Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Planning & Oversight
- Develop and implement a comprehensive health services plan aligned with Head Start
Program Performance Standards.
- Ensure timely completion of health screenings (e.g., vision, hearing, lead, hemoglobin,
developmental, dental) within regulatory timelines.
- Collaborate with the management team to integrate health objectives into the overall
program service plan.
- Ensure all health, nutrition, mental health, and family partnership services provided to
pregnant women meet or exceed Head Start regulations.
- Coordinate prenatal and postpartum care referrals, promote early and regular prenatal
care, and provide support related to maternal health, fetal development, and postpartum
recovery.
- Oversee the implementation of culturally responsive and family-centered prenatal health
services, including support for breastfeeding, maternal mental health, and parent
education.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive nutrition services plan that meets all federal,
state, and local requirements.
- Ensure the integration of nutrition services into children's individualized health plans
and developmental goals, including those with special dietary needs, allergies, or
disabilities.
Staff Supervision & Training
- Supervise health services staff, including Early Head Start Health Advisor, Head Start
Health Specialists.
- Provide onboarding, professional development, and performance evaluations for health
team members.
- Ensure health staff maintain up-to-date professional practices.
- Develop and deliver training to Early Head Start staff on topics related to prenatal care,
perinatal mental health, high-risk pregnancies, and referral pathways.
- Support ongoing staff learning in collaboration with medical consultants, doulas, lactation
counselors, and other prenatal care professionals.
- Provide or coordinate staff training on topics such as childhood nutrition, responsive
feeding, food safety, allergen management, and supporting children with feeding
challenges.
- Ensure that all staff involved in food preparation and service receive up-to-date training
in hygiene and food handling, in compliance with local health regulations.
Family & Community Engagement
- Support families in navigating health systems and securing medical and dental homes.
Develop family education materials and conduct workshops on topics such as nutrition,
child safety, immunizations, and mental wellness.
- Establish partnerships with local health agencies, clinics, and providers to improve
access to services.
Partner with local OB/GYN providers, WIC programs, hospitals, and maternal health
organizations to facilitate comprehensive service access and continuity of care for
expectant families.
- Ensure pregnant women are supported in their transition to parenthood, including
assistance in accessing services for their newborns and preparing for the transition to
EHS infant services post-birth.
- Support nutrition education and promote healthy eating habits by collaborating with
family services staff and providing families with accessible resources and tools.
- Coordinate with community nutrition programs, such as WIC, to enhance family access
to nutritional support.
Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local health regulations and Head Start
standards.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the child and family health tracking
system (e.g., ChildPlus or similar database).
- Analyze health service data for continuous improvement and prepare required reports
for stakeholders and funding agencies.
- Monitor the delivery of services through regular review of health records, staff reports,
and direct supervision to ensure timely prenatal assessments, follow-ups, and
engagement with medical providers.
- Track outcomes and ensure documentation of individualized services for pregnant
women using the ChildPLUS data management system.
- Conduct periodic file audits and provide coaching or corrective action plans as needed
to address compliance gaps.
- Monitor meal service and classroom practices to ensure safe food handling, appropriate
portion sizes, and family-style dining practices that promote healthy habits.
- Conduct regular audits of nutrition records, meal counts, food production logs, and
dietary accommodations to ensure regulatory compliance and service quality.
- Ensure timely identification, documentation, and accommodation of special nutrition
needs, including obtaining medical documentation as required.
Health & Safety
- Oversee the implementation of safety procedures including emergency plans,
medication administration, hygiene, sanitation, and injury prevention.
- Monitor classroom environments for health and safety risks and ensure follow-up on
identified concerns.
Collaborate with facilities and education teams to support a healthy learning
environment.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Administration, or a related field
required (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of three years of progressive experience in public health, community health, or
pediatric services.
- Experience working with low-income populations and knowledge of early childhood
health preferred.
- Supervisory experience in a health or human services setting strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and child
health best practices.
- Strong understanding of child development, public health systems, and early intervention
services.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficient in health data systems (e.g., ChildPlus) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and across multidisciplinary teams.
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Additional Requirements:
- Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must
be dated within 1 year of hire date).
- School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by
Human Resources prior to hire date.
Working Conditions: This position may involve standing, walking, and active engagement
throughout the day. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
- Sitting for extended period of time
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
- Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and
supplies
- Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
- Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking
customers
- Hearing clearly
Adequate vision to perform duties
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The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional
duties may be assigned.
Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and
responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Director, Early Childhood Education
Department: Early Childhood Education
Position Schedule: 260 Day
Salary: Act 93, Grade 16 - starting between $66,248 to $94,640
Benefits: Act 93
To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, PDE
Teaching Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site .
Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other
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