school health aide - Chelsea, MA, United States - Chelsea Public Schools

Description

About Chelsea Public Schools:

The Chelsea Public Schools (CPS) is a gateway school system that welcomes and educates all students and families. In CPS, we believe all children are capable of achieving their personal best by ensuring a safe and supportive environment for school and classroom environments. The school system educates over 6,200 students in 11 schools, including a pre-K-1st grade school, 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, a virtual school, and 2 high schools. CPS is a culturally responsive school district. We believe that students learn best when they are engaged in meaningful relationships that fosters and promotes high expectations and risk taking. We are a district of multilingual students where languages are an asset to student development and growth. More information about CPS can be found on our website at

Statement of Duties:

Under the supervision of the School Nurse, assists in performing non- professional aspects of the school health program as determined by the Manager of Health Services/School Nurse. Aids in the health care needs of students and staff, translates for the School Nurse and other School officials for the student or parent of student in relaying health

related statements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in health care activities as directed
• Translates accurately for students or parents who speak Spanish
• Assists the School Nurse in mandated screenings and related tasks, i.e., recording results, sending appropriate notifications to parents/guardians, etc.
• Weighs and measures students and completes measurement graphs
• Provides first aid care to students with minor injuries
• Reports all illnesses and injuries to the School Nurse for professional review, care, and/or follow-up
• Contacts parents of ill or injured children
• Greets and screens office visitors and answers phone
• Records health information i.e. results of various screening tests, immunization facts, etc.
• Maintains a current master file of student health emergency information
• Sends health related notices to parents; sends information requests, tabulate returns and follow up on non-respondents
• Provides on-going communication to the School Nurse regarding the status of health notices
• Use office software to perform record keeping tasks and to perform clerical functions
• Maintains certifications in CPR and First Aid
• Maintains confidentiality of students and staff

Qualifications Preferred:

• Minimum High school diploma or its equivalent
  
  Bilingual - fluent in English/Spanish - verbal and written
  
  Certification in CPR and First Aid - preferred
  
  Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  
  Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
  
  Demonstrated technology capabilities
  
  Understanding and capability of maintaining confidentiality in health information

Required for Consideration:

• Completed Chelsea Public Schools application and CORI Form
• Letter and Resume
• Transcripts if applicable

Terms:

School Year position 30 hours per week. See CPS website for salary information.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Chelsea Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.