Description

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Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Institute (Winter and Spring)

• Establish and document Institute-wide health care procedures, including medication administration, injury/illness response, and emergency protocols
• Work with GIV HQ to develop policies for communicable disease prevention, hydration, sun safety, and mental health support
• Ensure that all health procedures comply with local regulations and best practices
  After Enrollment/Before Institutes
• Review student health information and relevant health history, make notations, and  
  follow up with internal parties (such as Institute Directors, Nurses, and Mental Health Counselors)
• Review all student and staff health forms for completeness and necessary authorizations prior to Institute
• Identify potential medical concerns, allergies, or special health needs in advance.
• Flag missing or unclear medical information and follow up with families or physicians
• Communicate proactively with parents/guardians about complex health needs, medications, or care plans
• Organize and maintain secure, confidential health records according to Institute policies and HIPAA standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for families with medical-related questions or concerns before the Institute
• Make recommendations for supply needs or improvements to the health care setup
• Support health staff at each Institute in preparing for their in-person session
  
  During Institutes
• Through phone, video, and as needed visits:
• Support staff in understanding student-specific health needs (e.g., allergies, asthma, diabetes)
• Advise the team to ensure appropriate health forms for GIV’s enrollment process  
• Advise the team regarding illness policies and procedures
• Be available on an ad-hoc basis for health advice during Institutes
• Speak with Institute staff and parents as needed during the Institute
• Assist with wrap-up of summer Institutes, including lessons learned and best practices for forms, procedures, and planning