Dental Assistant

North Hudson Community Action Corporation is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our dental team. Under the general direction of the dental provider, the Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials, and assisting during dental procedures. This position supports dental providers in delivering high-quality patient care and assists in all phases of dental treatment. This role requires travel to our health center locations throughout Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties.

Education /Exeperience Required

HS School Diploma or GED required – Dental Assistant Certificate preferred or minimum two years of experience – New Jersey Radiography License (or eligible) – Infection Control Certificate (or eligible)
Bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable.

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Under the supervision of the Chief Nutritionist, the Nutritionist provides nutrition assessments, counseling, and food package prescriptions for women, infants, and children participating in the WIC Program, in accordance with organizational and New Jersey Department of Health policies and procedures. The Nutritionist serves as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA), determines nutritional risk, provides nutrition and breastfeeding counseling, assigns appropriate food packages, and makes referrals to health and social services as needed.

Education Requirements:
Master’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Community Nutrition, Dietetics, Nutritional Science, or related field, or Registered Dietitian; OR Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics with DPD Verification Statement (Plan IV or V). 

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) performs both administrative and clinical duties; under the direction of the nurse, prepares patients for examination and treatment by health care provider. Interviews patients, reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment. Measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information in patients’ electronic health record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and may be required to prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. CMA will be proficient on the PCMH concept.

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required; 2 yrs community healthcare experience a plus, Certification in Medical Assistance and valid CPR certification required. 

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) performs both administrative and clinical duties; under the direction of the nurse, prepares patients for examination and treatment by health care provider. Interviews patients, reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment. Measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information in patients’ electronic health record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and may be required to prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. CMA will be proficient on the PCMH concept.

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required; 2 yrs community healthcare experience a plus, Certification in Medical Assistance and valid CPR certification required. 

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) performs both administrative and clinical duties; under the direction of the nurse, prepares patients for examination and treatment by health care provider. Interviews patients, reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment. Measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information in patients’ electronic health record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and may be required to prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. CMA will be proficient on the PCMH concept.

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required; 2 yrs community healthcare experience a plus, Certification in Medical Assistance and valid CPR certification required. 

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

We are seeking a licensed LPN to serve as the Health Services Manager for our Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This role oversees health, nutrition, and safety services for enrolled children and ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and applicable health regulations. 

The Health Services Manager will coordinate medical, dental, and nutrition services for enrolled children.
Monitor and maintain child health records and CACFP documentation to ensure compliance. Conduct health and safety monitoring and support environmental safety practices across program sites. Provide training and guidance to staff on health procedures, documentation, and child safety practices.
Work with families to support children’s preventive health care and wellness needs.

Required Credentials:  Valid/Active NJ LPN license.
Experience in pediatrics, community health, or early childhood programs preferred. Knowledge of Head Start health and safety standards is a plus. Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills required. Bilingual English/Spanish

Schedule: Temporary (3-6 months) – Full-time – 35 hours per week – Monday- through Friday. Able to travel to all 5 Head Start locations within Hudson County – Must have own means of transportation.

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Under the direction of the department’s Director of Mental Health, the Mental Health Facilitator organizes, performs and coordinates the delivery of mental health services to designated patients. Provide high quality, compassionate and ethical care to patients in outpatient setting. Provide resources, referral to patients, parents and family members involved in care. Communicate/follow-up with collaborating agencies (DCPP, schools, etc) Respond to crisis situations when necessary

BS/BA in Psychology required. MSW, MA, Social Service or Social Work preferred. Valid NJ License Social Worker. 1-2 year of experience in an Outpatients Mental Health setting. B-lingual (English/Spanish)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 – $62,000.00 per year

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

The  Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for diagnosing and treating human responses to actual or potential physical and emotional health problems, through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing, and executing medical regimens as prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or dentist. Diagnosing in the context of nursing practice means that identification of and discrimination between physical and psychosocial signs and symptoms essential to effective execution and management of the nursing regimen. Such diagnostic privilege is distinct from a medical diagnosis. Treating means selection and performance of those therapeutic measures essential to the effective management and execution of the nursing regimen. Human responses means those signs, symptoms, and processes which denote the individual’s health need or reaction to an actual or potential health problem. (NJBON Statutes: Title 45; Chapter 11). Under the direction of the Nursing Coordinator and/or Provider, the RN is responsible for the delegation of staff and delivery of patient care.

Licensed Registered Nurse, AA/AS or BSN, Community based healthcare experience, a plus. Valid NJ State RN license, CPR current certification. Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Must be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) performs both administrative and clinical duties; under the direction of the nurse, prepares patients for examination and treatment by health care provider. Interviews patients, reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment. Measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information in patients’ electronic health record. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and may be required to prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. CMA will be proficient on the PCMH concept.

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required; 2 yrs community healthcare experience a plus, Certification in Medical Assistance and valid CPR certification required. 

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19