Health Specialist

Responsibilities/Duties:

Oversee Health Services for the Head Start program and implementation of the Performance Standards pertaining to all Health Services.
Responsible for providing training and technical assistance, resources and monitoring of Regional Nursing staff to ensure that Head Start Performance Standards are met in the provision of services to families.

Qualifications:

• Current Nursing License, Registered Nurse
• BS Degree in Nursing (BSN), Nutrition or Closely Related Field; Experience in Providing Health and Nutrition Services to children and families
• Experience in Community Health preferred

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment
This position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function.

Location, Hours & Salary /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/
These positions will require applicant to possess a valid Driver’s License with a Driver Record Check to be conducted in addition to agency required background clearances.

• Full Time/12 month position, School Year – 37.5 hrs/wk
• Rate of Pay: $46,461 annually
• Bilingual Abilities Preferred (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay

Fringe Benefits Package:
STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS – As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program
HEALTH INSURANCE – Coverage begins after 60 days: Two (2) health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Cash Out Option available if you already have other coverage.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
WORK SCHEDULE – August thru June, with an established summer break in employment between school years
PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time – 3 days/year
PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits – Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending
…and much more!

Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER