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Health Aide

Centralia Elementary School DistrictBuena Park, CA, United States

25 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

HEALTH AIDE

Under the general supervision of the Site Administrator and technical direction of the District Nurse, independently provides a variety of health and health-related services to one or more students in a school or classroom setting, maintains health records, performs specialized health procedures, assists in the delivery of an Individualized Educational Program (IEP), provides instructional support in special day and or general education classrooms as directed, and performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION

Reports to : School Site Principal or his / her Designee

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in guiding student(s) or providing an example in the academic, social / emotional or psychomotor areas.
Supervises playground and physical education activities.
Assists pupils with personal care and physical problems such as toileting, feeding supervision, cleanliness; fulfills requirements of positioning, administering medications, dietary restrictions, and specialized physical health care services including, but not limited to catherization, gastrostomy feeding, suctioning, ostomy care, postural drainage, and tracheotomy care as specified by a child's physician and trained by the School Nurse.
May assist in the administration of various tests and measurements of student development.
Assists in providing programs to motivate students to develop to their fullest potential in social adaptation, pre-vocations, self-help, and daily living skills.
Assists teacher in the classroom and outdoor activities.
May be required to perform specific tasks as related to a child's Individualized Educational Program (IEP).
Completes reports required during the school year.
Must compile health data as required.
May ride bus and assist students with special needs.
Maintains necessary logs and records.
Works confidentially and with discretion.
Establishes and maintains good working relationships with others.
Participates in workshops and in-services as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school.

Applicable experience working with children.

Must pass proficiency test as legislated by the State of California.

Must possess Standard Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate or be able to qualify for same within a set period of time.

Must possess a California Drivers License and must submit to a Department of Motor Vehicle check as required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience or training in health services or related field.

One year of paid or two years volunteer experience working with children.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of general needs and behavior of children, including basic elements of child growth and development.

Knowledge of basic first aid procedures and medical terminology.

Knowledge of modern office practices with ability to prepare reports and maintain records.

Knowledge of basic aspects of various health programs and equipment.

Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Knowledge of procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.

Ability to deal effectively with children in situations requiring poise and patience.

Ability to learn and master specialized physical health care services.

Ability to administer first aid, CPR, and assist students with routine health care.

Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

Ability to analyze situations accurately and adapt an effective course of action.

Ability to handle emergency situations.

Ability to see and hear conditions relating to the safety of self and others.

Ability to speak in an indoor and outdoor setting well enough to project voice throughout classroom, playground and multipurpose room.

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move equipment, supplies and children up to 50 pounds.

Must be physically fit to lead and participate in a variety of vigorous activities.

Must have adequate body movement and mobility to stoop, stand, sit, bend, reach and climb.

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Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

The district office hours are from 8 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm and closed from 12 : 00 pm - 1 : 00 pm Monday - Friday.

The address is 7300 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620

If selected for the position you will need to complete the department of justice criminal background check prior to employment. Cost for this background check is $57.00 to be paid for by the applicant.

Nondiscrimination Statement

The Centralia Elementary School District (CESD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and educational services. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis and / or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans' status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination shall apply to both educational services and employment. The Office of Equal Opportunity is charged with overseeing, leading, and directing the CESD's efforts to meet the legal obligations set forth in state and federal civil rights laws and regulations in CESD employment and delivery of educational services. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the Human Resources office.

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Health Aide • Buena Park, CA, United States