HS PY Health Coordinator

JOB DUTIES :

The Health Coordinator is responsible for planning, producing, coordinating, and monitoring the functions necessary to ensure a comprehensive health program that is in compliance with Child Care Licensing Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.

• Coordinate with Health Assistant and Family Advocates in the implementation of the functions of the Head Start health component.
• Assist children / families with available local community health resources.
• Monitor and evaluate children's health records. Create weekly and monthly reports to follow up.
• Work with physicians and clinics to receive health results to comply Head Start regulations.
• Perform hemoglobin and lead testing, as needed, after sending out and collecting permission forms.
• Assist families with on-going health and dental care.
• Maintain a Health Services Advisory Committee and collaborate with them to ascertain how to best serve the Head Start families.
• Work with families and doctors to create health plans for children with chronic health issues so Head Start staff is knowledgeable on how to adequately care for children.
• Work with physicians and parents regarding food allergies and substitutions. Ensure proper paperwork is on file regarding food allergies and create / distribute health plans according to child's needs.
• Comply with the Head Start Act, all Head Start regulations, federal, state, and local regulations, contractual agreements and funding guidelines.
• Implement Brightpoint Values at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality of communications and records.

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