as well as a 24-hour out-trip, either by land or by sea, where campers can sleep under the stars and help prepare their own meals. 

Summary of Responsibilities

The Camp Nurse is responsible for meeting the overall health needs of campers and staff during the summer season at Camp Potlatch.

JOB DUTIES

• Promote a healthy and safe environment.
• Dispense medications.
• Tend to ill or injured campers or staff.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation.
• Communicate with parents of campers.
• Provide direction and support to first aid attendants.
• Create a positive and supportive environment in the Camp's health Centre.

REQUIREMENTS

• Clear criminal record check (vulnerable sector).
• Registered or practical nurse.
• Previous experience working with children and young people.
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• Ability to work both independently and with a team.

The Camp Nurse position is full time temporary/seasonal from June 22^nd to end of August.

• Pay from $208 to $240 per day ($26 to $30 an hour)
• Meals and accommodation provided
• Transportation (pick up and drop off from downtown Vancouver)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Every other weekend off (flexibility with schedule required)
• A summer living and working on the ocean! 

CLOSING DATE

Position will remain open until filled.

Thank you in advance to all persons who apply for this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As it connects to our organizational core values, BGC encourages staff to show up as their best selves, including mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.

BGC’s CORE VALUES:

• BELONGING – We welcome everyone in a safe, accepting environment based on belonging and positive relationships.
• RESPECT – We ensure that everyone – children, youth, families, volunteers, staff – is heard, valued, and treated fairly.
• ENCOURAGEMENT & SUPPORT – We encourage and support every child and youth to play, learn, and grow to achieve their dreams.
• WORKING TOGETHER – We work together with young people, families, volunteers, our communities, and government.
• SPEAKING OUT – We speak out for children, youth, and families so that we can make our world better. 

BGC Equitable Employer Statement

BGC values building and sustaining a culturally diverse environment and commits to intentional efforts to reflect that (along with our other values) in all that we do. BGC is committed to provide employees with an equitable opportunity hiring process and work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to hire, train, and engage people from diverse backgrounds, particularly those who experience systemic barriers. Employment decisions are based on the individual’s qualifications, merit, lived experience, and knowledge. 

Equity means treating folks based on their needs. It differs from equality, where everyone is treated the same, regardless of need. Equal circumstances do not yet exist in our society, so BGC practices ethics of equity in all aspects of our organization. Systemic oppression in society has marginalized folks based on identity and culture, and we commit to countering these dynamics.