We are looking for someone to work under general supervision of the HUB Program Manager. The Health Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and supporting health and safety services across family childcare and center-based early learning programs. This role ensures compliance with ECEAP health standards, delivers health-related training and technical assistance, and provides individualized support to providers and families. The Health Coordinator monitors medical, dental, and developmental care compliance; and strengthens provider capacity through site visits.
Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate health documentation, delivering parent education, supporting the development and implementation of health and safety policies, and coordinating with healthcare professionals and community resources. The Health Coordinator also conducts site monitoring to ensure safe learning environments and supports CACFP compliance efforts through technical assistance and training. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to culturally responsive practices in service of children’s well-being.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Health Coordinator will have specific responsibilities that will include, but may not be limited to:
Health Services & Compliance:
- Collect health records and ensure completion of medical, dental, wellness exams, immunizations; allergies, etc of all enrolled children.
- Ensure that current policies and procedures are maintained on the monitoring of health and safety practices, child abuse and neglect, child allergies, disaster plans, exclusion of sick children and staff, health and safety inspections, infectious disease prevention, medication management, pesticide/herbicide management (RCW 17.21), transportation, and plans for handling medical, dental, and poison emergencies.
- Monitor, inspect and train as it relates to various safety inspections, including: indoor/outdoor safety, food safety, emergency preparedness, classroom environment.
- Conduct site visits to ensure sufficient monitoring of child safety, facilities safety, and provider observation areas, ensuring to communicate findings with providers via written plans.
- Facilitate site visits to review CACFP compliance, providing technical support when necessary and following up with additional resources to build provider capacity.
- Provide technical assistance, guidance, and training to CACFP participants to enhance their understanding of program requirements, best practices, and reporting procedures.
Data & Documentation:
- Track and maintain accurate documentation as it relates to health referrals, rescreens, treatment progress, outgoing needs, developmental concerns, etc., relaying to providers and parents as needed.
- Collect and maintain safety records, including information on emergency drills, and inspection records for smoke detectors, fire alarms, and fire extinguishers.
- Maintain accurate documentation of site monitoring visits, relaying all pertinent compliance issues with program manager.
- Administer designated assessment tools in diverse environments.
- Comply with all required data collection, reporting requirements, activities, progress reports, and other required documentation within the designated timeframe.
Administrative:
- Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with healthcare providers and organizations.
- Support FCC and center-based providers to establish a Health Advisory Committee that meets ECEAP standards.
- Assist the Health Advisory Committee to develop a plan to implement and monitor health services including requirements related to health, safety, and nutrition; confidentiality protocols; classroom health curriculum; and parent education.
- Demonstrate and model clear communication skills and reflective practices with teachers, childcare providers, and other staff.
- Demonstrate familiarity with community resources available to childcare providers, staff, and families in the designated counties.
- Maintain confidentiality in all areas of practice, including staff, childcare providers, clients and their families.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Preferred bachelor’s degree in a Health, Early Childhood, Education, or related field
- A minimum of two years working with young children in a group setting.
- Experience as an early learning health coordinator, consultant, or trainer.
- Bi-lingual ability (Somali and English) preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively and relate sensitively to adults and children from diverse ethnic and socio-economic groups
- Proficiency in oral and written English language
- Proficiency with computer software like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Additional expectations include:
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, cultural relevancy, and inclusion
- Must pass Department of Early Learning’s Portable Background Check (PBC).
- Excellent external and internal customer service skills
- Detail orientation
- Ability to work independently and take initiative as well as in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and flexibility
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks at a time
Hiring Process: To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Voices of Tomorrow is an equal opportunity employer. Please let us know if you require any accommodation.
More about Voices of Tomorrow’s (“VOT”).
VOT’s mission is to preserve immigrant & refugee children’s identity through culturally responsive child-focused programs. Our agency works closely with community partners to eliminate racial inequities in the Early Learning System which deeply affect Immigrant and Refugee children’s growth, development, and academic performances. Early childhood is the most critical phase of human development. The focus of VOT is to create early learning programs that preserves the child’s culture and language, while advancing African indigenous parenting practices and community-driven narratives. Substantial research shows that early adversity, including loss of a language, is associated with diminished health across the life course and across generations.
Our work is guided by the following foundational principles:
RACIAL EQUITY. Community representation is paramount in all of Voices of Tomorrow’s programs, policies, and activities. Program components are grounded in community needs and programs are designed with the input of the communities we serve.
CULTURAL RESPONSIVENESS. We strive to create opportunities to preserve culture through the celebration of diversity. We welcome all who apply their resources, cultural knowledge, and experience to address solutions for removing barriers facing our community.
HEALTH AND SAFETY. Embedded in our work is an understanding that good prenatal and early childhood mental health is foundational to reducing long term stressors and negative impacts into adulthood.
STRENGTHS-BASED. Our programs are designed to empower families and communities to use the existing knowledge of their families and communities enabling resiliency in a manner in which they can share their knowledge through the education of core life skills.
CHILD FOCUS. We encourage parents and caregivers to foster positive relationships with children and caregivers, as strong family bonds give children their best start in early childhood development.
Company Overview
Voices of Tomorrow is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to fostering early childhood development through innovative educational programs. We strive to create nurturing environments that empower young children and support their families, especially in underserved communities.
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Health Coordinator to join our team! In this vital role, you will coordinate health-related services, develop programs, and support the well-being of children and families within our early childhood education initiatives. Your expertise will help ensure our programs promote health equity, provide essential health education, and meet community needs with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Duties
- Develop and implement health programs tailored to the needs of young children and their families, including nutrition, addiction counseling, and health education.
- Collaborate with staff, families, healthcare providers, and community organizations to coordinate health services and resources.
- Conduct health assessments, screenings, and data collection to monitor program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Provide training and support on topics such as basic life support (BLS), medical terminology, public health law policy, and motivational interviewing.
- Maintain accurate records using EMR/EHR systems, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and program documentation standards.
- Educate staff and families on public health topics including Medicare, public health policy updates, and addiction prevention strategies.
- Advocate for underserved populations by promoting equitable access to healthcare resources and public health initiatives.
Experience
- Proven experience in nursing, social work, or public health roles related to community or early childhood settings.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities or from underserved communities.
- Strong background in program development, public speaking, and public health program planning.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for data collection and record keeping.
- Knowledge of public health law policy, Medicare regulations, nutrition principles, and addiction counseling techniques.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate others through motivational interviewing and educational outreach.
- Prior experience in working with diverse populations in community-based settings is highly desirable.
Join us at Voices of Tomorrow to make a meaningful difference by promoting health equity among our youngest learners! Your dedication will help shape healthier futures for children and families in need while advancing your career in a dynamic, supportive environment.
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
