HEALTH SPECIALIST
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Posting Details Posting Summary Functional Position Title HEALTH SPECIALIST Position Number 00055804 Appointment Type Regular Location-City New Orleans School/Division ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS Department LSUNO Human Development Center Position Summary Manage overall health and internal monitoring activities for Early Head Start program. The Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for monitoring, overseeing and assuring confidentiality of health records, monitoring and analyzing service data in the management information system. The H&S Specialist coordinates the Health Services Advisory Committee and provides health education, training and consultation to staff and families, and overall compliance with Head Start Health and Safety standards. The person in this position also will be responsible for compliance with federal and state statutes and rules pertaining to Health and Safety within the context of Early Head Start programs, including but not limited to: Louisiana Child Care Licensing regulations, Americans with Disabilities Act, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and other special education provisions. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for interfacing with medical and dental health professionals/consultants and supporting medical/dental home to ensure child and family health needs are addressed. Additional Position Information Minimum Qualifications Required Education Bachelor's If Other Required Education, please specifyDiscipline(s) Public Health, Early Childhood, Nursing, Social Work, Counseling, or related field Certifications/Licenses RequiredIndicate the minimum number of years required to do the job Two Indicate the type of experience required to do the job experience in a social service or medical agency that supports family health. Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education Master's If Other Preferred Education, please specifyDiscipline(s) Public Health, Early Childhood, Nursing, Social Work, Counseling, or related field Certifications/Licenses PreferredIndicate the preferred experience to perform the job Experience working in Early Head Start or Head StartWorking within an interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary model of service deliveryExperience using coaching-based interventions. Posting Detail Information Posting Number U01562P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start DatePosition End Date (if temporary)Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes Application Review Date to BeginSpecial Instructions SummaryEEO Statement LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (...@lsuhsc.edu). About the School/Department Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits