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S-1907-14

Job Title:  Head Start Health Services Technician - OMJST

Worksite Location: 3015 Mahoning Ave NE, Canton, Ohio 44705

Number of Openings: 3

APPLY DIRECT to STARK COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY:

Email a cover letter and resume to HR@sccaa.org if you meet the requirements**

Or Fax 330-454-6850

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SCCAA Head Start Health Services Technician Job Summary: Responsible for the acquisition and record keeping of health-related documentation for children in the Head Start / Early Head Start program (Early Childhood Education) program; assist in meeting the needs of families served.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Training and/or work experience with pediatric children ages 0-5 is preferred.
• Must have excellent writing, communication, and computer skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Duties:

• Track medical, dental, and developmental requirements for Head Start and Early Head Start children.
• Review medical and dental documentation for enrolled children. Enter all results and follow-up in Child Plus data system.
• Utilize Child Plus reports to ensure accuracy of child data and to monitor deadlines and expiration dates to maintain compliance with Head Start Performance standards and ODJFS licensing rules.
• Complete Health Care Plans and Administration of Medication Forms with parents in compliance with ODJFS licensing regulations. Train staff as needed.
• Assist community health providers during health or dental clinics.
• Obtain and monitor necessary health or dental consents for enrolled children. Maintain documentation in Child Plus.
• Monitor health insurance documentation for enrolled children using Child Plus.
• Perform vision, hearing, lead, hematocrit, and hemoglobin screenings to maintain compliance with Head Start Performance Standard screening requirements and timelines.
• Contact parents and medical providers to obtain medical records and documentation of follow-up treatments.
• Provide transportation as needed for children and parents to obtain required screenings or follow-up.
• Provide first aid and support to classroom staff to assess injuries, communicable diseases, etc. Provide classroom activities and education as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas for children, families, staff, and records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Details: Full-Time / Monday-Friday / 1^st^ Shift

Wage Increase: $15.23 PLUS $2,500 Sign on Bonus

Available Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Retirement Plan other than 401K

Pre-employment Testing: Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing

OMJ Staff Contact: RC3