What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Assistant position at Northwest Arkansas Head Start?
Location: Bentonville, AR
Hours: Full Time. Tuesday thru Friday. 10 hrs. Shifts
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for assisting in implementing the Health Services Components in compliance with the Early Head Start and Head Start Program Performance Standards, child care licensing, state, local and federal law. Knowing and complying with the Head Start Act, Performance Standards, Arkansas State Licensing requirements, the Northwest Arkansas Head Start Personnel Policy Manual and any other regulations and as applicable.
Required experience:
Three or more years of Head Start experience.
Education Requirements:
Ability to obtain ServSafe certification
Ability to obtain CPR first aide certification
High School Diploma or GED required
BA Degree related to Health and Nutrition preferred
Additional Requirements:
Driver's License
Auto Insurance
Pass Child Maltreatment Check
Pass Criminal Record Check
Pass FBI Check
Pass Drug Screen
It is essential that all employees be free from the effects of substance abuse.
Benefits:
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Pay: Commensurate with experience and education
Preferred Qualifications: Ability to speak Spanish is desirable/essential
Northwest Arkansas Head Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.