Job description

Health Assistant
Head Start and State Pre-K- Southern Region
Full-Time, Part-Year
General Responsibility: This position will be responsible for collecting, inputting and organizing data within Head Start’s client data tracking system (ChildPlus) and hard copy files.
Specific Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the health coordinator, the health assistant will work collaboratively with Head Start direct service staff, families and healthcare provider agencies to: identify missing required health information, obtaining parent signatures for releases of information as needed, tracking releases of information for renewal purposes, acquiring health documentation utilizing releases of information, entering data as well as scanning and attaching documents into ChildPlus data tracking system, and disseminating hard copies of documentation to client files. Additional support duties to include maintaining adequate levels of inventory for on-site healthcare supplies and general administrative assistance tasks such as site coverage responsibilities, telephone calls, attending meetings as requested and recording meeting minutes, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: High School Graduate or GED required. Must have exemplary computer skills, willingness and ability to learn ChildPlus data tracking system, experience in general data entry and office support tasks. Knowledge of medical terminology helpful. Must be detail oriented, able to follow directions and work both independently and collaboratively with a variety of individuals to meet deadlines. Must have driver’s license, valid car insurance, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel throughout the state.
Competitive Benefit Package: We offer an excellent, competitive salary and benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance, as well as a 403b Savings Plan/Pension with an Agency match, Vacation, Sick, Holiday time and access to Agency-sponsored EAP services for employees and their families. Many training opportunities are available that include, but are not limited to various educational experiences, certificate programs, CPR and First Aid training as well as ongoing occasions for additional learning. Tri-County is a qualified entity for employees to access loan repayment opportunities.
Application Process: Please visit our website at www.tricountyri.org to view our current openings. Click on the Job Opportunities link on the bottom of the page to view all available employment opportunities.
Tri-County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Tri-County is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, limited English proficiency (LEP), gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

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