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Position Purpose
Position is responsible for providing general training for all applicable laws and regulations and best practices for Health, Dental and Safe Environments for families and children (6 weeks to 5 years) through mentoring, one-on-one training, and classroom training. Position is responsible for providing technical assistance to assist in specific matters or to correct compliance deficiencies.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Washington State Migrant Council (WSMC) provides Early Childhood Education (ECE) and social services to more than 4000 children, in center based and home based setting, at more than 25 Child Development Centers (CDC) throughout the State of Washington. WSMC provides services under various federal and state funded programs with differing regulations and stipulations, which must be coordinated and adhered to, including, but not limited to: Regional Head Start (RHS), Migrant Seasonal Head Start (MSHS), Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) and Early Head Start (EHS). The agency is required to meet an annual quota of non-federal share (in-kind) funds. A large majority of children’s first language is Spanish.
Supervisory and Other Relationships
Health Specialist reports to the Lead Health Specialist. Although supervision is not a regular part of the job, incumbent will serve a training role and work closely with Child Development Centers Supervisors and employees.
Examples of Essential Duties and Accountabilities
The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.
- Needs Assessment: Tasks include reviewing and analyzing results of Site Audits, annual Self Assessments, feedback from supervisors, employees, and families and classroom observations to assess local center training needs.
- Training: Tasks include developing and implementing training programs, including training materials in various mediums, related to the component area. Training may include mentoring, one-on-one and large group trainings. Training must include evaluation for skills assessment and overall quality.
- Technical Assistance: Provide online and in-person technical assistance upon request following a priority based on the necessity, urgency and written supporting documentation. Technical assistance will be reported and documented in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Systems, Policies, Procedures & Service Plans; Assist in development and implementation of component area systems, policies and procedures. Participate in the review and edit of the annual service plans and health manuals for the agency.
- Site Visits: Conducts health screenings (hearing, vision, hematocrit, PPD, height, weight, blood pressure, and head circumference) on children as need to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. Schedule visits to each center to review, evaluate, and interpret health records, vital statistics, and other data affecting health services.
- Confidential Information: Maintain confidential information, which includes, but is not limited to: health records, and participant personal and income information.
- In-Kind Contributions: Responsible for contributing in any procedure or activity that fosters the contribution of in-kind funds, through the request of goods, services, cash donations, and/or through encouraging professional, community members and parents to volunteer time to the program.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Registered Nurse
- BA degree in nursing;
- Three (3) years experience in medical or dental environments.
Incumbents are required to have demonstrated knowledge and abilities in these areas:
- Knowledge of Health plans for children with disabilities;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills;
- Knowledgeable in various training techniques and ability to conduct training for various learning/communication styles;
- Understanding of the interrelationships between services and systems;
- Ability to learn new tasks quickly and efficiently;
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines;
- Ability to gather and analyze data for reports via multiple modes;
- Ability to read, write and interpret documentation;
- Strong customer service focus;
- Ability to work with culturally diverse employee population;
- Proficiency with personal computer, including Microsoft Office; and
- Accurate data management, documentation and recordkeeping skills.
These skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of experience and training, which would include at least a bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Registered Nurse;with three (3) years experience in medical or dental environments or a combination of education, training and experience which will provide the competence and skills to perform the work of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous Head Start experience;
- Knowledge on immunization requirements for Centers for Disease Control;
- Knowledge of WAC’s;
- English/Spanish bi-lingual fluency; and
- Master’s degree in nursing;
- Position Requirements.
Incumbents are required to have the following:
- Valid Washington State driver’s license;
- Proof of automobile insurance;
- Must maintain acceptable driving history;
- Must pass initial and periodic criminal and background check;
- Must pass initial and periodic health exam;
- Subject to initial and periodic TB screen;
- Subject to random drug screen;
- Must sign a Confidentiality Agreement; and
- Must complete and sign a Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement on an annual basis.
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