Camp Medical Advisor

Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA Camp Medical AdvisorSummer 2026 | Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA | Berkshires, MADo you love working with children, value community, and want to spend your summer in a beautiful, purpose-driven setting? Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA, a premier overnight camp in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, is seeking Camp Medical Advisors (MA) to join our healthcare leadership team for Summer 2026.This is a unique opportunity to practice medicine in a collaborative, well-supported camp setting while becoming an integral part of a vibrant camp community.Position OverviewThe Camp Medical Advisor provides onsite medical leadership and oversight for all Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA programs in consultation with the Healthcare Consultant (offsite Pediatrician) and is supervised by the Chief Program Officer. The Medical Advisor will work closely with the Camp Nurses (Licensed Medical Professionals) assigned to each camp health center and serve as a key point of consultation and escalation for medical concerns requiring advanced clinical support.You will be part of a collaborative healthcare team that includes Camp Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and a Medical Office Manager. This role combines clinical leadership with hands-on engagement in a dynamic camp environment.Priority will be given to candidates who can live on site and commit to the full summer season (June 20August 21, 2026).Schedule & CommitmentSummer season: June 20August 21, 2026 On-site presence required; daily schedule coordinated with camp leadership and healthcare team. Will consider off-site and partial summer schedules if necessary.This is a rare opportunity to live and work at camp, build meaningful relationships with campers and staff, and enjoy the best of summer camp lifewhile practicing within a thoughtful, structured, and supportive medical system.ResponsibilitiesProvide medical oversight to ensure healthcare services align with camp policies, healthcare protocols, and state regulations.Serve as a point of escalation and clinical resource for Camp Nurses and healthcare staff at each health center.Visit each camp health center as scheduled and hold clinic hours at both sites with approximately 1-2 hours of clinic hours at each camp daily for 2-6 hours of coverage each day. Serve in an on-call capacity as scheduled.Provide consultation, prescribe medications, and offer additional clinical care as needed by the healthcare staff.Collaborate with the Healthcare Consultant as needed on complex or higher-level medical concerns.Support a calm, professional, and team-oriented healthcare environment for campers and staff.QualificationsCurrent licensure as one of the following: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Medical Doctor (MD)Licensed in Massachusetts or able to obtain MA licensure (camp can assist with associated fees if needed)Authorized to prescribe medications in the State of MassachusettsExperience working with children (camp, pediatric, school, or similar settings preferred)Pediatric experience strongly preferredProof of physical exam within the last 18 months and up-to-date immunizations requiredPositive attitude, flexibility, and interest in working in a camp settingCamp Culture & ExpectationsBecket-Chimney Corners YMCA is a values-based organization committed to kindness, respect, professionalism, and teamwork. Our medical staff are integral members of the camp community and are expected to model calm leadership, compassion, and collaboration.A willingness to participate in camp life, adapt to a dynamic environment, and maintain a positive, cooperative outlook is essential to success in this role.Please note: Under Massachusetts law, our campus is a drug-, alcohol-, nicotine-, and tobacco-free environment for all staff, regardless of age.BenefitsFree on-site housing and meals Family housing available if neededCamp tuition benefits for staff children Benefit dependent on length of summer commitment Children may attend Day Camp, Resident Camp, or a combination of bothLive and work in the heart of the Berkshireshome to world-class arts, culture, hiking, and outdoor recreationPlanned staff outings and transportation to nearby towns and cultural eventsJoin a diverse, welcoming staff community from across the U.S. and around the worldGain valuable leadership and healthcare experience within a well-organized camp medical systemAccess to a broad YMCA and camp alumni networkPosted Salary RangeUSD $40.00 - USD $40.00 /Hr.