Director, Student Health and Wellness
Prince William County Public Schools - Manassas, Virginia
Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) is the second largest School Division in Virginia. The Division serves more than 89,000 students in 100 schools and learning centers. PWCS is the 34th largest school district in the nation, encompassing a wide-ranging demographic foundation. PWCS has over 18,000 employees—including over 7,500 dedicated teachers. Students and parents speak more than 144 languages and represent 121 countries. #YouBelongHere
Description:
This position is responsible for the administration and supervision of those services that promote a positive school experience with a focus on student health and whole child wellness. The areas of oversight include; School Social Work Services, School Age Child Care, Student Health Services and Student Prevention Programs and Family Assistance.
Essential Responsibilities:
Create and nurture a workplace culture aligned with the district’s mission and vision
•Manages the hiring, assignment, supervision, evaluation, and professional development of the Health and Wellness Department supervisors and their direct reports which include school social workers, attendance officers, school nurses and school age child care staff
•Leads the delivery of services provided to schools and in the areas of mandatory school attendance, school social work services, school health services, and other areas of focus that promote wellness in students
•Provides leadership and oversight for telehealth service partners and the implementation of any telehealth services in the school division. Supervision and oversight of school-based student health services delivered by school nurses to include the creation of health treatment plans for management of student illness during the school day
•Supervision and oversight for Homebound Services to ensure compliance with compulsory school attendance and residency requirements and the provision of effective homebound and homebased instruction
•Collaborate with community organizations to provide essential resources and support
•Oversees school division school age child care program contract to include monitoring of accommodations for students with diverse needs in the child care setting
•Forge strategic partnerships with local businesses, non-profits, and stakeholders to strengthen community support for student wellness
•Lead, manage, and monitor district attendance and outreach services and develop and implement innovative programs and procedures to promote consistent attendance
•Collaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners to address attendance challenges effectively
•Implements, monitors, consults, and revises policies and regulations related to areas of supervision
•Supervises the development of curriculum, programs, and professional development in the areas of school health services, school social work services, school age child care, and student assistance and prevention services
•Develops and manages the Health and Wellness Department’s budget
•Provides support and consultation for grant proposal development in Health and Wellness Department’s areas
•Collaborates and consults with community agencies regarding the services provided to students and families and oversee the development of Memorandum of Understandings to guide these partnerships
•Provides leadership for the effective communication and collaboration of Health and Wellness Department’s matters using available technology and media resources
•Participates in programs and conferences sponsored by the local, state, and national organization
•Responsible for oversight of annual training for areas supervised
•Oversees the maintenance of appropriate records and completion of local and state reports
Qualifications
Minimum requirements include a degree or coursework commensurate to a master’s degree in education administration, master’s of social work (MSW), counseling, educational psychology, nursing or public health and three (3) years' experience working in public schools as mental health professional or school leader, (school social work, school psychology, school counseling, or student health preferred) or working in other public sector organizations which render healthcare and mental health services to include social service agencies and local health districts and three (3) years' administrative or supervisory experience: school or central office administrative experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Behaviors:
•Knowledge of principles and practices of public-school administration, administrative methods and techniques, and trends in public school education
•The ability to direct and coordinate the activities of the local School Division, to plan and supervise the work of others, to speak and write effectively, and to develop effective working relationships with community and governmental leaders, staff, and the general public
•Demonstrated experience in developing and tracking budgets
•Knowledge of state and federal statutes, regulations, and rules relating to areas of supervision
•Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines
•Strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills
•Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds
•Demonstrate the leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with administrators, students, parents, staff, and public
Salary Range
Grade 20: $117,723 - $225,569 per year (competitive benefits)