FLOYD COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY, INC
FLOYD COUNTY HEAD START BIRTH TO FIVE JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Health Assistant SUPERVISOR: School Nurse
(Hourly Employee 48W/49W & 40H)
This job description is a record of the essential functions of the listed job. The job description provides the employee, administration, human resources, applicants, and other agencies with a clear understanding of the job. Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth.
I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
A. Policy and Procedure Area
i. Collaborate with parents and providers to secure follow up/treatment, exams, and an ongoing source of medical and dental care within 30 days of the entry into the Head Start program.
ii. Assess sick children, including those with head lice and provide isolation when appropriate, but never leaving a sick child alone.
iii. Assist with the administration and storage of medications, ensuring proper policies and procedures are followed.
iv. Assist in meal preparation and serving in the absence of kitchen personnel.
v. Assist with parent trainings and workshops in the area of health/nutrition/safety.
vi. Assist with enrollment of participants into the program, helping to secure all needed health screenings, exams and information and document into the data tracking program.
vii. Complete appropriate referrals to community agencies/resources based on the health needs of the children and parents.
viii. Complete home visits under the direction of the supervisor.
ix. Ordering supplies under direction of direct supervisor following procedures and comparison shopping
x. Collaborate with the Supervisor in implementing developmentally appropriate health and nutrition experiences for classroom activities.
xi. Collaborate cooperatively with NAFC School System as directed by Supervisor.
xii. Collaborate with health assistant, home visitors, advocates and teachers to ensure all health needs are being communicated with the family.
B. Monitor, Tracking, and Record Keeping
i. Assist in the implementation of all early childhood health services:
Screenings-initial within 45 days of enrollment into the Head Start program and/or as directed
Maintain children's health records and assure confidentiality of these records.
Maintain height and weight measurements on each child as directed.
ii. Assist in maintaining USDA records: CACFP enrollment forms.
iii. Inventory and restock first aid kits and supplies as needed.
iv. Conduct CACFP site reviews as needed.
v. Maintain an ongoing system of health tracking via written files and computer files.
vi. Provide complete documentation monthly
C. Other Health Responsibilities
i. Other related duties as assigned and explained by the Health Manager, including but not limited to, virtual duties.
II. UNIVERSAL STANDARDS:
A. Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement and essential function of the job.
B. Positive relationships are developed with staff, parents, children and the community
C. Professional knowledge, skills and attitudes are enhanced by the utilization of opportunities and resources available,
D. Confidentiality will be maintained in accordance with federal, state and local regulations and agency policy.
E. Responsibilities are carried out to a successful completion
F. Desired results are achieved with children, parents, staff and community by effectively using all forms of communication
III. QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES)
a. High School diploma required. C.N.A. or Associates in Medical/Health preferred.
b. Highly organized with the ability to work unsupervised to accomplish tasks as needed.
c. Attention to detail, with accuracy in recordkeeping.
d. Dependability, punctuality, flexibility and time management skills are required.
e. Hold or obtain a First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire and maintain current certifications.
f. Ability to communicate with children, parents, community providers and staff in a professional manner.
g. Ability to safely and physically transport a preschool/toddler/infant child; vision and hearing adequate to supervise children.
h. Ability to be flexible; work as a member of a cooperative team, or independently when needed.
i. Computer literate, with skills sufficient to work in the tracking system and generate letters, etc.
Head Start Policy Council & Governing Board Approval: 6/1/2026
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL THE ABOVE. I HAVE REVIEWED THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES FOR WHICH I AM RESPONSIBLE, AS WELL AS THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION, WITH MY SUPERVISOR. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT AND THAT I AM EMPLOYED BY THE FCCAA HEAD START PROGRAM ON AN "AT WILL" BASIS.