Director, Heath Services

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Health Services is directly responsible to the Executive Directors of Student Support Services for the planning, implementation, and supervision of the defined programs of the Health Services Department of the Wichita Public Schools. The Director assumes a leadership role in providing opportunities for pupils and staff members to develop those attitudes and practices which secure and maintain sound physical, mental, emotional and social health.

Requirements

Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
Ability to perform as an effective team player
Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook
Exhibits a professional manner and a positive attitude
Must be detail oriented
Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of organization’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Effective verbal and written communication and math skills
Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
Must understand and respond appropriately to needs and maintain a positive attitude with all students, staff, families, and community members.
Expected to interact with all internal and external constituents in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive service
In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator
All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Wichita Public Schools and is appropriate for their position
A bachelor’s degree is required
Experience as a nurse or other experience within the medical field is required.

Nice To Haves

A graduate degree is preferred
Leadership experience (supervision of staff, management of programs, etc.) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administers the programs within the Health Services Department
Plans health services programs and services; prepares and manages the department's budgets with appropriate school divisions
Coordinates, trains, and assists in supervising the staff of school nurses, health room assistants, and Nurse Practitioners in professional concern
Cooperates in the development of health programs which are funded through federal grants and other outside resources in the enhancement of the total health program
Serves as a liaison between the district, local, and state health departments
Prepares and submits local and state reports as required
Facilitates communications between the medical community and the school district
Applies for and coordinates grants and programs as appropriate
Encourages and provides staff development opportunities through in-service, continuing education, and other forms of educational programs related to school health
Researches, studies, and evaluates new school health programs and materials
Confers with parents, pupils, and community agencies concerning health needs of children and youth
Provides assistance and advice to school personnel in interpreting policies in the area of school health services
Provides leadership in programs to promote positive health attitudes and practices
Collaborates with other student support services administrators in the operation of the team approach for assessing and staffing pupils needing consideration for special program placement
Assists the building principal in the supervision and evaluation of school nurses
Organizes and conducts audits on a regular basis
Supervises homebound services for the district
Works with the Director of Pupil Transportation on health needs for students
Collaborates with Human Resources and oversees operations of the district employee onboarding clinic, including pre-employment physicals, drug screenings, tuberculosis (TB) testing, immunization review, and other required occupational health services
Oversees the district Automated External Defibrillator (AED) program, including maintenance schedules, compliance requirements, equipment inspections, and replacement of AED units and emergency medical supplies
Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.