What are the responsibilities and job description for the UCS Lead Medical Coordinator position at McKinley Children's Center?
McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about! We offer a great working environment and benefit package!
The Company: McKinley is a highly respected child welfare organization, conveniently located in the beautiful city of San Dimas, with 4 additional locations throughout Southern California. McKinley is nationally accredited, licensed by the California Department of Social Services, and is certified by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. McKinleys comprehensive array of programs and services which touch nearly 1,500 lives annually include short term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services and Special Education. McKinley is known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.
The Position: The role of the Lead Medical Coordinator is to plan, direct, coordinate and supervise Medical Coordinators and the delivery of health care services in the Unaccompanied Childrens Shelter (UCS).
Compensation and Benefits: The pay range were offering is $68,640 annually.
Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- we offer a company defined contribution of $580/month
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Credit Union Membership
- Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth
Qualifications:
- Supervisory experience of 1-2 years preferred
- Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse
- 1 year of child welfare experience required
- 3-5 Years of Mental Health Service Experience
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
- All Health Services Department Personnel who provide direct care are required to maintain competency in Basic Life Support, following the American Heart Association BLS Guidelines.
- A BLS Course must be successfully completed every 2 years.
- All BLS Courses must contain AED Training
VACCINATIONS REQUIRED: Be able to show proof of immunization or immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route, including:
- Varicella: two doses of varicella vaccine (at least four weeks apart) OR born in the United States before 1980 with a reported history of chickenpox (verified by an adult present at the time of illness) OR titers indicating varicella immunity OR documentation from a healthcare provider verifying previous infection.
- MMR: two doses of MMR vaccine (at least four weeks apart) OR titers indicating immunity to all three diseases.
- Tdap: one Tdap dose.
- Influenza: one dose annually during flu season.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the provision of direct care by the health services team to UCs in UCS, ensuring quality and compliance with established standards.
- Coordinate efforts to provide specialized care and support for UCs with specific medical needs, ensuring staff is trained to address these needs effectively.
- Lead the development and implementation of educational groups focused on wellness, STD awareness, sex education, etc., monitoring their impact and effectiveness.
- Guide the team in working with UCs to navigate healthcare procedures, such as immunizations, blood tests, and examinations, ensuring clear communication and support.
- Oversee the process of educating UCs about the effects of medications, ensuring the team provides accurate and comprehensible information.
- Ensure health summaries for UCs are accurately written and integrated into their overall treatment plans by supervising the documentation process.
- Manage the procurement and maintenance of medical supplies, ensuring the team has the necessary resources to provide care.
- Provide leadership and guidance to team members on medical care, medication administration, first aid, and wellness, ensuring they are well-informed and supported.
- Review and evaluate Incident Reports concerning client health, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA) and taking corrective action as necessary.
- Ensure the health services team complies with all governmental and company regulations, leading by example and enforcing standards.
- Oversee compliance with documentation standards and protocols for the UCS program, ensuring all required documentation is completed accurately and timely.
- Lead the participation of the health services team in the agencys Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) plan, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies.
- Perform supervisory duties, including staff training, performance evaluation, and team building, to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of health services.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Why Should You Apply?
- Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in peoples lives
- Competitive pay
- Several benefit options
- Employee tuition reimbursement
- Great training for staff
Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.
McKinleys response to COVID-19: The safety of the families, children, clients we serve as well as our valued team members is our priority. We want to make sure everyone at McKinley feels safe and welcomed. We are taking all the necessary precautions and safety measures to maintain a safe environment throughout our different locations. We are providing PPE to our team members and visitors along with practicing social distancing measures.
Salary : $68,640
