HEALTH ASSISTANT -Program Specialist

Operation Breakthrough•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

Efficient and accurate data entry
Ability to move and lift up to 45lbs
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

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of health information in an educational setting preferred
Child Plus and Procare software knowledge preferred
Knowledge of HIPAA preferred

Responsibilities

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.