Health Services Manager

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission•Fresno, CA

12h•$94,932 - $113,964•Onsite

About The Position

Overall responsibility for the operation of the Health Services area to ensure all Head Start (HS) 0 to 5 children receive comprehensive health services (medical, dental, mental health and special education) as described in the Office of Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and Children Health and Disabilities Prevention (CHDP) Program including state immunization laws and Community Care Licensing (CCL) regulations. Assist in the fulfillment of the Organizations vision.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related business software.
Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work and interact with families/children to develop and maintain supportive, respectful, and empowering relationships with families, co-workers, and the community.
Willing to work non-traditional hours and days to meet the needs of this position.
Infant/Child CPR/First Aid certification with at least 15 hours of training on preventive health practices required within 6 months of employment.
Maintain valid California driver's license and the minimum auto insurance as required by state law, or reliable transportation. For those driving work related vehicles, must maintain insurability under agency policy.
Pass required reference checks and fingerprint clearance under Title 22 regulations: Department of Justice/FBI, Criminal Record Statement Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) and background investigation as needed prior to employment.
Physical examination, TB screening clearance and signed federal criminal record declaration are required within 7 days after employment.
Obtain a valid AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Certification within the first three (3) days of employment.
Pass and maintain Basic Pest Management in a Child Care Settings annual certification as required by the California Healthy Schools Act (HSA).
Attend and pass the Family Development Credentialing Program within 18 months of employment.
Immunized against influenza (flu), pertussis (whooping cough) and measles. The influenza vaccination must be obtained annually during flu season, August 1 through December 1. A person is exempt from the immunization requirements for the following circumstances: 1. The person submits a written statement from a licensed physician declaring that because of the person’s physical condition or medical circumstances, the immunization is not safe. 2. The person submits a written statement from a licensed physician providing that the person has evidence of current immunity to pertussis (whooping cough) and/or measles. 3. The person submits in writing declaration that he or she has declined the influenza (flu) vaccination. This exemption only applies to the influenza (flu) vaccine.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing/Public Health preferred.
Current California RN License preferred.
Four (4) years of nursing related work experience preferred.
Two (2) years of direct staff administrative supervision preferred.
Two (2) years of direct experience in nonprofit or government funded programs preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish or other secondary language preferred based on the needs of the clients and the program.
Former Head Start 0 to 5 parents preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervising the Registered Nurses (RN), Maternal Child Health & Inclusion Specialists, Health Services Liaison, Interns and Volunteers.
Supervising assigned staff, interns and volunteers; reviews employment applications and participates in the recruitment interview process, performance management and other personnel processes.
Overall planning, administration, coordination and implementation of Health Services including, medical, dental, mental health and special education services.
Collaborating with other HS 0 to 5 management to ensure seamless services to children and families while meeting all Program Area goals.
Coordinating and conducting trainings for HS 0 to 5 staff and parents to educate them on the importance of health care issues.
Keeping HS 0 to 5 health resources up to date.
Ensuring total compliance of staff and children’s electronic health records, including periodic monitoring for compliance and accuracy.
Collecting and submitting statistical data monthly, quarterly and annually as required by Federal, State and local funding sources.
Preparing, revising and managing departmental spending to ensure fiscal compliance.
Coordinating and participating in ongoing internal monitoring, Self-Assessment monitoring and other monitoring as required to ensure program compliance.
Organizing and assuring the continuation and effectiveness of the Health Services Advisory Committee (HSAC) in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Health Services area, while maintaining the participation by required members (i.e. doctors, community health care professionals and Head Start parents).
Conferring periodically with appropriate consultants to ensure that Head Start children and families are receiving quality medical care and utilizing state and local resources.
Promoting parent involvement by educating them regarding family health care, including identifying state and local resources in the areas of physical, dental and mental health needs and by encouraging parents to participate in advocating for their families by serving on the HSAC and attending Local Parent Meetings (LPM) and County-Wide Personnel Committee (CWPC) meetings.
Serving as a HS 0 to 5 representative in the community when attending conferences/meetings and interaction with parents and health care providers.
Advocating for children, ensuring all eligible children receive necessary health, assessments and screening exams; ensures referrals are followed up by staff in a timely manner.
Advocating for children with special needs by ensuring that all children eligible for HS 0 to 5 services be allotted a space in the program and once enrolled ensure that these children receive entitled services from the Local Educational Agency (LEAs) and community partners.
Maintaining awareness of cultural and ethnic differences of families and children in relation to health services.
Attending and participating in conferences, meetings and trainings, as required.
Modeling professionalism for staff, parents, children, clients, and community members.
Promoting a collaborative environment within the service areas, program, and organization.
Maintaining strict compliance with universal precautions.
Adhering to the American With Disabilities Act (ADA-2010) which prohibits discriminatory actions toward children and/or adult with disabilities. In particular, children with disabilities enrolled in the classroom as mandated by Federal Law.
Maintaining confidentiality of records and information on HS 0 to 5 staff, children and families.
Traveling to all HS 0 to 5 centers/sites to communicate, monitor, and visit each site periodically.
Traveling for work related business using reliable transportation.
Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality.
Working evenings and weekends as required.
Performing other duties as assigned.