on the go HR, Inc Hiring for Health Service Assistant at Bronx, NY Full Time

About the position: Direct the provision of high-quality nutrition services and nutrition promotion and education for infants, toddlers, and families. Assists Health/MH/Nutrition Specialist in the development and oversight of the Child and Adult Care Food Program application and its implementation by providing training and technical assistance to program and center staff. Collaborate with community partners, parents, and nutrition providers in advancing healthy nutrition awareness and education. This position also supports the provision of medical and dental health services for all enrolled children. Assure compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards about Health including applicable state health regulations. Adhere to the best health care principles and practices. Establish/maintain comprehensive record-keeping and reporting and data collection systems. Interaction with children, staff, parents, and the larger community is also required.

Main Responsibilities: (Additional day-to-day tasks will be discussed during the interview process.)

• Engage in comprehensive, integrated planning with management team:
• develop/improve nutrition goals/outcomes that support school readiness.
• develop/improve the Urban Strategies EHS Holistic Health Care System that integrates nutrition into physical health, oral health, mental health services and safety practices.
• Ensure the implementation of a Nutrition System throughout the program.
• Develop/improve a holistic health care system that encompasses physical health, oral health, nutrition, mental health services and safety practices.
• Ensure the implementation of the health care system at each center.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures for the Nutrition System and its implementation.
• Assist with the development and administration of the CACFP budget and assures fiscal integrity with the guidance of the Health/MH/Nutrition Specialist.
• Assists with the CACFP annual compliance evaluation.
• Assist in the assessment of community, program, child, and family health care needs and available resources.
• Assist with the collection of data in the Child Plus platform for the Community Assessment.
• Assist with the annual program self-assessment and federal onsite review process, focused on the holistic health care system; report on strengths, recommendations, required improvements; implement improvements and recommendations; incorporate into program planning process.
• Collaborate with Health/Mental Health Specialist and Family/Community Partnership Specialist to assure achievement of nutrition services goals and outcomes for children and families such as WIC and SNAP.
• Collaborates with the Health/MH/Nutrition Specialist in the assessment, development, and implementation of a training and technical assistance program for addressing nutrition and health safety practices in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child and Adult Care Regulations.
• Collaborate with the Health/MH/Nutrition Specialist on the assessment of community, program, child, and family nutritional needs and available resources; compile and analyze data, produce reports, assure the integration of children with disabilities, dual language learners, homeless children, and children in foster care.
• Participate in the Health Services Advisory Committee and maintain ongoing collaborative relationships with community organizations responsive to the nutritional wellness of infants and toddlers and their families.
• Assist with Health and Nutrition training for families.
• Completes other related activities and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Nurse Assistant or Medical Assistant Certification/Degree or Associate Degree with knowledge of health services or an associate degree in food service/Nutrition related field plus equivalent experience, course work, and certifications in nutrition
• Two or more years of experience as a nurse assistant or medical assistant or experience with CACFP Program
• Upon hire, must obtain Food Manager Certification, if applicable.
• Competency in using computer hardware and software to maintain health services records effectively and social services records.
• Communication and demonstrated experience in delivering presentations on health topics.
• Must have Valid Driver’s License, Personal Vehicle and Liability Insurance required.
• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish
• A self-motivated and dedicated person who is excited and passionate about helping infants, toddlers, and families get connected to the community resources necessary for them to grow.
• You are a personable, energetic, and empathetic person who can support children and families and multiple projects in a prioritized manner to meet the goals and objectives of our internal Urban Strategies goals and within compliance of all current Head Start Performance Standards.

Benefits Benefits:

• Remote work for eligible positions.
• Medical, dental is paid 95% by company, 5% by employee (individual or family) eligible first day of hire.
• Vision is covered 100% (individual or family) eligible first day of hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation time is generous but varies depending on program and position.*
• 9 Sick Days and 11 Holidays*
• Every teammate gets long and short-term disability free.
• Positions that require laptops, company provides one.
• Positions that require cellphone, company issues one.

Perks:

• Meaningful employee engagement programs.
• Education discounts (BA-PhD) with a variety of education partners