School Health Aide (Berk/Kelly) (SY26-27)

Chelsea Public Schools•Chelsea, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 www.chelseaschools.com/cps .

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or its equivalent
Bilingual - fluent in English/Spanish - verbal and written
Completed Chelsea Public Schools application and CORI Form
Letter and Resume
Transcripts if applicable
Maintains certifications in CPR and First Aid
Demonstrated technology capabilities
Understanding and capability of maintaining confidentiality in health information

Nice To Haves

CNA Preferred
Certification in CPR and First Aid - preferred
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff

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