Administrative Assistant/Health - Nutrition Services - Head Start

Position type: General Head Start/Administrative Assistant/Health & Nutrition Svcs.

Date posted: 6/15/2026

Location: BCIU Administration Main Office

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position :

The administrative assistant works as a member of the Head Start Health Team to coordinate the efficient implementation of the health and nutrition service areas of the Head Start Program.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

Attend Health Advisory Committee meetings as a resource and support person.

Support Health/Nutrition Specialist in obtaining medical information from families, clinics, agencies, and physicians regarding children by tracking, filing, generating form letters, etc.

Responsible for seeing that needed medical, nutrition, and dental supplies are distributed to the centers.

Assist with year-end paperwork

Assist with inventory and ordering of medical/dental supplies.

Qualifications:

Two-year degree in a health or business-related field or CNA/Program Certificate in health services or business-related field with 2 years' experience or high school diploma/G.E.D., plus 4 years' experience in a related field.

Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc.

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects concurrently and to organize and prioritize work to meet all deadlines.

Schedule:

Full-time, 35 hours/week, 12 months/year

Salary:

$22.51-$24.52/hour (salary based on education level) Per Head Start Salary Scale

Benefits Included:

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Long term disability

Life insurance

Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System

Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions

Attachment(s):

HS Administrative Assistant - Health Nutrition 06202024.doc

This position was posted by Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU Administration Main Office). Apply through the official website using the link on this page.