HEALTH SPECIALIST Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

HEALTH SPECIALIST LSU

Health Sciences Center New Orleans – 3.1

New Orleans, LA Job Details Estimated:

$43.1K – $58.5K a year 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Retirement plan Pet insurance Qualifications Primary care Mid-level Master’s degree Bachelor’s degree Public Health 2 years Full Job Description 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 specify Discipline(s) Public Health, Early Childhood, Nursing, Social Work, Counseling, or related field Certifications/Licenses Required Indicate 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 specify Discipline(s) Public Health, Early Childhood, Nursing, Social Work, Counseling, or related field Certifications/Licenses Preferred Indicate 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 Date Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Application Review Date to Begin Special Instructions Summary EEO 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 ( ). 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 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • Do you possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Early Childhood, Nursing, Social Work, Counseling or related field AND have at least two (2) years’ experience in a social service or medical agency that supports family health or will you by start date? Yes No