Children's Services Coordinator - Health & Nutrition

PAY RANGE: $60,301.54 - $63,967.80 annually, dependent on education

JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / HEALTH / ADMINISTRATION 

POSITION SUMMARY: This position facilitates health (medical and dental), nutrition and child safety services for children and families in the Early Childhood and Health content areas of the Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards. Does not involve provision of direct services in the health or nutrition areas. When the Coordinator is not a registered Dietician or Nutritionist, they must be supported by a consultant who has these qualifications.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS degree in a health or nutrition field or a closely related field required. A degree is considered related only when it includes six or more courses in the health or nutrition field.
• One year experience working with young children and families.
• Registered dietician or nutritionist preferred.
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish or Navajo preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:

• Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies).
• TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).

In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A (g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires:

• Criminal Background Checks.

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

• Mission-driven organization
• Competitive salaries
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision insurance  
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program
• Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability