Upbring
Health Director
Upbring, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
OverviewAbout UpbringAt Upbring,
we are servants
on a mission to break the cycle of child abuse.
We are warriors , brave as the thousands of Texas Children and families we serve. We stand up for those who can’t speak for themselves.
We are a family
who values innovation, empathy, patience, understanding and trustworthiness.* This is a hybrid position.Responsibilities
We Are Warriors |
We Set the Standards for Child EducationWork StandardsOversees and evaluates comprehensive health services for Head Start and Early Head Start programs, including up-to-date EPSDT state requirements, health follow-up on acute and chronic conditions, and medical and dental homes.Directs the planning, organizing, and implementation of health services and timelines.Uses research-based strategies to ensure that student progress is evaluated on a systematic basis and that the findings are used to make the health services program more effective.Oversees the referral process and follow up for all health-related concerns to ensure that all students receive ongoing comprehensive health services.Develops and maintains a system for external agency referrals and coordinates services, including memorandums of understanding with local health agencies, community agencies, and other early childhood intervention programs.Ensures the health and safety of each child in care and supports the overall well-being.Immediately addresses all concerns related to child health and safety.Ensures the determination of the child’s health status within the timelines mandated by the Head Start Performance Standard, schedules comprehensive screenings within forty-five (45) days and ninety (90) days, and implements follow-up treatment services as necessary.Complies with the company code of conduct and other applicable regulations and requirements, including Licensing Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Upbring policies, and procedures, Child Care Minimum Standards, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.Has a working knowledge of special education laws (IDEA) and civil rights laws (Section 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act) and the implications of these laws for Head Start programs as related to health services.Stays informed and works in tandem with Special Programs on the legal requirements for students with disabilities under Section 504 regarding health and nutrition.Works with teaching staff to develop, implement, and document the transition of children from special education programs.Participates in end-of-the-year Individual Family Service Plan/Individual Education Plan (IFSP/IEP) and 504 reviews for children transitioning to preschool or kindergarten.Assists the Head Start/Early Head Start program in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to respond to medical/dental/health emergencies of children and activities to meet the goals of the Program.Responsible for oversight of an effective Health Services Advisory Committee and assisting in the annual updates and comprehensive delivery of health care services, including medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition, in conjunction with the Policy Council and parents.Participates as a liaison for the School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) with local schools.Prepares monthly reports on program services and activities; submits all reporting requirements in a timely manner at the state and federal levels.Staff must not use/impose corporal punishment or other forms of child maltreatment as a method to discipline children.Fulfills the role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Policy.Reviews, approves, and signs off on all monthly and annual status reports.Approves time, absences, and mileage.Prepares, trains, and attends all professional development.Performs other activities as assigned.Fiscal Management
Compiles budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.Approves and forwards purchase orders for the health services department to the administrative assistant.Ensures the budget is allocated sufficiently to provide for children with special health needs as needed.We Are Servants | We Help OthersTeamwork
Addresses and collaborates with the employee’s supervisor regarding mitigating concerns: inclusive but not limited to classroom management, behavior management, child health and safety, child development, and any other concerns requiring intervention.Develops and maintains strong working relationships and partnerships with program leadership, management, and staff to ensure program goals and objectives are being met.Works closely with the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Coordinators, Center Leadership, and Corporate Human Resources to ensure Head Start regulations, licensing standards, and Agency policies and practices are managed and administered properly and efficiently and support the needs of Head Start.Manages, oversees, and collaborates with the health and nutrition staff to implement a comprehensive approach to addressing preventative and responsive measures for students with health needs.Provides technical consultation for school staff on specific strategies for supporting the learning needs of students who may have special health needs.Conducts regular meetings with school partners in collaboration with all directors and coordinators.We Are Family | We Are Passionate & Compassionate
Building Relationships
Works with area leaders and school leadership staff to ensure that policies and procedures reflect an understanding of the role of trauma in students and families.Serves as agency liaison to district leadership, community agencies, and advocates, providing services to students and notifying parents and students of available services.Participates in professional organizations and serves in the community.Articulates the agency's mission and goals to the community and solicits its support in realizing the mission.Uses appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.Works as a team player and exhibits professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices.Actively participates in exhibiting cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with children, parent(s)/guardian(s), staff, and the community.Developing & Engaging Others
Coaches and supports staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources to optimize performance, achieve established program goals, and achieve operational excellence.Communicates with direct reports in periodic one-on-one meetings.Organizes and delivers regularly scheduled staff meetings to communicate present, ongoing, and future updates of pertinent information, projects, and initiatives.Works closely with the management team to interview, hire, and onboard new employees who are strong cultural fits for Upbring.Works in collaboration with leadership and the Organizational Development and Culture Team to arrange training; when needed, coordinates and/or provides in-service training for staff development.Regularly reviews employee performance, including goals and progress, to provide developmental feedback: uses applicable agency development tools to facilitate growth and development in staff.Drafts and issues the 90-day and annual evaluations, along with supporting documentation, as per established procedures; works in collaboration with staff to set goals during evaluation periods.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Administration, Health Management, Health Education, Nursing, or other health-related field.Minimum three to five years of supervisory experience.Minimum of five to seven years experience and knowledge of Early Head Start and Head Start regulations.Minimum three to five years of experience and knowledge of state licensing.At a minimum, one to two years of working with or knowledge of CACFP requirements.Minimum of five years experience working with parents in a Health/Social Services setting, including demonstrated skills in the development of community health and nutrition.Minimum of five years experience in early childhood education and child development.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Administration, Health Management, Health Education, Nursing, or other health-related field.Seven or more years of professional and direct experience in healthcare administration, organizing, and implementing health services in a Head Start/Early Head Start program.Three or more years of experience and knowledge of the Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP).Three or more years of experience and knowledge of Child Development.Licensure, certification, or other relevant health credentials.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to identify internal/systematic issues and find solutions.Ability to use sound judgment and always maintain confidentiality.Strong verbal communication and presentation skills with the ability to positively convey a message.Ability to adapt training techniques and adult learning theory to various groups (different learning styles).Demonstrated knowledge of current social, educational, and economic issues as they relate to rural families.Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral and mental health services for children.Strong interpersonal and people skills with the ability to work independently within a team environment and with a diverse group of people.Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Perks at Upbring
Competitive PTO & paid holidays.Health, dental, vision insurance & more!403(b) Plan.Employee Assistance Program.24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services.Discounted Gym Memberships.Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging
We are a diverse and inclusive organization that recognizes our strength is in the efforts of our selfless warriors. Honoring and recognizing the value and dignity of all individuals is the cornerstone of our agency. The more diverse the individuals, thought processes, and lived experiences, the greater the opportunity is to combine unique perspectives to make a greater impact. Our trust, respect, and appreciation for one another is demonstrated through our communication, celebration of progress, and relentless effort to be at our best to fulfill our mission of breaking the cycle of child abuse.Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status.
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we are servants
on a mission to break the cycle of child abuse.
We are warriors , brave as the thousands of Texas Children and families we serve. We stand up for those who can’t speak for themselves.
We are a family
who values innovation, empathy, patience, understanding and trustworthiness.* This is a hybrid position.Responsibilities
We Are Warriors |
We Set the Standards for Child EducationWork StandardsOversees and evaluates comprehensive health services for Head Start and Early Head Start programs, including up-to-date EPSDT state requirements, health follow-up on acute and chronic conditions, and medical and dental homes.Directs the planning, organizing, and implementation of health services and timelines.Uses research-based strategies to ensure that student progress is evaluated on a systematic basis and that the findings are used to make the health services program more effective.Oversees the referral process and follow up for all health-related concerns to ensure that all students receive ongoing comprehensive health services.Develops and maintains a system for external agency referrals and coordinates services, including memorandums of understanding with local health agencies, community agencies, and other early childhood intervention programs.Ensures the health and safety of each child in care and supports the overall well-being.Immediately addresses all concerns related to child health and safety.Ensures the determination of the child’s health status within the timelines mandated by the Head Start Performance Standard, schedules comprehensive screenings within forty-five (45) days and ninety (90) days, and implements follow-up treatment services as necessary.Complies with the company code of conduct and other applicable regulations and requirements, including Licensing Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), Upbring policies, and procedures, Child Care Minimum Standards, and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.Has a working knowledge of special education laws (IDEA) and civil rights laws (Section 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act) and the implications of these laws for Head Start programs as related to health services.Stays informed and works in tandem with Special Programs on the legal requirements for students with disabilities under Section 504 regarding health and nutrition.Works with teaching staff to develop, implement, and document the transition of children from special education programs.Participates in end-of-the-year Individual Family Service Plan/Individual Education Plan (IFSP/IEP) and 504 reviews for children transitioning to preschool or kindergarten.Assists the Head Start/Early Head Start program in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to respond to medical/dental/health emergencies of children and activities to meet the goals of the Program.Responsible for oversight of an effective Health Services Advisory Committee and assisting in the annual updates and comprehensive delivery of health care services, including medical, dental, mental health, and nutrition, in conjunction with the Policy Council and parents.Participates as a liaison for the School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) with local schools.Prepares monthly reports on program services and activities; submits all reporting requirements in a timely manner at the state and federal levels.Staff must not use/impose corporal punishment or other forms of child maltreatment as a method to discipline children.Fulfills the role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Policy.Reviews, approves, and signs off on all monthly and annual status reports.Approves time, absences, and mileage.Prepares, trains, and attends all professional development.Performs other activities as assigned.Fiscal Management
Compiles budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.Approves and forwards purchase orders for the health services department to the administrative assistant.Ensures the budget is allocated sufficiently to provide for children with special health needs as needed.We Are Servants | We Help OthersTeamwork
Addresses and collaborates with the employee’s supervisor regarding mitigating concerns: inclusive but not limited to classroom management, behavior management, child health and safety, child development, and any other concerns requiring intervention.Develops and maintains strong working relationships and partnerships with program leadership, management, and staff to ensure program goals and objectives are being met.Works closely with the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Coordinators, Center Leadership, and Corporate Human Resources to ensure Head Start regulations, licensing standards, and Agency policies and practices are managed and administered properly and efficiently and support the needs of Head Start.Manages, oversees, and collaborates with the health and nutrition staff to implement a comprehensive approach to addressing preventative and responsive measures for students with health needs.Provides technical consultation for school staff on specific strategies for supporting the learning needs of students who may have special health needs.Conducts regular meetings with school partners in collaboration with all directors and coordinators.We Are Family | We Are Passionate & Compassionate
Building Relationships
Works with area leaders and school leadership staff to ensure that policies and procedures reflect an understanding of the role of trauma in students and families.Serves as agency liaison to district leadership, community agencies, and advocates, providing services to students and notifying parents and students of available services.Participates in professional organizations and serves in the community.Articulates the agency's mission and goals to the community and solicits its support in realizing the mission.Uses appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.Works as a team player and exhibits professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices.Actively participates in exhibiting cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with children, parent(s)/guardian(s), staff, and the community.Developing & Engaging Others
Coaches and supports staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources to optimize performance, achieve established program goals, and achieve operational excellence.Communicates with direct reports in periodic one-on-one meetings.Organizes and delivers regularly scheduled staff meetings to communicate present, ongoing, and future updates of pertinent information, projects, and initiatives.Works closely with the management team to interview, hire, and onboard new employees who are strong cultural fits for Upbring.Works in collaboration with leadership and the Organizational Development and Culture Team to arrange training; when needed, coordinates and/or provides in-service training for staff development.Regularly reviews employee performance, including goals and progress, to provide developmental feedback: uses applicable agency development tools to facilitate growth and development in staff.Drafts and issues the 90-day and annual evaluations, along with supporting documentation, as per established procedures; works in collaboration with staff to set goals during evaluation periods.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Administration, Health Management, Health Education, Nursing, or other health-related field.Minimum three to five years of supervisory experience.Minimum of five to seven years experience and knowledge of Early Head Start and Head Start regulations.Minimum three to five years of experience and knowledge of state licensing.At a minimum, one to two years of working with or knowledge of CACFP requirements.Minimum of five years experience working with parents in a Health/Social Services setting, including demonstrated skills in the development of community health and nutrition.Minimum of five years experience in early childhood education and child development.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health Administration, Health Management, Health Education, Nursing, or other health-related field.Seven or more years of professional and direct experience in healthcare administration, organizing, and implementing health services in a Head Start/Early Head Start program.Three or more years of experience and knowledge of the Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP).Three or more years of experience and knowledge of Child Development.Licensure, certification, or other relevant health credentials.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to identify internal/systematic issues and find solutions.Ability to use sound judgment and always maintain confidentiality.Strong verbal communication and presentation skills with the ability to positively convey a message.Ability to adapt training techniques and adult learning theory to various groups (different learning styles).Demonstrated knowledge of current social, educational, and economic issues as they relate to rural families.Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral and mental health services for children.Strong interpersonal and people skills with the ability to work independently within a team environment and with a diverse group of people.Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Perks at Upbring
Competitive PTO & paid holidays.Health, dental, vision insurance & more!403(b) Plan.Employee Assistance Program.24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling services.Discounted Gym Memberships.Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging
We are a diverse and inclusive organization that recognizes our strength is in the efforts of our selfless warriors. Honoring and recognizing the value and dignity of all individuals is the cornerstone of our agency. The more diverse the individuals, thought processes, and lived experiences, the greater the opportunity is to combine unique perspectives to make a greater impact. Our trust, respect, and appreciation for one another is demonstrated through our communication, celebration of progress, and relentless effort to be at our best to fulfill our mission of breaking the cycle of child abuse.Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status.
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