Health Specialist

Qualifications

• Current Nursing License needed, Registered Nurse
• BS Degree in Nursing (BSN), Nutrition or Closely Related Field; Experience in providing health and nutrition services to children and families
• Experience in working with children, Community Health preferred

Responsibilities/Duties

The Health Specialist is responsible for oversight and monitoring comprehensive health, oral health, nutrition, and safety services for enrolled children and families in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), state licensing regulations, and agency policies. The Health Specialist works collaboratively with families, staff, community providers, and health professionals to ensure children receive ongoing preventive health care and follow-up treatment while promoting healthy lifestyles and school readiness.  This position is responsible for providing training and technical assistance, resources and monitoring of Regional Nursing staff to ensure that HSPPS are met in the provision of services to families.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment
Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position.

Location, Hours & Salary /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/
This position will require applicant to possess a valid Driver’s License with a Driver Record Check to be conducted in addition to agency required background clearances.

• Full Time, 12 months/Full year– 37.5 hrs/wk
• Rate of Pay: $46,461 annually
• Exempt/Salaried position
• Bilingual Abilities Preferred (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Fringe Benefits Package:
STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS – As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program
HEALTH INSURANCE – Coverage begins after 60 days: Two (2) health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation Time- 2 weeks year 1, 3 weeks years 2-4, and 4 weeks at year 5
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time – 1 day/year
PAID Holidays immediately – 18+ days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $333/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits – Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending
…and much more!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER