Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY
KIPP Texas Student Support Services (S3) is a multi-disciplinary network of general and special educators, counselors, social workers, nurses and clinic assistants. The S3 team exists to prevent, respond to, and minimize the barriers to learning that KIPP Texas students may experience. The S3 Clinic Coordinator provides will work collaboratively with all campus-based staff and will oversee the provision of School Health Services for their assigned schools in Dallas.
This position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas by promoting and protecting the optimal health status of KIPP students and faculty.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The S3 Clinic Coordinator will:
Report regional data from mandated health screenings to the Director of Student Wellness and conducting these screenings and subsequent data input.
Monitor student health plans and services provided to students with chronic illnesses in the region
Participate, with members of the S3 team, in developing workshops for teachers and faculty on health-related topics
Track and record student health, immunization data and medication administration for their assigned schools.
Conduct Medication administration and support in health relates meetings at assigned schools
Keep the Director of S3 informed of regional School Health needs on a routine basis
Provide technical support to all front office staff as well as input to school leaders regarding front office supports.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing
Excellent interpersonal skills; Experience collaborating with team members
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in diagnosis and decision-making
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
Proven written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children
Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and school personnel is essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
Education and Knowledge
GED Diploma
Certified Medical Assistant Certification
CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification
Vision/Hearing Screening Certification
Participates in the surveillance and prevention of communicable diseases. Complies with reporting guidelines.
Educates students, family members and faculty. Promotes a wellness environment and ensures the health, comfort and safety of students.
Acanthosis Nigricans Screening Certification
Trained Scoliosis screener
Understanding of child growth and development
Understanding of basic health care procedures
Preferred but not Required
3 years of certified medical assistant experience; experience working with children with disabilities preferred. At least one of these years in a school setting.
Bilingual Spanish/English
Additional Information
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive salary scale, a part of KIPP Texas’ competitive benefits options, KIPP offers all employees an $0 HMO plan for the employee only. In addition to our $0 plan, KIPP provides a $600 employer contribution towards a Health Savings Account and a variety of other supplemental benefits such as Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Life, etc.