Early Head Start Director, Health and Safety
Maternity Care Coalition
This position follows a hybrid work model. Please note that for the first three months,
The role requires in-person work before transitioning to a hybrid schedule. Position Summary The EHS Director of Health & Safety has overall responsibility for the management and oversight of the health and safety of children, families, and staff of the Early Head Start program as outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards and by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. The Director provides expert advice that guides service delivery and the development of policies and procedures for all health, safety, and nutrition activities of the EHS program in both Montgomery County and South Philadelphia. Job Duties and Responsibilities
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The role requires in-person work before transitioning to a hybrid schedule. Position Summary The EHS Director of Health & Safety has overall responsibility for the management and oversight of the health and safety of children, families, and staff of the Early Head Start program as outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards and by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. The Director provides expert advice that guides service delivery and the development of policies and procedures for all health, safety, and nutrition activities of the EHS program in both Montgomery County and South Philadelphia. Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Serves as a member of the EHS Senior Leadership Team, which ensures high-quality services to families and develops strategic direction for the entire EHS program.
- Participates in MCC leadership activities and collaborates with leaders across the organization.
- Monitors the Office of Head Start and the PA Department of Human Services' changes to health and safety requirements and implements them.
- Ensures adherence to Head Start Performance Standards and timely completion of screenings and assessments.
- Supports direct service staff and their supervisors in the delivery of health, nutrition, and safety services in the program.
- Develops guidelines, policies, and procedures in keeping with Performance Standards; reviews and revises annually.
- Prepares monthly data and program reports; completes reports to funders and contractors as assigned.
- Assists in promoting health and safety practices, including performing monthly health and safety checks at MCC sites and at partner childcare centers.
- Trains, arranges, and monitors completion of in-service health and safety training for EHS staff.
- Works with and appropriately trains all EHS staff to support children and families with health/medical needs, and any accommodation deemed necessary.
- Supervises health and nutrition staff and consultants.
- Plans for and facilitates quarterly Health Services Advisory Committee meetings, including ensuring a broad-based membership of health service providers, insurance providers, and community representation.
- Monitors accurate and timely completion of activities, reports, training, and documentation related to the CACFP grant and adherence to ServSafe practices.
- Maintains a current Proctor Level ServSafe Certification, monitors staff expected to maintain current ServSafe certifications, and proctors testing for Management Level ServSafe certification for appropriate staff.
- As part of the EHS Leadership Team, participates in conducting the Community Needs Assessment, the annual Self-Assessment, reviewing applications, and program improvement plans.
- Adheres to MCC's security guidelines and ensures the appropriate handling of sensitive information.
- Understanding of MCC's mission, goals, and objectives, and ability to work independently with a high level of energy and contribute as part of a larger team.
- Expert-level knowledge of the concepts and practices associated with community health issues, particularly with pregnant women, prenatal care, child development, parenting, and other services for mothers, young children, and their families.
- Ability to travel in and around the Montgomery County/Philadelphia region to provide services as needed.
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to the issues facing the community served as well as knowledge of community resources.
- Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of child development, health service delivery systems, and parent involvement in early childhood.
- Experience in staff training and child services delivery systems.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and as a member of a team.
- Ability to collaborate with other agencies.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Good record keeping and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills (comfortable with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Valid License to practice Nursing required (RN)
- 5+ years' experience working with prenatal clients, newborns, and/or children under 3 years old preferred
- Experience in program planning and monitoring
- 3+ years of supervisory experience preferred
- Valid driver's license
- Obtain a current Proctor Level ServSafe Certification within the first 90 days of hire.
- The other position factors described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential tasks of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Operate related office equipment and use necessary tools. Regular keyboarding and computer use.
- Although work is primarily indoors, you will be required to travel outside to client and community locations.
- Position may require occasional trips to attend conferences, seminars, and meetings.
- May require working non-traditional hours based on operational needs.
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