Share Email Opening Title Health Coordinator   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Description Job Title: Health Coordinator  Program: Early Head Start Classification: Full Time- Exempt Wage: $55K-60K Location:  Washington, DC / Takoma Park, MD Reports to: EHS Director and MD/DC Site Directors   Job Summary: The EHS Health Coordinator will work directly with teachers/Home Visitors, children, and families to support the healthy personal care routines that support each child’s development and learning in Center and Home Based. The EHS Health Coordinator is responsible for caring for students and ensuring their good health at CentroNia. The EHS Health Coordinator is responsible for documenting health data and reports, monitoring, and maintaining an inventory of supplies (first aid kits, etc.). Assist with the recording and administration of medication to students when needed. The Health Coordinator must ensure that information (Emergency Contact, Medical Treatment, Family History, Assessment, and Health Forms, etc.) is gathered, reviewed for compliance, and transferred to the appropriate departments and platforms accurately and on time. Other duties may include notifying appropriate staff and parents when health-related incidents and accidents occur and working with parents, teachers, and students to promote the prevention and control of illness and disease. Essential responsibilities: Collaborate with ECE and EHS Leadership Team to plan, implement, and monitor health services programs. Provide guidance on children's health issues and ensure compliance with DC/MD-DOH requirements. Maintain and update student health records, including immunizations and health assessments. Follow up with families on pending documents and expired medications. Coordinate staff trainings on CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, and more. Conduct home visits to assess health and provide support. Identify and promote best practices in infant and toddler health. Support CentroNía Food and Wellness in developing health and nutrition policies. Provide training for parents on preventive health services and early intervention. Input data and maintain system updates in COPA information system. Make referrals to local health providers for children and families. Verify classroom health checks and follow up on incident reports. Required Core Competencies: Commitment to professional development. Flexibility, dependability, patience, and honesty. Ethical and professional conduct. Respect for diversity and ability to work cooperatively. Strong oral and written communication skills, bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Knowledgeable in child development.     Position Requirements Key Qualifications – Required experience and education Accredited health/nurse aide certificate or education in Nursing. Two or more years of experience working with young children and families. Knowledge of DC and MD Department of Health license requirements for Child Care providers. Certified to administer medication to children. Effective communication and record-keeping skills. Ability to work with a diverse population. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Location Maryland site   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CENTRONIA.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Lead Teacher - Infants, Mobiles, Toddlers (0-3) in Silver Spring, MD Posted on: 3/27/2024 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Lead Teacher - Infants, Mobiles, Toddlers (0-3) in Silver Spring, MD Posted on: 3/27/2024 [Apply Now] Lead Cook in Silver Spring, MD Posted on: 3/28/2024 [Apply Now] Bilingual Home Visitor in Takoma Park, Maryland Posted on: 2/15/2024 [Apply Now]

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