Part Time Head Start Health Aide

Jefferson County CO•Arvada, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Start Health Aide provides direct care and support to Head Start students with medical needs during the school day. Under the direction of the school nurse, the aide assists with health-related tasks, monitors students’ medical conditions, supports daily living needs, and follows individualized healthcare plans and safety protocols. The role collaborates with school staff and families to support students’ health, safety, comfort, and access to learning. Duties also include assisting with meal preparation and distribution and, occasionally, providing child care and classroom support. This is a temporary, non-benefited position, scheduled approximately 20–30 hours per week, up to 130 hours per month, Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The primary location is Arvada. The position is temporary, with summers off and the possibility of renewal each school year. The hiring range is $19.89–$25.00 per hour, with compensation based on education, experience, and skills. Employees can earn one hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours. Head Start is a no-cost, inclusive, child-focused and family-centered early-childhood program serving children ages 0–5, with individualized education, developmental, health, nutrition, family-support, and parent-education services. The program offers on-site professional development during work hours, individualized coaching, and a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Complete required training in universal precautions, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and food safety certification within the first 30 days of hire.
Obtain a physical examination and tuberculosis test at hire.
Be able to stand and walk for the entire shift, frequently carry or lift loads greater than 35 pounds, and occasionally transport up to 50 pounds.
A valid Colorado driver’s license is required within 30 days of hire for positions that drive on County business.

Nice To Haves

Additional healthcare education or training.
Experience working with children, students with disabilities, or individuals with medical or special healthcare needs.
Additional certifications depending on student medical needs.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Food-service experience.
Reliability and flexibility as a team player.
Basic math skills.
Excellent customer-service skills.
Awareness of local, state, and federal food-safety and sanitation laws.
Understanding of the proper use and maintenance of major kitchen equipment.
Passion for the education of young children.

Responsibilities

Assist with meal preparation, including portioning food according to Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines.
Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature-control procedures.
Prepare, organize, and distribute meals and snacks to classrooms in a timely manner.
Assist students with medical needs, personal care, mobility, toileting, feeding, and other activities of daily living.
Perform delegated health-related tasks, such as blood glucose monitoring and seizure response, as trained and authorized.
Maintain a safe and supportive environment and document care and observations as required.
Protect student confidentiality and communicate effectively with the school nurse and school staff.
Occasionally provide child care, including supervising children, participating in classroom activities, and supporting learning and play activities.
Follow Head Start policies, procedures, performance standards, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.