Health Specialist at East Coast Migrant Head Start Project

Stuart, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Training, Technical Assistance, Health Records Monitoring, Data Entry, Collaboration, Health Issues, Operational Checks, Strategic Goals, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Bilingual, Child Health, Family Health

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

We are currently seeking a Health Specialist to join our Regional Team in Stuart, Florida. Essential Functions: Coordinate and provide training, and technical assistance for child and family health, safety services at Head Start Centers. Review, and monitor health records and data entry for accuracy. Collaborate with Head Start partners in the state on health issues (including children exams, immunizations, dental, mental, and nutrition). Work with staff to ensure pre and post operational health and safety checks/procedures are completed as required. Work with all departments to create and achieve strategic goals. Proficient computer skills using Microsoft applications: Word, Excel and Outlook. Must acquire and maintain CPR/First Aid Instructors Certification (Adult/Infant/Toddler) by an accredited organization. Frequent travel in rural areas in/out of the state. Qualifications: Preferred: Master in Public Health - Public Health, Maternal and Child Health, Nursing, or other health-related field. Three years working with children and families in field related to degree. Head Start experience preferred. Accepted: Bachelor in Public Health - Public Health, Maternal and Child Health, Nursing, or other health-related field. Five years working with children and families in field related to degree. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. We offer: Individualized professional development plans and opportunities for growth Medical, Dental & Vision   Life and Disability insurance  403(b)-retirement savings account  Flexible Spending Plans  15 Paid Holidays Sick & Leave Time  Consideration for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs   Employee Assistant Program (EAP)  If this opportunity sounds like a good fit for you, click on the button below: ECMHSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities

The Health Specialist will coordinate and provide training and technical assistance for child and family health services at Head Start Centers. They will also review health records and collaborate with partners on health issues related to children.