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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced School Health Coordinator to join our educational institution. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive health programs that promote the physical and mental well-being of students and staff. This role requires a deep understanding of public health principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with educators, parents, and healthcare providers. The School Health Coordinator will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal health regulations, managing health records, and providing health education to the school community. The successful candidate will have a background in nursing, public health, or a related field, and possess strong communication and leadership skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of our school community, fostering a safe and supportive environment for learning and growth.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement comprehensive school health programs.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of health programs and initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations.
- Manage and maintain student health records.
- Coordinate with local health departments and healthcare providers.
- Provide health education and training to students, staff, and parents.
- Develop emergency response plans for health-related incidents.
- Conduct health screenings and immunization programs.
- Promote mental health awareness and support services.
- Collaborate with school counselors and psychologists.
- Manage health-related budgets and resources.
- Organize health fairs and wellness events.
- Develop policies and procedures for managing chronic health conditions.
- Provide first aid and emergency care as needed.
- Advocate for student health and wellness needs.
- Coordinate with food services to ensure nutritional standards are met.
- Develop and distribute health-related communications and materials.
- Participate in professional development and continuing education.
- Supervise and support school health staff.
- Report on health program outcomes to school administration.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, or a related field.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a school or public health setting.
- Strong understanding of public health principles and practices.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
- Knowledge of state and federal health regulations.
- Experience with health education and promotion.
- Ability to manage health records and data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and health management software.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Commitment to promoting health and wellness in a school setting.
- Experience with budget management and resource allocation.
- Ability to develop and implement health policies and procedures.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with developing and implementing health programs in a school setting?
- How do you ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a successful health initiative you have led?
- How do you handle confidential health information?
- What strategies do you use to promote mental health awareness in schools?
- How do you manage and prioritize multiple health-related projects?
- Can you describe your experience with health education and training?
- How do you collaborate with local health departments and healthcare providers?
- What is your approach to managing chronic health conditions in students?
- How do you handle emergency health situations in a school setting?
- Can you describe your experience with budget management and resource allocation?
- How do you stay current with developments in public health and school health?
- What is your experience with supervising and supporting health staff?
- How do you engage parents and the school community in health initiatives?
- Can you describe a time when you had to advocate for a student's health needs?
- How do you ensure that nutritional standards are met in school food services?
- What is your approach to developing health-related policies and procedures?
- How do you measure the effectiveness of health programs and initiatives?
- Can you describe your experience with health screenings and immunization programs?
- How do you handle conflicts or disagreements related to health policies in schools?