Health Aide

Village of Whitefish Bay•Wisconsin 53217, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, ten-month position aligned with the student attendance calendar. The Health Aide is responsible for identifying the health needs of students and personnel, administering first aid, and maintaining health records. The role requires maintaining confidentiality, responding to health situations, and communicating with the District Health Nurse. The position also involves assisting with student records, communicating with parents, and administering medications according to policy. The Health Aide must compile statistics for state requirements and assist with projects as directed.

Requirements

Experience and enjoyment working with children
High School Diploma or equivalent degree
Typing, computer, and other clerical skills, helpful
Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google
Ability to be meticulous in monitoring numerous details
Ability to organize, multi-task, prioritize work with minimal supervision
Flexibility with the ability to deal with frequent interruptions
Hold a positive attitude
Ability to establish and maintain positive rapport and communication with students, parents/guardians, and staff
Ability to work cooperatively with peers

Responsibilities

Maintain high degree of confidentiality of District, school, student/family, and employee/staff information.
Identify the health needs of students and personnel who come to the health room/health office.
Administer first aid in accordance with District protocol and School Board Policies.
Respond to health situations during the school day.
Remain calm in elevated situations.
Maintain communication with District Health Nurse regarding health needs of students.
Assist students with typical childhood ailments (such as diabetes, asthma, etc.).
Maintain attendance records on all students.
Assist in the processing of records of children entering or leaving the school.
Telephone homes of students not in attendance and not reported to the office.
Maintain self-control and handle communication, complaints, and request for information in an effective, positive, and efficient manner.
Administer prescription and non-prescription drugs following School Board Policies and practice.
Report communicable disease to the District Health Nurse and/or Building Administrator.
Compile statistics and reports and complete necessary forms to satisfy requirements of the State Immunization Law.
Assist with project completion as requested and directed by the District Health Nurse.
Other duties as may be assigned by the District Health Nurse and school administration.