Health And Inclusion Specialist

Make an Impact as a Health and Inclusion Specialist

You will ensure the provision of Health and Inclusion Services to all assigned children enrolled in ChildCareGroup Early Head Start Home-Based and Family Child Care Programs. You will be accountable for ensuring that all local, state, and federal mandates for Health Services are met. You will monitor all health services and coordinate the medical and dental service documentation for children enrolled in the program.

Why work for ChildCareGroup?

Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup's (CCG) mission is to champion a strong early childhood system that teaches children and parents, trains early childhood professionals, and assists families. ChildCareGroup believes that children do better as their parents do better. When families thrive, communities succeed.

ChildCareGroup offers a generous benefits package including Paid Parental Leave, (12) Company Holidays, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision and more!

You are a great fit for the role because you identify with the CCG SPIRIT, our core values:

SERVICE - Lead with a servant's heart

PROFESSIONALISM - Perform our best every day

INTEGRITY - Do what is right

RESPECT - Treat each other the way we wish to be treated

INCLUSION - Value individual differences

TEAMWORK - Communicate and collaborate to achieve our goals

Position Details

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and implementing the day-to-day operations of required Head Start Performance Standards and Service Delivery Plans addressing Health Services

• Serves as resource person for parents needing referrals for medical/dental services, including health insurance

• Assists in planning and implementing the day-to-day operations of required Head Start Performance Standards and Service Delivery Plans addressing Inclusion Services

• Serves as resource person for parents needing referrals for inclusion and mental health services, including health insurance

• Obtains health histories of children during intake process and monitors health histories on an ongoing basis as needed

• Conducts medical screenings of children as needed including hemoglobin, blood pressure, hearing, vision, strabismus, height, weight, and head circumference.

• Maintains accurate child health records using the ChildPlus database, conducts folder reviews of children record for health histories, parental concerns, and complete proper documentation within 45 calendar days of child's entry

• Coordinates medical assessments, dental examinations, developmental screenings & follow-up treatment of children in the program

• Coordinates and conducts health education and trainings for parents, children and staff and participates in an active role with the Health Services Advisory Committee, annual Parent Fair, and Delegate meetings

• Prepares Health/Inclusion Services Content Area monthly reports, center reports, tracking sheets, treatment timelines, quarterly United Way statistics, yearly hearing & vision reports, bi-monthly Health & Safety Checklist, and Head Start Program Information Report (PIR)

• Documents services for children and communication with families in a timely and accurate manner using ChildPlus database

• Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the ChildPlus database within the introductory period of employment. ChildCareGroup will train the employee directly.

• Attends staff meetings, seminars, conferences, staff development training and professional trainings when scheduled or assigned (i.e. case management, center & team meetings, local coalition meetings)

• Coordinates transportation for medical/dental services for children, as needed

• Maintains positive rapport with staff, parents, children, and community partners

• Works under the collaborative direction of the Home-Based Program Manager and the Family Child Care Program Manager and under supported guidance of the Health and Inclusion Manager with some demand for independent judgment.

• Assists with special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• State certified/registered Medical, Nurse, or Dental Assistant preferred; Associate degree in Health Services, Licensed Vocational Nurse, or related field preferred

• One-year experience required

• CPR and First Aid Certification required

• Some experience with providing training to parents and staff preferred

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and the internet required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required

• Ability to work effectively with young children and their parents

• Ability to deal with difficult situations in an effective manner and meet deadlines

• Experience working with infant, toddler, and preschool children in a group setting preferred

• Ability to carry out Head Start policies and procedures in an effective and positive manner

• Must demonstrate ability to work as a team member

• Regular and prompt attendance required.

Travel and Compliance Requirements

• Must have a valid Texas driver's license

• Driving record must comply with CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements

• Must have liability insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation

• Ability to travel locally or out of town as required

• Mileage reimbursement is offered when applicable

• Must successfully meet all compliance background check requirements for federal funding throughout employment

ChildCareGroup's Generous Health and Wellness Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short Term, Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance at no cost

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Telemedicine at no cost

• 401(k) with a company match

• Paid Time Off

• (12) Paid Company Holidays

• And more!

Become a part of the team that supports the education and assistance of over 50,000 lives per year in Texas!

ChildCareGroup is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.