Health Assistant II Early Learning Service

Health Assistant II Early Learning Service (776)

Job Summary: Provides support in addressing the health needs of children, and networks with community providers to ensure the completion of medical and dental screenings. Participates in team meetings for children with health issues, refers families to providers for treatment, offers technical assistance to center staff, and assists in health and safety education for staff and parents.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, or an associate degree and/or certificate in Community Health, Health Education Specialist, or related health field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of health‑related experience preferred.
• Operating standard office equipment and adhering to safety practices.
• Good attendance record and reliability.
• Current driver’s license and an insured vehicle.
• No record of child abuse or moral turpitude as determined by a background checkگز based on fingerprints.

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate medical and dental screening systems including scheduling dates with providers, compiling screening lists with agency staff, collecting results, and forwarding data to parents’ or service area staff for tracking.
• Assist and participate in the implementation of mandated screenings (e.g., hearing, vision, etc.).
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the Health Manager, staff, and parents regarding health care needs and concerns for the purpose of referring children in need of further medical/dental treatment.
• Perform record‑keeping and work duties under strict confidentiality (e.g., scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.).
• Provide technical assistance desean parents/staff during team meetings for children with special needs that are health or nutrition related.
• Be available to agency staff regarding health, dental, and immunization issues.
• Assist the Health Manager in assessing and arranging training in areas of concern as well as Analysis local training required by agency and licensing.
• Monitor children from identification of need and help their family develop strategies to improve their health and wellbeing through the conclusion of treatment and transition from program.
• Network with area providers to facilitate exchange görü information on screening procedures, referrals for service, and availability for training/technical assistance.
• Assist the Health Manager with the development and execution of public health initiatives and special projects.
• Schedule and attend home visits with families as needed.
• Assist the Health Manager with the development and execution of parent and staff trainings.
• Attend training, workshops, and meetings related to program performance.
• Establish and maintain a system of collection and distribution of screening information with Family Service Workers, Managers, component staff, and when needed, contracted providers.
• Ensure completion of children’s medical and dental screenings, including vision and hearing screenings, within 45 days of enrollment and ongoing as needed to maintain compliance with Program Performanceildir standards.
• Attend and participate in team meetings, staff meetings, and/or workshops deemed necessary by job requirements and/or component coordinators.
• Work with the Health Manager to prepare and plan health education strategies, interventions, programs, and provide trainings to agency staff and parents on health‑related issues.
• Meet with Family Advocates to identify and plan for parents with children with current health issues.
• Respond to requests from expectant mothers and coordinate delivery of cribs in partnership with Cribs for Kids program.

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory:

• This position does not supervise any position.

The Centers provide health, family, and workforce services at 11 locations throughout Greaterಾರೆ Cleveland, creating life‑changing solutions for people to lead healthier and more successful lives. We strive to be a service‑oriented workplace that pioneers and co‑creates solutions while fostering belonging in a community where our team members thrive.

• Choice of medical and dental plans
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care
• Vision coverage
• Support for continuing education entities labeling credentials renewal*
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution
• Mental Health Support
• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Subscription
• Short and Long‑term Disability

Equal}{ Opportunity Employer

The Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.