Full Job Description
The Gadsden Job Corps Center, operated by Strategix Management, is a federally funded, residential vocational training program for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth aged 16-24, with over 120 locations across the U.
S.
(www.
JobCorps.
gov)
We are currently seeking a licensed and qualified Center Dental Hygienist for our Gadsden Job Corps Center located at 600 Valley Street, Gadsden, Alabama 35901.
Overview of Responsibilities:
The Center Dental Hygienist is responsible for assisting the Center Dentist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of the total Center Oral Health and Wellness program.
Assists the Center Dentist with performing dental services for students which includes assessment and diagnosis treatment, oral disease prevention and education, and establishing a referral system for students requiring specialty care:
Primary treatments include restorations, extractions, root canal therapy, replacement of missing anterior teeth, and dental hygiene treatments to treat periodontal disease.
Additional responsibilities include:
Participating in the coordination and integration of the oral health program with the wellness components, Center activities, and Center community activities.
Maintaining the accuracy and confidentiality of all required oral health and wellness.
Providing support to the students in acquiring and practicing the oral health related skills, knowledge, and attitudes that will make them employable.
We offer (1) licensed position at 8 hours per week.
Services are required for all weeks with the exception of the 2 week, Department of Labor (DOL) approved student Winter break.
The initial term would be March 1, 2024 through November 30, 2025 for the base period with 3 one-year option periods to follow if exercised.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position.
Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on organizational needs.
A detailed Statement of Work can be provided upon an interested response to this job posting.
Please submit your resume highlighting relevant experience to be considered for this position.
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
* Day shift
Ability to Relocate:
* Gadsden, AL 35901: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person