Grantee Health and Data Technician (10-months
$42,120–$42,120 year
HybridCincinnati, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Conduct child health screenings, including vision and hearing assessments, ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards within 45 days of enrollment. Coordinate screening outcomes and referrals with Family Services Workers while maintaining accurate documentation of outreach efforts in Child Plus or similar data systems. Collaborate with teachers and specialists to develop individualized support plans and contribute insights during case reviews and interdisciplinary meetings. Manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, adhering to timelines for data entry and program procedures. Travel to various Head Start centers and partner agencies as needed, lifting children and engaging with families in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree or higher in Health, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field
- At least one (1) year of experience working in a health, early childhood, or human services program
- Demonstrated experience conducting or supporting child health screenings (vision, hearing, growth, or similar)
- Knowledge of or ability to learn Head Start Performance Standards and program health requirements
- Experience with electronic data systems for documentation and reporting
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet required timelines
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain accurate, confidential records in compliance with program policies and federal regulations
- Analytical skills - able to compile, assess and act on data
- Communication – able to effectively exchange information with others through verbal, nonverbal, and written methods
- Organization – able to multi-task, prioritize work and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Problem-solving - can effectively recognize, assess and resolve issues
- A valid driver's license and valid automobile insurance
- Reliable Wi-Fi access to support remote work as needed
- Must pass a background screening and have a current physical
- Must be able to lift a 20-60 lb. child, using all safety precautions
- Walk, bend, kneel, and reach
- Stand, sit, and play with infants and toddlers for long periods of time
- Conduct both outdoor and indoor activities, in both warm and cold temperatures
- Talk, hear, and communicate with parents
- See and be able to read, write, and interpret written documents
- Must be available for some evening or weekend availability as needed
- Planned and unplanned travel to and from Head Start Center and other C-HCCAA or meeting/conference locations, including overnight and/or out of town travel
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Health, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field
- Experience working in a Head Start or Early Head Start setting
- Proficiency in Child Plus or similar data management systems
- Child Plus experience
- Passion for service to the community
- Compassion for others – empathy, respect, caring, kindness
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Engage in ongoing professional learning related to child development, trauma-informed care, positive behavior support, and early childhood intervention
- Stay up to date on Head Start Performance Standards and Child Plus
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