$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Luzerne County Head Start • Wilkes-Barre, PA

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About The Position

Health Specialist Responsibilities/Duties: Focus: Health Services for the Head Start Program. Oversee Health Services for the Head Start program and implementation of the Performance Standards pertaining to all Health Services. Responsible for providing training and technical assistance, resources and monitoring of Regional Nursing staff to ensure that Head Start Performance Standards are met in the provision of services to families. Terms of Employment Conditions of Employment This position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function. Location, Hours & Salary / https://lcheadstart.org/locations/ These positions will require applicant to possess a valid Drivers License with a Driver Record Check to be conducted in addition to agency required background clearances. Full Time/12 month position, School Year 37.5 hrs/wk Rate of Pay: $46,461 annually Bilingual Abilities Preferred (Eng/Spanish) 5% additional pay Fringe Benefits Package: STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program ; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program HEALTH INSURANCE Coverage begins after 60 days: Two (2) health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Cash Out Option available if you already have other coverage. RETIREMENT PLAN LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option WORK SCHEDULE August thru June, with an established summer break in employment between school years PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary) PAID Long Term Disability Insurance PAID Sick Time Accrues up to 65 working days PAID Personal Time 3 days/year PAID Holidays immediately 18 days during the regular school year , including extended break between Christmas-New Year PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year PAID Training Opportunities Flexible Benefits Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending and much more! Our employees receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities; do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving; enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and work in an environment of professional respect. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Requirements

• BS Degree in Nursing (BSN), Nutrition or Closely Related Field
• Experience in Providing Health and Nutrition Services to children and families
• Current Nursing License, Registered Nurse
• This position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function.
• These positions will require applicant to possess a valid Drivers License with a Driver Record Check to be conducted in addition to agency required background clearances.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Community Health preferred
• Bilingual Abilities Preferred (Eng/Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Oversee Health Services for the Head Start program
• Implementation of the Performance Standards pertaining to all Health Services
• Providing training and technical assistance, resources and monitoring of Regional Nursing staff to ensure that Head Start Performance Standards are met in the provision of services to families

Benefits

• STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• HEALTH INSURANCE Coverage begins after 60 days: Two (2) health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Cash Out Option available if you already have other coverage.
• RETIREMENT PLAN LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
• PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
• PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
• PAID Sick Time Accrues up to 65 working days
• PAID Personal Time 3 days/year
• PAID Holidays immediately 18 days during the regular school year , including extended break between Christmas-New Year
• PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
• PAID Training Opportunities
• Flexible Benefits Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level