What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Specialist/RN position at Community, Work & Independence Inc?
TITLE: Health Services Specialist
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Benefited Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, Some Flexibility required
Health Services Specialist/RN Position Concept:
The Health Services Specialist shall have the basic responsibility for the health care of program participants, the implementation of program participant health services.
Responsibilities of The Health Services Specialist/RN:
- Implementing a participant health care education program.
- Reviewing and maintaining participant medical records.
- Performing participant intake assessments in the area of health.
- Act as liaison with family physicians, dentists and other consultants in the health field including other community health agencies.
- At the discretion of the Department Head, be assigned to specific participant service areas(s) and thereby be responsible for health needs assessments, development of service plans, implementation of service plans, documentation and records maintenance.
- Submit necessary reports.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Head.
- Take part in any in-service training as offered by the agency and attend meetings as requested.
Position Qualifications:
Registered Nurse with New York State License. One year of experience preferred. Additional experience with the developmentally disabled is desired.
EEO Statement: CWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.
