The FocusFirst Team Leads manage the implementation of the FocusFirst vision screening initiative in the regional service area, with special focus given to training, scheduling, community partner relationships, and program logistics. The Team Leads collaborate with Impact America regional staff, FocusFirst Director, and community partners to create and implement a plan for annual vision screenings, ensuring program targets are met. Screenings take place during the academic year between August and May, and follow-up care is provided by local eye care providers in coordination with Sight Savers America.
Position available in Memphis, TN.
Service Activities
-Trains Service Members on aspects of FocusFirst screening and processing and provides ongoing support to
-Service Members in these areas
-Schedules vision screenings
-Makes phone calls to childcare centers and keeps track of all screening details
-Collaborates with Program Manager to make screening assignments
-Keeps track of scheduling requirements
-Prepares and mails screening packets to child care centers in advance of the screening, or organizes Service
-Members to complete this task
-Prepares screening assignment forms for Service Members in advance of the screening
-Compiles program data within Regional Office
-Manages the Quality Review process for all FocusFirst results packets before returning packets to childcare centers
-Maintains inventory of vision screening equipment and supplies in the local office and communicates with national office regarding any equipment issues
-Provides consistent communication with local community partners
-Participates in local health advisory boards and other opportunities to build and strengthen the program’s community presence
-Assist with outreach to childcare centers within their office’s service footprint as needed
-Supports various aspects of volunteer management, including recruitment, building long-term relationships, volunteer communication, training, scheduling, and recognition. May include supervision of college student work studies in some regions.
-Identify and develops ways to improve the overall FocusFirst experience in collaboration with the National Team Lead and FocusFirst Director
-Updates region-specific team leader playbook throughout the service year
-Conducts FocusFirst screenings on an as-needed basis
Community Need Addressed
FocusFirst ensures that children in urban and rural communities receive comprehensive vision care during their crucial formative years.
Position Outcomes
AmeriCorps Members serving with Impact America screen more than 68,00 children through our FocusFirst initiative.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Meals when providing service outside of your home county, Mileage reimbursement when driving your personal car for service, All travel costs during overnight trips (hotel, rental car, meals), Professional development
Skills you will gain
Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Effective Communication
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel
Teamwork
Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented
Tools
Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization