Districtwide Health Clerk

Sylvania; Hoquiam (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

9 paid holidays

10 sick leave days

3 personal leave days

Job summary

Hoquiam School District No. 28 is seeking a Districtwide Health Clerk to support student well-being across all buildings. The role focuses on health education, individualized care plans, and coordinated responses to medical needs in collaboration with families and staff.

Responsibilities include managing health data, assisting with health programs, and maintaining a safe health environment that promotes learning and growth for all students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong organizational, clerical, and computer skills, including proficiency in Google Suite.
• Ability to maintain accurate health records and confidentiality.
• Experience in working with students and understanding child development is preferred.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a nurturing environment for students requiring health-related assistance.
• Establish communication with students, parents, and staff to promote trust.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism with health information.
• Maintain health records with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Educate students on basic health practices and support individualized health plans.
• Monitor health room operations and coordinate with families and medical professionals as needed.
• Assist with health-related events and district programs.

Skills

First Aid

CPR

Google Suite

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Hoquiam School District No. 28

Districtwide Health Clerk

Job Description

Position Open Until Filled - First Screening Date:10/7/26

Days/Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Required Attachments:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Resume
• 3 Letters of Recommendation - Including at least one from a supervisor
• Internal Applicants - Include a minimum of a cover letter and updated resume

Note - Clerical role with requirements for CPR/First Aid, required to be willing and able to be delegated by district RN's to provide student medical needs. This is a districtwide position and will be needing to work in and interact with all staff, students and families in all buildings.

Job Summary:
The Health Clerk plays a vital role in supporting student well-being by fostering meaningful relationships, engaging learners in health education, providing adaptive pathways for individualized health needs, and strengthening connections within the school and broader community. The Health Clerk ensures a safe, organized, and efficient health environment that promotes academic success and personal growth for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

Meaningful Relationships:

• Cultivate a nurturing and supportive environment for students requiring health-related assistance.
• Establish strong communication with students, parents, and staff to promote trust and collaboration in addressing health needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive student health information.
• Maintain student and staff records with confidentiality and professionalism, building trust with all stakeholders.

Engaged Learners:

• Educate students on basic health and hygiene practices to promote a healthy school environment.
• Support students with individualized health plans, ensuring they receive the care necessary to fully engage in their learning experience.
• Assist in implementing health-related school programs, such as wellness initiatives and safety drills.
• School district wide health events and initiatives that promote student health and wellbeing

Adaptive Pathways:

• Monitor and maintain health room operations, ensuring accessibility for all students in need of medical attention.
• Input and manage health data in district systems (e.g., Skyward) to track student medical needs and interventions.
• Provide first aid and emergency care while coordinating with families and medical professionals as needed.
• Assist students with chronic conditions by following care plans and adapting support based on individual needs.
• Manage health room related communications, including answering phones, responding to emails, and communicating in a timely and effective manner with students/staff/families/community members.

Community Connections:

• Collaborate with families, school staff, and external health agencies to ensure comprehensive care for students.
• Work with district liaisons to support homeless students in accessing medical care and other essential services.
• Assist in the management and distribution of community-based health resources, such as weekend food backpack programs and hygiene kits.
• Assist with preparation of health records for events and activities, field trips to support students during off campus trips/activities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong organizational, clerical, and computer skills, including proficiency in Google Suite.
• Ability to maintain accurate health records and confidentiality.
• Experience in working with students and understanding child development is preferred.
• Background check required.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to a school environment with moderate noise levels.
• Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs.; up to 100 lbs. with assistance).
• Occasional outdoor supervision duties.

Salary: $28.06 - $30.72 an hour

Benefits: State allocation towards dental, vision, medical insurance, retirement, 9 paid holidays, 10 sick leave days, 3 personal leave days.

Employment is contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY Hoquiam School District #28 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Marah Gannaway [e-mail], Director of Student Support Services - 325 W. Chenault Avenue 360.538.8200 and Section 504/ADA Coordinator and HIB Coordinator James Irick [e-mail], Director of Special Services and Teaching & Learning Director - 325 W. Chenault Avenue 360.538.8417