RN Health Care Consultant - Early Childhood Programs

Job Description

Job Description

Role: The Health Care Consultant implements the health care consultancy services as outlined in the Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) contract set by the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and according to the policies and procedures of the Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc. The Health Care Consultant reports to the Director of Professional Development. 

This is a full time position of 35 hours per week traveling to programs in Dutchess and Putnam Counties.

Essential Functions :

• Enter into contracts with local childcare programs and serve as the Health Care Consultant of record for those programs that meet NY State regulatory standards.
• Assist with prospective and existing childcare programs in developing their health care plans.
• Assist with the development of program policies and procedures for health-related issues.
• Work with providers and families to accommodate children with special needs and develop Individualized Health Care Plans.
• Provide both basic and intensive technical assistance on health and safety related issues.
• Responsible for providing Medication Administration Training (MAT) according to NY State standards and for certifying those individuals who successfully complete the class.
• Responsible for providing Health & Safety Classes for all modalities in accordance with Professional Development Program, Rockefeller College, University at Albany under a training and administrative services agreement with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.
• Attend meetings and conferences as required by OCFS and/or the Spring Valley Regional Office and/or the Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc.
• Participate in outreach efforts in the community representing The Child Care Council of Dutchess & Putnam, Inc.
• Compile statistical and program information for agency reports and audits.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid NYS License to practice as a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse.
• One year experience training and/or educating adults
• Minimum of three years practice in health care field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically and socio-economically diverse communities
• Ability to work independently within a flexible schedule and practice effective time management
• A valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• Meet travel requirements (Covering Dutchess and Putnam Counties)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to meet learning needs at a variety of educational levels
• Knowledge of all child care modalities
• Second language preferred