Molalla River School District is actively recruiting for a Student Health Services Supervisor.
2020-21 School Year
The position will remain open until filled.
DEPARTMENT & PROGRAM: Supported Education
WORK YEAR: 260-day contract | 12 months
SALARY | PLACEMENT: Non (TSPC) Licensed Supervisor
SUPERVISED BY: Director, Supported Education
ASSOCIATION: Non-represented, Meet & Confer
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:
The Student Health Services Supervisor addresses the health needs of students in MRSD schools, including physical, mental and social-emotional health. The position has responsibility to serve buildings throughout the district to coordinate the delivery of consult, direct and indirect health care to students and administer the school nursing program. The Student Health Services Supervisor will also coordinate development of health protocols and all state reporting for health related collections.
The School Health Services Supervisor works collaboratively with all district departments to provide a full array of health and mental health consultation and services to MRSD schools and acts as liaison to stakeholder organizations and groups throughout the county and state. The position manages the contracts for all service providers with a health focus, such as school based mental health and addiction treatment. All services are provided within the context of standards of nursing practice and in accordance with State laws and regulations and district policies and procedures.
The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to
equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Employees who hold this position may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Consults and provides direct nursing services to MRSD schools in regard to their student health programs to provide
recommendations on best practices;
2. Evaluates services in the school health program(s) to lead improvements for comprehensive services for students;
3. Manages all health services in the school district to include:
? Managing nursing staff (school district nurse and 1:1 nursing dependent)
? Coordinating and training staff on delegated care.
? Administering and managing School Based Mental Health, addiction services and Prevention contract through partner
agencies and County Behavioral Health.
? Coordinating administration of Plan to address SB 52, Adi’s act; Prevention, Intervention and Postvention of Suicide Risk for
students.
? Leading, managing and coordinating employee wellness program.
? Managing and coordinating the medicaid billing program for direct bill.
? Managing and coordinating Medicaid Administrative Claiming system and revenue.
? Other duties as assigned.
4. Liaisons with local and state officials regarding opportunities to increase health services to produce equitable outcomes for students;
5. Collaborates with groups and individuals who are stakeholders in student and community health;
6. Attains and integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical competency, including appropriate technology and service
delivery;
7. Coordinates delivery of school health services, including health screenings, communicable disease control, health education, and
environmental monitoring;
8. Develops nursing programs, policies, procedures and standards, recommendations regarding statistical requirements,
program changes and staffing to ensure quality;
9. Provides health guidance to prepare students to participate knowledgeably in their own health care;
10. Provides and incorporates new nursing theory into clinical practice;
11. Initiates, facilitates, and interprets preventative, developmental and diagnostic procedures within the
field of practice;
12. Directs staff development activities including individual guidance and recommendations for staff education and in-service;
13. Attends staff development programs and clinical practice seminars as needed;
14. Serves on advisory committees/consultation for health accommodations necessary to support student individual education care
plans (i.e. 504 and IEP);
15. Assists in the formulation of a district’s wellness and health program including: nutrition services, health services, health and safe
school environment, and parent, community involvement, and health education;
16. Maintains knowledge of the documentation requirements for all state and federally mandated student health records including
physical examinations and immunizations required by law;
17. Supervises the reporting of any known or suspected communicable disease cases to the local health department;
18. Maintains working knowledge of applicable laws and nursing practice regulations and standards;
19. Maintains valid driver’s license and vehicle available for use on the job;
20. Proficiently navigates internal and external data systems, including data entry and report production pertinent to delivery of school health services;
21. Maintains regular attendance and promptness in reporting for duty, as well as timeliness in submitting required reports and other professional paperwork;
22. Reflects on current performance, identifies professional goals and participates in staff development activities which contribute to individual and system wide improvement;
23. Complies with District and State standards of professional conduct;
24. Corresponds with district staff and stakeholders via email;
25. May be asked to translate, if applicable
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Follows and supports district and program values, policies, procedures and requirements.
2. Works cooperatively and harmoniously with families, coworkers, supervisors and community partners of diverse backgrounds.
3. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional development activities.
4. Maintains regular communications including checking and replying to work email on a regular daily basis.
5. Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
6. Performs other duties as may be assigned.
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:
1. CULTURAL RESPONSIVENESS: Actively demonstrates a commitment to supporting equity and inclusion, and serves as an
advocate with colleagues, partners, and communities.
2. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and district objectives, and
delivering results. Sets high standards of shared performance for self and others.
3. ACCURACY AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL: Ensures work is thoughtfully completed, accurate, and error-free to the highest
degree possible.
4. PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, AND PRIORITIZATION: Assesses the work to be performed and considers how it should be
organized and accomplished, with appropriate priorities and realistic time parameters.
5. RECORDKEEPING AND DOCUMENTATION: Gathers, organizes, and maintains records, following confidential information
and security protocols as needed. Accurately documents relevant/essential actions, processes, and practices.
6. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals and make decisions.
7. COMMUNICATION: Maintains a high standard of written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present to diverse
audiences, specifically individuals of differing abilities and racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Registered Nurse through the Oregon State Board of Nursing
2. Three (3) years of nursing experience in a public health setting
3. Bachelor’s Degree (required) in Public Health, Nursing, Nutrition/Dietetics, Social Work, Health Education, Public
Administration or other similar field or related professional experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s Degree (preferred) in in Public Health, Nursing, Nutrition/Dietetics, Social Work, Health Education, Public
Administration or other similar field or related professional experience
2. Written and oral communication skills and proficiency in Spanish
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