Position Type:
General Head Start/Health Nutrition Specialist
Date Posted:
8/23/2023
Location:
BCIU Administration Main OfficeAre you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!
Summary of position:
The Health and Nutrition Specialist coordinates the efficient implementation of the Health and Nutrition service areas of the Head Start program.
Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):
- Establish a workable and effective medical, dental and nutrition program in accordance with health guidelines for Head Start programs.
- Keep complete medical and dental records on each child which include past history and current information of medical significance.
- Plan health programs for staff and parents in growth and development, safety and accident prevention, family relationships and other appropriate subjects.
- Hold individual conferences with parents and staff about related concerns whenever needed.
- Make home visits and follow-up visits to seek and disperse information on the health status of the child and on the overall program.
- Current license to practice as a registered professional nurse as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the practice of public health nursing and school nursing.
- Knowledge of the growth and development processes of the young child.
- Knowledge of services performed by other Health and Welfare agencies in the community.
Full-time, 7 hours/day, 12 months/year
Salary:
$29.65 - $39.04/hour Per Head Start Salary Scale
Attachment(s):
- HS Health Nutrition Specialist_01182018 (2).doc