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UMATILLA-MORROW COUNTY HEAD START INC; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. is seeking a Health Services Assistant to support the Health & Mental Health Manager in planning, coordinating, and implementing the health services program across centers.

You will conduct vision and hearing screens for children, monitor immunization status, assist with health education, and help connect families with medical and dental homes. This role requires interaction with staff, families, and community providers.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year experience in a Social Service Agency.
• Current First Aid and CPR cards.
• Desire to work with low-income children and their families.
• Ability to establish trust and respect with staff, families, and children.
• Knowledgeable about eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordination and implementation of health services in Head Start.
• Conduct vision and hearing screens and re-screenings for children.
• Review immunization status and coordinate referrals as needed.
• Maintain health-related records and report to Health & Mental Health Manager.
• Assist with health education needs and materials distribution to staff, children and families.
• Provide translation/interpretation for meetings when required.
• Support recruitment and enrollment with health-related information.

Skills

First Aid

CPR

Relationship Building

Client Eligibility Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Umatilla-Morrow Head Start, Inc. is seeking a Health Services Assistant to support the Health & Mental Health Manager in planning, coordinating, and implementing the health services program across centers.

You will conduct vision and hearing screens for children, monitor immunization status, assist with health education, and help connect families with medical and dental homes. This role requires interaction with staff, families, and community providers.