Head Start Health and Wellness Coordinator

USE OF INFORMATION OBTAINED IN A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Information obtained from a background investigation will be considered for employment purposes as permitted by federal and state law and in accordance with Chugachmiut’s policy. Information will be reviewed to determine:

• Whether an individual made false statements or material omissions on an application for employment or during an interview;
• Whether an applicant or employee, based on the job duties of the position in question, poses a threat to security and/or employee safety in the workplace; and
• The likelihood of an applicant or employee being successful and productive on the job.

• Oversees systemic approaches to health, mental health, and wellness across the program
• Ensures the program integrates health and mental health services and wellness with education, disability, and parent engagement/family support services.
• Coordinates and implements comprehensive health services that meet or exceed Head Start Program Performance Standards, including:
• • Works with teachers and clinics to obtain all health and dental documents initially and update them as needed, including any referrals required.
  • Monitors all Screening and follow-up timelines for compliance with Standards
  • Assures children who enter the program after the initial screening have Health and Dental required screenings before the 45- and 90-day timeline, working with Teachers for timeline compliance.
  • Assures children who are identified in the screening process are referred for assessment in a timely manner, involving parents in the process.
  • Assures follow-up documentation in each child's file is complete on time, checking at least monthly for upcoming deadlines.
  • For children flagged for needing further assessment, treatment, or follow-up, works with Teachers and parents to ensure children receive services within 30 days of referral.
• Coordinates and implements comprehensive mental health and well-being services that meet or exceed Head Start Program Performance Standards and meet the needs of children, families, and staff.
• • Supports for child and adult mental health and well-being, including engaging in nurturing and responsive relationships with families
  • Participates in multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination with all other content coordinators to support positive learning environments for all children; supportive teacher practices and strategies for supporting children with social, emotional, behavioral, or mental health concerns
  • Secures ongoing mental health consultation services, ensuring services are available at a frequency of at least once a month.

• Assists Head Start/Early Head Start staff and parents in obtaining and coordinating resources for children needing support in Mental Health and Wellness services.

• • Develops, purchases, and provides health, mental health, and wellness-related resources for families and staff distribution.
  • Works with the Behavioral Health Mental Health Consultant and other professionals to ensure families, children, and staff receive needed mental health services.
  • Ensures mental health and wellness training for families and employees is provided regularly.
• Works with the community partners, along with parents, to carry out two Health/Mental Health Services Advisory Committee (HSAC) meetings
• Compiles with program reports and is responsible for all ChildPlus data entry for Health, Mental Health, and Wellness.
• Assists in planning Pre-Service and other Head Start training events and presents training on health, mental health, and wellness components. Monitors program calendar and assures mandates are met.
• Maintains child and family files confidentially and securely, professionally protecting private information.
• Works with site staff to ensure both site-based and Anchorage-based files are accurate and current.
• Responsible for initiating and carrying out assigned duties with limited supervision.
• Conforms to safety policies and general housekeeping practices.
• Demonstrates sound work ethic, is flexible, and shows dedication to the position.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.
• Keeps customer service and the organization's mission in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.
• Expected to be prepared to start shift on time, meet attendance standards, and work the hours necessary to perform the job's essential functions.
• Employees are expected to embrace, support, and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion, and quality, which align with Chugachmiut's Mission and Vision through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.
• Conforms to Chugachmiut policies, strict employee confidentiality, and HIPAA regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.