Family Services and Health Specialist

Mid-Cumberland Community Agency • Springfield, TN

1d • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Family Services & Health Specialist assists in the administration of health program requirements, daily operations of a Head Start site, and bus driving responsibilities as assigned. This role is crucial for ensuring the health and well-being of children in the Head Start program, facilitating their access to necessary services, and supporting the overall operational efficiency of the site.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current CDL license (minimum Class C) with PS endorsement required.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Medical background (CNA, MA) preferred.
• Prior work experience with medical records, health screenings, or other medical-related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete health reports and track health services.
• Collect and prepare data reports for Head Start and Early Head Start staff, including the Health and Nutrition Coordinator and Site Manager.
• Review and monitor data for accuracy and completeness.
• Update health files and social service data as required.
• Schedule health, dental, or disability services appointments and provide transportation for children and parents when necessary.
• Maintain communication with parents through letters, newsletters, home visits, and phone calls.
• Prepare children for health services to ease apprehension.
• Assist the Family Service Advocate with Family Service activities as requested.
• Support food service tasks when needed.
• Drive the bus or act as a Bus Monitor as required.
• Safely operate a school bus over a designated route or for special trips.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct routine bus maintenance and cleaning.
• Arrange and coordinate vehicle repairs.
• Maintain required vehicle records.
• Provide transportation for field trips, health appointments, and therapy sessions as needed.
• Educate children and parents on transportation safety.
• Participate in mealtimes with children when requested.
• Assist with center cleaning duties as needed.
• Support parent meetings or trainings.
• Recruit children for Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
• Attend meetings, committees, training, and conferences as required, including pre-service and in-service training.
• Work to obtain volunteer and in-kind contributions for the agency, submitting necessary documentation as requested.
• Assist in Head Start or Early Head Start classrooms when needed.
• Adhere to all Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency Policies and Procedures, Head Start Performance Standards, and other applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Low-Cost Vision Insurance Available
• 5% Employer Contribution to Your 401(k) After One Year of Service — No Employee Contribution Required
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Meaningful Work Serving Children and Families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED