DUTIES

SUMMARY

Directs, manages, supervises, plans and coordinates the health and nutrition services and activities of the ECS program.  Coordinates assigned activities with other ECS service areas.   Coordinates with staff in other program content areas including ongoing assessment of the quality of services provided.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Directs compliance with pertinent legislation, regulations and laws; ensures timely and accurate records and reporting of data to Federal and State authorities.
• Analyzes and tracks the health status for children and completes follow-up to ensure each child is up to date on a schedule of well childcare as outlined in the EPSDT guidelines.  Provides periodic updates/progress reports including but not limited to Program Information Report, Health and Nutrition Service Area Plan and Health and Nutrition Services Action Plan.
• Provides ongoing monitoring for health and nutrition files.
• Provides related training and education to staff and families.
• Directs compliance in health and nutrition services with performance standards and ECS policies and procedures.
• Negotiates partnership agreements with community agencies for support and services to ECS children, families and programs.
• Directs follow-up of health and nutrition-related referrals for children.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings, and Health and Nutrition/or Disabilities Service Area meetings with staff, teachers, community members and/or parents.
• Creates and implements the health and nutrition services and safety plans for ECS in consultation with staff, parents and community health care providers
• Serves as a liaison with community programs that provide health and nutrition-related services to ECS and other low-income families.
• Works collaboratively with other service area staff to ensure screenings and observations are conducted, record-keeping requirements are met, and feedback is provided to staff.
• Ensures that proper health and nutrition status is determined for children birth to five as well as reviews health and nutrition documents for pregnant mothers enrolled in the Early Head Start program.
• Conducts home visits to discuss health and nutrition needs, provides health and nutrition education and early intervention with the child’s parents, pregnant mothers and new mothers.
• Assists with planning and follow-up in a timely manner in accordance with timelines established by the agency, with health and nutrition concerns, questions or abnormal findings that are brought forward by others. 
• Participates in planning and/or convening the Health and Nutrition Services Advisory Committee. Participates in annual refunding applications, budgets, program area plans, program self-assessment and community assessment.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the direct reports.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• This job supervises 2 staff: Registered Dietician and Food Services Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of health management experience, preferably Head Start/Early Head Start program
• Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Nursing, Public Health or related field from a four-year university required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Possesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance or reliable access to transportation depending on business needs.
• Required to travel several times per month (25% to 50% of the time).
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Spanish / English bilingual preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information. 
• Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.
• Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.
• Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual and dependable attendance.
• Understands CII’s basic philosophy and participates fully in carrying out its mission.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• None

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must have intermediate knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel and E-mail.
• Database software

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Time Spent [None, -1/3, 1/3 - 2/3, 2/3+]

• Stand: 1/3 - 2/3

• Walk: 1/3 - 2/3

• Sit: 1/3 - 2/3

• Reach with hands and arms: 2/3+

• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: 2/3+

• Climb or balance: -1/3

• Bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl: -1/3

• Talk or hear: 2/3+

• Taste or smell: None

• Carry, push or pull: -1/3

• Lifts Weights or Exerts Force

  • Up to 10 pounds: -1/3

  • Up to 25 pounds: -1/3

  • Up to 50 pounds: -1/3

  • Up to 100 pounds: None

  • More than 100 pounds: None

VISION REQUIREMENTS

• No special vision requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical, mental & environmental conditions in which the work is performed. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Time Spent [None, -1/3, 1/3 - 2/3, 2/3+]

Environmental variables that may be indicated as applicable to the position:

• Working near mechanical parts: None

• Work in high, precarious places: None

• Fumes or airborne particles: None

• Toxic or caustic chemicals: None

• Outdoor weather conditions: -1/3

• Extreme cold (non-weather): None

• Extreme heat (non-weather): None

• Risk of electrical shock: None

NOISE LEVEL

• Moderate noise

REQUIRED TRAINING

• New Hire Orientation
• AB-1825:  Sexual Harassment Prevention training
• Mandated Reporter
• CPR/First Aid
• Timekeeping & Attendance

COMPENSATION:

In accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is included in this posting.  The actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range to maintain internal inequity and allow opportunity for future salary growth. CII salaries are determined based on comprehensive internal and external market analysis, as well as the skills, education, and experience relevant to each position.

BENEFITS: 

• Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year 

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents

• 403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees

• Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

• Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance 

• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance 

• Opportunity for growth & advancement 

• Professional development & continued training 

• Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activities

CONTINGENCIES: 

• Influenza immunization or declination

• COVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizations

• Education verification

• Reference check

• Background fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social Services 

• Drug and alcohol screening

• Tuberculosis screening