Health Services Assistant

Job Application - Cortland County Community Action Program Job Posting OPEN Health Services Assistant

Position: Health Services Assistant
Program: Early Childhood Development
Reports to: Health Services Coordinator
Status: Part Time, 20 hours per week, 52 weeks

Schedule: Monday through Friday
Hourly Wage: $16.50-$16.76/hour

Job Function: Facilitate the implementation of the Health Services

Functional Area

in regard to medical, dental, related services and health requirements of the Performance Standards and related mandates.

• Helpmaintain, continuously track and update the health records of all children asstated in the Head Start Performance Standards.
• Complete required reports and questionnaires which include Health Assessments (i.e. Vision Screenings, Hearing Screenings, Height/Weight Screenings, etcetera) and maintain any other necessary data as needed for reportable information.
• Submit health related news articles to coordinator which are of interest to children and families for monthly Head Start and staff newsletters, as required.
• Help compile all necessary health information of each enrolled child into charts(Child Plus, center and office) to ensure an efficient and orderly tracking system.
• Conduct yearly dental in-service for staff, children and families (i.e. demonstrating proper tooth brushing, Family Engagement Activities, Parent Committee Meetings).
• Make follow-up phone calls to families of enrolled children, when necessary.
• Monitor and complete Health and Safety checklists for each EHS/HS classroom monthly.
• Keep all centers stocked with necessary medical and dental supplies as needed (i.e.: toothbrushes, first aid supplies, etcetera) keeping Health Services Coordinator informed.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and assist in ordering as needed.
• Keep updated career development profile yearly.
• Facilitates services for children with any identified or suspected health conditions.
• Must work collaboratively with staff and community providers.
• Attend required trainings and all requested staff or community meetings, (i.e.:
  First Aid/CPR, Health and Mental Health Services Advisory Committee Meetings, Policy Council Meetings, Health/Nutrition
  
  Functional Area
  
  Meetings, Staff Orientation and Staff Development Meetings).
• Must follow agency procedures for reporting suspected child abuse and neglect.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one year working with children in the health field with an emphasis on birth-5 years; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have the ability to interpret and record data, including but not limited to health-related data.

Clearance through the NYS Maltreatment Registry, Annual Physical Examination, TB Test and Fingerprinting for criminal background. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to best meet the needs of the program. NYS Nursing License (LPN) preferred, NYS Driver's License.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Maintains confidentiality and follows Head Start Confidentiality Policy. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
Demonstrates group presentation skills;
Participates in meetings. Writes clearly and informatively;
Able to read and interpret written information. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Works with integrity and ethically. Follows policies and procedures;
Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Exhibits sound and accurate judgement. Approaches others in a tactful manner;
Observes safety and security procedures;
Uses equipment and materials properly.

CAPCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not…