Health Coordinator

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation

Commerce (CA)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Professional development

Employee Assistance (EAP)

Job summary

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation seeks a Health Coordinator for the Early Head Start-CCP program in Los Angeles County. You will plan, coordinate and oversee health services, nutrition and oral health, and develop MOUs with community partners.

Requires a BS in public health or related field (LVN acceptable) and at least 3 years of health field experience; Spanish speaking preferred. This exempt, full-time role offers comprehensive MAOF benefits and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in public health, child health, maternal health, Health Science, Social Work, or related field. A licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in Head Start is acceptable.
Three years of experience in the Health Field or Coordinator in Head Start.
Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinates and oversee health services of the MAOF Early Head Start Program.
Develop memoranda of understanding with community organizations providing health, nutrition, and oral health services.
Produce reports and conduct data analysis to improve health and nutrition services.

Skills

Spanish speaking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in public health or related field

Licensed Vocational Nurse considered

Job description

About the Organization MAOF uses a multi-generational approach to uplift the whole family. We provide social services for infants through seniors across four pillars: early child education services, senior services, community development services, and community partnership services.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

MEXICAN AMERICAN OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Health Coordinator

Program: Early Head Start-CCP (Los Angeles County)

Annual Salary: $69,000.00 - $70,304.00

Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Reports To: EHS-CCP Manager and Program Director

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates and oversees the implementation of the health services of the MAOF Early Head Start Program. The Health Coordinator is responsible for developing memoranda of understanding with community organization that provide health, nutrition, oral health services to families and children participating in the Early Head Start Program.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND SPECIFIC DUTIES

Responsible for updating and/or developing service area plans, policies procedures, forms, monitoring tools and reports, in collaboration with the Early Head Start Management team, parent, health services advisory committee for the health, nutrition, and oral health using program data and the results from the community needs assessment.
Ensures services are delivered with strict adherence to the organization's health, nutrition, and program policies, and procedures.
Works as part of the integrated management team. Responsible for ensuring coordination and delivery of quality, comprehensive services in accordance with the agency's established timelines and in compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards
Implements Level 2 and 3 of the ongoing monitoring policies and procedures for nutrition, oral health, and health. This includes and is not limited to oversight and monitoring to ensure child's health screening, follow up on any child needs identified, including health needs are met in a timely manner.
Ensures the prompt identification, assessment and development of individual health plans that respond to the children's diagnosed or suspected health and nutritional needs.
Produces reports regarding health services, oral health and nutrition services. Conducts data analysis and submits recommendations to improve the quality and consistency of innovative practices to the EHS CCP Program Manager.
As assigned, will participate in the development and negotiation of interagency agreements and contracts with local providers
Plans pre-service, in-service trainings, workshops, and education sessions for staff, family child care providers and parents on health and nutrition. Coordinates participation in community outreach and community events related to health and nutrition.
Attends the child study teams and multi-disciplinary teams. Works with the program coordinators, teachers and Family Child Care Providers to develop effective, individualized child care plans, interventions and follow-up where/as needed.
Responsible for identifying and recruiting community professionals that will form the Head Services Advisory Committee (HSAC). Plans effective agendas and sharing of knowledge and resources for the HSAC meetings in coordination with the Education/Mental Health/Disabilities Coordinator, the ERSEA/PFCE Coordinator and the EHS CCP Program Manager.
Monitors the work and provides guidance to the Licensed Vocational Nurse to ensure all children have access to medical and dental homes, are on the schedule of well-child care as outlined on the State's EPSDT guidelines and are up to date on all required immunizations.
Trains to, and monitors for implementation of the agency's selected parenting curriculum.
Plans and coordinate Health and safety inspections to ensure adherence to the agency's policies and procedures related to health services such as medication, first aid, child accidents, toileting, tooth brushing and universal precautions.
Ensures staff and family child care providers adhere to the agency's confidentiality policies and procedures

SUPERVISION

Establishes formal and effective lines of communication between all Family Services, Home Visitors and Health staff with Family Child Care Providers and other program staff in order to facilitate coordination and efficient flow of communication and the effective delivery of high-quality services to children and families.
Interviews and recommends hiring of licensed vocational nurse in accordance with MAOF's hiring policies and procedures.
Oversees compliance with the contract deliverables for the contracted Registered Nurse and Registered Dietician, who provide and/or support Health and nutrition services.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Bachelor of Science degree in public health, child health, maternal health, Health Science, Social Work, or related field. A licensed Vocational Nurse with experience in Head Start is acceptable.
Three years of experience in the Health Field or Coordinator in Head Start.
Spanish speaking preferred.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:

Must meet State health requirements including obtaining a physical examination at the time of employment; and give proof of T.B. clearance prior to employment (dated within six months before employment) and renew this every 4 year.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to complete background checks including a criminal, FBI, DOJ, National Sex Offender Registry and CACI checks
Must have the use of an automobile and must possess a valid California driver's license and adequate automobile insurance coverage or have available private transportation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

Personal Time Off (PTO) - Vacation/personal days or sick time).
Paid Sick Time - 48 hours.
Paid Holidays per Calendar Year - 12 paid holidays.
Bereavement Leave - 5 paid days.Jury Duty - 5 paid days.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid 100% by MAOF.
403(b) Retirement Plan - 5% employer match - 100% vested.
Basic Life and Accidental Insurance.
Pet Insurance.
Supplemental life insurance.
Professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance (EAP) - For team members and dependents; counseling, legal assistance, financial planning, identity theft, etc.
Supplemental Cancer, Disability, and Accident plans.Employee referral bonus (referring employee earns $500 for each new hire who completes 90 days.
Discounts for AT&T wireless, movie tickets, amusement parks, and much more.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Credit Union Membership