2024/2025 Health Assistant
1 month ago
This is a non-represented position
Projected Start Date: Approximately August 26, 2024. Exact date to be determined by the district.
7.5 hours per week
Salary Range 10 $21.64 to $29.65/hour
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.
The hours will be 3.75 hours per day (10:45 - 2:30) on Tuesday and Thursday on student contact days.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.
POSITION SUMMARY: The School Health Assistant assists school personnel with specific student health issues and performs clerical duties for the Health Room. This position handles sensitive and confidential issues, requiring excellent communication skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification Experience Required: Prior job-related experience with increasing responsibility Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance; Current First Aid/CPR Certificates.
Knowledge of: Rules and regulations related to assigned school Statistical record keeping Customer service principles, protocols, and methods
Skill in: Operating medical equipment such as digital thermometers, nebulizers, glucometers, insulin pens/syringes, scales, inhalers, AEDs, and auto-injectors Operating standard office equipment as well as computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing, database, spreadsheet) Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling, grammar and punctuation) Understanding and carry out verbal and written instructions Functioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team Planning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision Handling multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously Developing effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community Administering first aid Interacting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides basic first aid and emergency care for illness or injury and refer emergency situations to district nurse, administration, parents, appropriate emergency medical personnel and appropriate support personnel Monitor student health status during periods of short-term rest or recovery in the health room Collects and maintains data and records on student health issues as required by the district, state, and federal regulations Provides delegated health care tasks for students with chronic health problems Where appropriate, administers medication to students following District and school protocols under the direction and training of the school nurse Keeps accurate records of medication brought to the health room Notify nurse and/or parents of medication-related updates or changes such as orders, treatments, practitioner orders, needed refills/pick-ups, expired medication, etc. Assists other school personnel with health screenings Prepare medications, supplies, and precautions, consult/communicate with teacher and assess need for staff training for field trips Monitor students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, transportation, field trips) for the purpose of providing care as defined by student health plans and monitoring of student needs Maintains and updates student health records Maintains appropriate student records for student health histories Collects immunization and tuberculosis data Composes reports and documents for administrators and other school staff regarding student health issues Manages health related referrals from other school staff members Processes documents and materials for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties Orders necessary supplies for the health room and other materials as requested Communicate effectively with parents related to student health issues Assist with physically transferring students from wheelchairs, mats, or other positioning equipment
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Cross-trains in a variety of office functions and assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities within scope of pay range and job description Assist in general office duties to include answering phones, directing calls, providing proper information, taking messages, preparing and distributing forms and correspondence and ordering supplies Performs selected tasks from School Health Management Plan as delegated and supervised by the Registered Nurse Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to: o sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time
o talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment
o use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as
keyboarding
o reach for and handle objects
o use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust
focusFocus on a computer screen Bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion
WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS: Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed. Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information about students, staff, and parents Exercising prudent judgment Work independently in the performance of routine duties Utilize the District’s electronic systems and applications only as related to the position Follow all District policies and work procedures, as well as federal and state regulations Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position If employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and/or communicating orally in the second language may be requested Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
*Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position. All employees hired by the District into a position not requiring licensure must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history check completed. The cost is $71.50 and is the responsibility of the employee. This employment is considered probationary pending return of the criminal records check from the FBI and Oregon State Police through the Oregon Department of Education.
Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.
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