Health & Wellness Director

Company Description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

Responsible for the management of the health services department, including, medical, dental, and mental health care of students; environment health; disability programs; and the Trainee Employee Assistance Program (TEAP), in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives.

• Plans, coordinates, and directs the department’s administrative and wellness activities.
• Provides nursing services within the scope of practice for state-specific nurse practice act.
• Screens all medical and dental patients for the Center Physician, Dentist, Mental Health Consultant, vocational rehabilitation, and follow-up medical care.
• Corresponds with customers, parents or guardians, and social services agencies, as applicable.
•  Manages and conducts coordinated health care for students, including the pregnancy program, after-hours emergency care, family planning, TEAP, and other health-related programs; serves as the chair of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Manages record-keeping and reports on injuries, diseases, and disabilities of students. Serves as student ECOMP Reporter.
• Coordinates all phases of direct medical, dental, and mental health services for outpatients, inpatients, and off-center patients.
• Manages in-service training in health-related areas for all center departments.
• Supports the Safety Manager in planning and responding to environmental health inspections.
• Evaluates staff, provides staff training, and implements departmental and personnel changes, as approved by the Center Director.
• Develops and implements new and revised policies and procedures affecting health services.
• Reviews applicant files weekly.
• Coordinates the center disability program.
• Serves as the Center Reproductive Health Coordinator and oversee the Center Family Planning Services.
• Ensures Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) and other regulatory compliance.
• Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture on the center.
• Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
• Reports violations of ethical behavior.
• Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and reduction of waste.
• Identifies and reports environmental health and safety concerns.
• Supervisors all department activities through effective planning, staff training, time management, scheduling, and review.
• Manages departments resources and budget.
• Screens potential new hires and make recommendations for hire.
• Ensure data integrity and quality control through daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly audits.
• Submits reports and plans in a timely manner.
• Assesses personnel needs and works with the Human Resources department to screen and interview potential staff. Recommends promotions, transfers, and merit evaluations within the department. Conducts and prepares performance appraisals.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• Registered Nurse: active, unrestricted license to practice in the state where the center is located.
• Two years related experience.
• One year supervisory experience.
• Experience working with diverse youth.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.