What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Specialist - CNA or CMA 2 positions one temp position at Head Start Community Program of Morris County, Inc?
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Job description:
Bilingual English/Spanish licensed (CMA, CNA) professional with expertise in child health to coordinate and implement health services for Head Start program in Morris Plains area.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct community outreach to enhance health and well-being of families served.
- Perform children's health screenings and assessments, and manage health records and data.
- Monitor and report on children's immunization status.
- Manage and submit electronic documents for Child Care Food Program.
- Coordinate health-related community events and referrals for health services.
- Provide first-response care and support staff in classrooms when a child becomes ill.
- Follow up on children's health-related absences.
- Oversee facility health and safety, including emergency response planning.
Qualifications:
- License or certification in nursing (CMA, CNA) preferred, or on the path to complete credential within 18 months of hire.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field considered.
- Strong communication skills in English and Spanish.
- Strong computer skills.
- CPR and First Aid to be completed within six months of hire.
- At least one year of experience working with children and families.
- Knowledge of community health resources.
- Valid NJ Driver's license.
- Must pass required background and fingerprint checks and submit physical attesting to health status to work with young children.
Benefits:
- Family-friendly work environment on school-year schedule (46 weeks) with generous paid time off.
- Excellent benefits package.
- Free childcare slots are available (first come, first served) for staff members' 3- or 4-year-old children.
- Possible opportunity for year-round position.
Application Process:
Submit a letter of introduction, resume, and copies of educational credentials and health certifications/licenses.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19