HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST Dunkirk, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1020+Central+Ave.+Dunkirk+NY+USA+14048) Job Type Full-time Description Position Data: Title:Health Care Specialist Grade:E72Exempt:Non-Exempt:X Reports to:Center Director Basic Function or Position Summary: Provide basic and emergency health care services at a COI Child Care Center, including health assessments, screenings, medication administration, first aid, and review of medical records.Hours per week 35: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm. Salary $18.82 - $19.82/hourly Security Clearance:Lv. 3 V, A, C, R Requirements Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: • Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance with COI’s Health services and Early Care and Education’s procedures and protocols. • Provides oversight, review, and approval of child health records and health histories. • Develops and tracks individual health care plans, including special diets and medications. • Provide first aid for child injuries and illnesses. • Documents children’s incidents. • Works cooperatively with management, staff, and parents to promote positive health outcomes while ensuring compliance. • Completes children’s screenings within 45 days of enrollment initiates referrals for evaluations. • Facilitates community referrals, including access to a medical home for children and families. • Manages and material resources by controlling expenses and minimizing waste • Maintains complete information on CAPSYS and mandated health files • Maintains and initiates contact with families such as attendance, health information, or result of an illness or incident. • Assists in transitioning of children’s records. • Administers medication in accordance with Federal and State regulations. • Performs assessments of children’s health status. • Promotes agency mission. • Maintains confidentiality and complies with code of ethics. • Maintains consistent professional customer service. • Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. • Other duties as designated by supervisor Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Center Director, Classroom staff B. External: Community agency representatives, funders/partners, and local Health providers Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised: 0 B. Titles supervised: None Organizational Responsibilities: • Assist with maintaining inventory of and ordering supplies/equipment • Ongoing tracking, monitoring and reporting, including health outcomes. • Assists in policy, procedure, and program plan updates. • Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. • Participates in organizational and divisional management systems. Knowledge, Skills Required: • NYS Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) certification required; NYS Advanced Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (AEMT-P) Certification preferred. • High School Diploma or GED required. • Knowledge of nutrition and wellness standards beneficial. • Ability to work as an effective team member/leader. • Strong computer, phone, written and verbal communication skills. • Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks, documentation, maintaining files, monitoring, and charting. Special Requirements: • Maintain NYS Emergency Medical Technician certification required. • Completes all OCFS requirements. • Maintain a current Driver’s license. • Reliable transportation. • Ability to work flexible hours. • Lifting requirements: up to 50 lbs. • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. • Works compassionately with diverse population. • Experience with community programs.