What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Health Aide position at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School?
- GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Office Manager, the School Health Aide is instrumental in creating a climate of health and well being in the school by: serving as a direct link among physicians, families and community health care service and agencies; providing relevant health instruction, counseling and guidance to parents, students and staff; and by upholding professional standards and diocesan policies.
- DUTIES OF THE JOB: Those tasks preceded by an asterisk (*) are essential functions of the job.
- Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; shows evidence of knowledge of the Catholic philosophy of education; promotes gospel values and Catholic moral teaching; upholds the doctrinal teaching of the Catholic Church; provides opportunities for the students to be prepared for life in today’s Church and society.
- Plans and implements school health programs in cooperation with administration.
- Provides health care services to students.
- Maintains accurate health records for all students as pertaining to diocesan policy
- Dispenses medication according to diocesan policy
- Keeps an accurate daily log of all student contacts
- Assists with attendance issues
- Participates in medical examinations as directed by diocesan or school policy
- Counsels students in good health habits
- Instructs classes in skills relating to health, first aid, and emergencies
- Participates in identifying and meeting social, emotional, and physical needs of students
- Continues professional development to remain current in field
- Performs any other job related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal
- REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Must have Arizona School Nurse Certification
- Must have experience in working with children and/or school health programs; genuine liking for and ability to work with children
- Must have current CPR certification
- Must be in good physical condition
- Must have initiative, creativity, and problem solving skills; judgment in handling different personalities and emerging situations; proficient communication skills with both children and adults; positive attitude in crisis situations and ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Must have knowledge and understanding of positive disciplinary techniques and child psychology
