What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEALTH ASSISTANT -Program Specialist position at St William Of York School?
About Operation Breakthrough
Operation Breakthrough is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping children living in poverty reach their full potential. We provide a safe, loving, and educational environment while supporting families through advocacy, referrals, and emergency aid.
JOB SUMMARY
The Health Assistant will help manage client information related to the agency's regulatory and compliance requirements. The role involves collecting, processing, and entering health-related data into various systems, following up with families, staff, and community partners as needed, assisting with student care when appropriate, and organizing at least three health-related activities for families each year.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Efficient and accurate data entry
- Basic knowledge of health information in an educational setting preferred
- Child Plus and Procare software knowledge preferred
- Ability to move and lift up to 45lbs
- Knowledge of HIPAA preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collect and maintain student health records including medical home, health history, immunization history, allergies and medications for data entry in ChildPlus and/or Procare
- Communicate with families' child(rens) health needs and results in accordance with agency compliance
- Interact with families, staff and partner staff in a positive and courteous manner
- Communicate with the Swope Dental team to maintain compliance needs and support follow-up for resources and completion
- Collaborate with the Health Team and other internal agency departments to support program success
- Research client information on Health databases
- Gather and disseminate all health documentation to the appropriate parties promptly
- Assist in health screens and clinics
- Monitor medication backpacks, including documentation and medication expiration for all classrooms
- Create and coordinate a minimum of three health events for families per year
- Participate in all staff development activities, as appropriate.
COMPENTENCIES
- The ability to effectively use software, hardware, and digital tools to complete tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with children, parents, and staff
- Ability to keep information confidential.
- Sensitivity to cultural/diverse orientations
- Organization
- Initiative
- Flexibility
- Dependability
- Task and detail oriented
WORKING CONDITIONS
Indoor/Office Environment.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee.
Operation Breakthrough is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with Operation Breakthrough is “At Will”.