ABOUT AKIN:
Akin partners with children, families, and communities to build relationships and support well-being so everyone can thrive. Through our early learning programs, we create inclusive, nurturing environments where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides comprehensive, accessible, home-based and center-based health services to families enrolled in Akin’s Head Start and ECEAP programs. Provides services that promote the enrolled children’s physical, emotional, and social development and promote family health practices that enhance lifelong well-being and prevent illness and injury. Delivers services in a family-centered manner. Will oversee the implementation of health, nutrition and safety plans and services to meet or exceed Head Start and ECEAP Performance Standards, as well as state childcare licensing requirements. Has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides health referrals and facilitates access to health services for families, including primary care, dental services, nutrition, family planning, maternity or childbirth education
- Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive services to families and children
- Supports and ensures the completion of health screenings, well-child exams, dental exams, and follow-up for all enrolled children and expectant families
- Works with health care providers to complete a classroom health care plan for children with a disclosed diagnosis or chronic condition
- Develops educational materials and participates in education events for families and staff
- Participates in meetings, including Health Services Advisory Committee, team reviews, and other agency meetings where appropriate
- Assists in monitoring compliance with Head Start, ECEAP, or state licensing health and safety standards
- Regularly consults with a Registered Nurse, Nutritionist, and Mental Health Consultant
- Utilizes the ChildPlus system to enter or retrieve client information
- Assists with data collection, aggregation, analysis and reporting for overall program
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to establish positive, goal-oriented relationships with individuals and families
- Knowledge and experience with child health and development
- Experience working with expectant families
- Knowledge of effective communication techniques, conflict resolution skills, and adult education practices
- Knowledge of community health resources and the ability to establish and build collaborative partnerships with community agencies and their staff
- Proficient in Office 365 and database usage
- Attention to detail for data entry software, such as ChildPlus
- Familiarity with or interest in the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and belonging; and experience working successfully with colleagues, clients, or communities from a variety of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated openness to learning and contributing to an inclusive workplace environment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment includes moderate noise and typical office lighting and temperatures
- Home environments may include pets, residual smoke, pests, and other typical household hazards like dirt and other spills (Note: we do not allow smoking during visits)
- Center environments include multiple classrooms with children ages 4 weeks to 5 years old
HYBRID WORK ARRANGEMENTS:
Hybrid work is a benefit of Akin’s flexible workplace but cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Hybrid work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally to reach, stoop and kneel
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period
- Regular, predictable attendance is required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A.A. or B.A. in Community Health, Public Health Administration, Nutrition or equivalent degree (e.g. Social Work, Psychology)
- Proof of physical exam (updated every three years)
- One-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment. For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be provided.
- Proof of MMR vaccine or positive MMR titer
- A valid driver's license and a favorable driving record, with no more than three violations within the past three years.
- Completion of Akin and DCYF criminal history background check, including registry with MERIT to include fingerprinting
REQUIRED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE:
- CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification
- HIV/AIDS and Bloodborne pathogen training
- Food Handler’s Permit
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bilingual in English and Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Hindi, Oromo, Pashto, Somali, Spanish, Tigrinya, or Urdu.
SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.
The target starting pay for this position is $24.399 - $29.277 per hour, typically within the first half of these ranges. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant’s pay history into account.
The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.
WHY JOIN AKIN?:
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families
- Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
- Access ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
- Be part of a team committed to inclusion, belonging, and community
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION:
Akin is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage individuals who bring lived experience and diverse perspectives to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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