Head of District Health & Wellness Services (K-12)

Greenfield-Public-Schools; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenfield Public Schools in Greenfield, MA, seeks a Director of Health and Wellness Services to design, direct, and evaluate a district-wide health and wellness program. This role provides administrative and clinical leadership to school nursing and mental health staff to support students’ overall well-being and academic success.

The director will supervise nurses, oversee medical and behavioral health protocols, and ensure compliance with MA health laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Counseling, Social Work, or Educational Leadership.
• MA licensure as RN in Massachusetts & DESE School Nurse/School Nurse Director license.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience (pediatric nursing, school health, or behavioral health) and 3 years of supervisory/administrative experience in K-12 settings.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, supervise and evaluate school nurses.
• Cover building needs when nursing staff shortages occur.
• Oversee Medication Administration Program and MA Controlled Substances registration.
• Ensure compliance with M.G.L. c.71, 57 for mandatory screenings (vision, hearing, postural, immunizations).
• Collaborate with District Physician to develop clinical guidelines and emergency protocols.
• Oversee IHPs, 504 plans, and health components of IEPs.
• Coordinate cross-functional nursing and mental health teams for high-acuity students.
• Lead professional development on DESE/DPH nursing orientations and mental health practices.

Education

BSN + Master’s degree in Nursing/Public Health/Healthcare Administration/Counseling/Social Work/Educational Leadership

Job description

Greenfield Public Schools in Greenfield, MA, seeks a Director of Health and Wellness Services to design, direct, and evaluate a district-wide health and wellness program. This role provides administrative and clinical leadership to school nursing and mental health staff to support students’ overall well-being and academic success.

The director will supervise nurses, oversee medical and behavioral health protocols, and ensure compliance with MA health laws and regulations.