What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Center Director position at North Mississippi Health Services?
Posting Description At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” We aim to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people who form incredible connections with our patients and families. We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you unique—your talents, perspectives, and passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. You know what connected feels like when you are part of our team. #WhatConnectsYou #NMHSConnections Job Description Essential Functions: List major areas of responsibility and briefly what the person does in each area. Basic Requirements: Oversees the overall operations and management of Child Care Center. Supervise all personnel in a fair and consistent manner. Develop and adhere to the approved budget. Works daily with the office manager, lead teachers, special programs teacher, school age coordinator and food service coordinator in the overall management of the Child Care Center. Evaluates reporting personnel annually. Interacts with internal and external customers effectively and works to meet and exceed their expectations. Demonstrates adherence to NMHS= Mission, Vision, and Values Statement and to Service Excellence Standards and serves as a role model to staff. Individual understands and ensures regulatory and code compliance (JCAHO, state licensing, OSHA, etc and NAEYC Guidelines.) Communications: Ensures effective communication throughout the department. Strives to meet all internal and external customer’s needs and expectations. Must be polite and respond appropriately with all internal and external customers. Communicates with parents in an open and honest manner while using tact and discretion. Must make sure Child Care Center Staff are ensuring a happy, safe and stimulating environment. Budget: Approve purchasing all major/minor education supplies. Manage the revenue and expenses to work with approved budget. Uses their time wisely and on call 24/7 for emergency situations. Know How Job Knowledge: Specify required education, licensure/certification, prior experience, skill, behavior, equipment operation, type and duration of on-the-job training, patient population to be served, etc. Must have bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field and a minimum of 5 years experience in childcare. Current MDHS DECCD Child Care Director’s Credential or MDHS OCY Director’s Child Care Credential; required or willing to obtain within 6 months of assuming the position. Good organizational skills, communication skills, and budget management skills are essential. Must have ability to communicate effectively orally. Ability to follow oral instructions. Must participate in 15 hours of staff development to retain this position. Ability to be able to read and write English is desirable. Knowledge of childhood illnesses and diseases is also desirable.
