Health Services Associate - Atlanta, United States - KIPP Metro Atlanta

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Job Description

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KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni.

KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates 11 schools including five primary schools, six middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life.

We are a social justice organization and our vision and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars.

Job Description


Job Overview:
The KIPP MAC seeks an experienced Health Services Assistant who will be responsible for

providing administrative coordination of health-related records to the region.

Reporting to the Director of Health Services, the Health Services Assistant will support KIPP Metro Atlanta schools in maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal health requirements and recordkeeping.

Job Responsibilities:
Drive immunization rates to goal of 100%
Consistently review Form 3300 to ensure all enrolled scholars with identified hearing, vision, dental, or BMI concerns have received appropriate follow up
Manage school-based health clinic enrollment to our respective goals to meet funders' expectations
Coordinate with school-based health clinic providers to ensure care coordination for registered scholars
Order and maintain inventory of

equipment and supplies required for position to ensure fiscal stewardship
Distribute resources such as thermometers and informative parent information packets
Consistently communicate data-driven findings to supervisor for direction
Communicate with families of scholars who are out of compliance and

provide them with information to attain and maintain compliance with state regulations
Maintain adequate records (sorting, filing, reviewing for completeness)
Participate in school and regional registration events
Coordinate with school and region registration personnel to ensure scholars have required health information on file at the school
Assist with screening programs and send routine notices to families
Provide Health Suite backup as needed
Other duties as delegated by the supervisor

Qualifications


Job Qualifications:
Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up and follow-through
Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to prioritize
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, demanding work environment
Excellent customer service; strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional work ethic; very reliable and responsible
Flexible, willing to learn and take on new responsibilities
Professional, friendly, and adaptable personality; strong ability to provide high-quality services to a wide variety of students (e.g. age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomics)
Ability to travel regionally and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
Possess or be willing to attain within three months of start date the following designation: Notary Public designation

Additional Information


Compensation:
Compensation for this role is

$41,000 .

The starting pay will depend on various factors that may include but are not limited to professional experience, education, training, and certifications.

KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools offers a competitive benefits package that includes:19 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to identified holidays and regular school breaks including Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Mid-Winter Break and Spring Break.

Comprehensive health insurance (medical and dental), life insurance and optional short- and long-term disability
Paid Parental Leave
Participation in Georgia retirement plan and an optional 403(b) retirement plan

Location & Work Conditions:

This position requires candidates to be based in Atlanta and regularly be in schools and able to attend in person meetings and events.

Additional in person time may be necessary based upon organizational needs.

Statement of Non-Discrimination:
KIPP Metro Atlanta is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school.

KIPP Metro Atlanta does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

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