4-H Camp Health Care Provider 2026

4-H Camp Health Care Provider 2026

New applicants must furnish three (3) letters of reference. This is not required for staff from the previous summer.

Job Title - 4-H Camp Health Care Provider 2026

Requisition Number - DU14004

Department Name - 4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Salary Range - $2,200- $3,500 per month, meals and housing. Visit to see a more precise salary based on job duties.

Type of Position - Temporary

Position Time Status - Full-Time

Required Education - High School Diploma or GED required. College course work preferred.

Required Related Experience - Applicants preferred to be 19 years of age or older by August 1, 2025 for employment. Experience in the position for which the applicant is applying for is preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certification - Applicants must possess an EMT certification (or higher) from a nationally recognized organization valid through the entirety of summer.

Physical Requirements - Applicant must be available to work long hours in a noisy environment, work in outside/hot conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time.

Shift - Days, nights, and some weekends. Staff are expected to live on the camp property and follow safety recommendations while on and off duty. Internship positions are mid-May 2026 through early August 2026.

Job Summary - Kentucky 4-H Camping is seeking camp healthcare providers who can provide exceptional customer service, high-quality interactions when performing first aid, react to emergency situations, and dispense prescribed and OTC medication for the 14,000+ campers and volunteers attending four residential 4-H camp facilities for summer 2026: (Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp [Nancy, KY]; Feltner 4-H Camp [London, KY]; North Central 4-H Camp [Carlisle, KY]; West Kentucky 4-H Camp [Dawson Springs, KY]).

Preferred Education/Experience - Prefer 21 years of age or older. Prefer 1 to 2 years of experience in patient care.

Deadline to Apply - 08/02/2026

Our University Community - We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

1. At which camp location do you wish to work?
   • J.M Feltner 4-H Camp, London, KY
   • Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp, Nancy, KY
   • North Central 4-H Camp, Carlisle, KY
   • West Kentucky 4-H Camp, Dawson Springs, KY
   • Any of the locations above

Applicant Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter