Health Aide

MRA - The Management Association; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Mequon-Thiensville School District is seeking a part-time Health Aide to support the school nurse and health services at Wilson Elementary/Mtesd. You will assist staff, students and families with wellness education, health-related activities and related duties during the school year.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid WI driver's license, and preferred CNA/Med Tech certification with health care experience. 20 hours per week during the school year, beginning as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Wisconsin driver's license is required.
• CNA or Med Tech certification preferred.
• Health care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications to students.
• Prepares student medications for field trips.
• Maintains current health condition records and accurate medication records.
• Cares for students who come into the health room when they are ill and/or injured.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Maintains effective communication with the District Nurse.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Wisconsin driver's license

CNA Certification

Job description

HEALTH AIDE - Wilson Elementary School / Mequon-Thiensville School District (an MRA Member)

HOURS 20 hours/week

WORK PERIOD School Year

SALARY Compensation Based on Qualifications/Experience

BEGINNING DATE As Soon As Possible

This individual will work closely with the School Nurse in providing service to assist staff, students, families and groups to achieve optimal levels of wellness through health education, consultation and other duties as identified in the attached position description.

Position description and qualifications are listed below.

The Mequon-Thiensville School District is characterized by excellence in everything we do. The district is designed for those who demand excellence. The MTSD staff are driven to be successful in all aspects of their lives, they have high expectations of themselves and others. Employees in the MTSD don't just create an environment for students to learn, they ignite each students' potential. Our commitment to student success is inseparable from our commitment to diversity and equity. We embrace growth mindset and understanding there is no limit to learning. We connect with our students on a personal level, understanding who they are and what drives them to succeed. We value the diversity of the people in our school community and their ideas in order to prepare each child for a life of infinite possibilities.

The Mequon-Thiensville School District is a PK-12 district located along the coast of Lake Michigan in a northern suburb of Milwaukee that serves more than 3,500 students. Working in the Mequon-Thiensville School District means you are part of a team of educational professionals that ensures each student has the necessary tools to create their own personal path to success.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected under State or Federal law including, but not limited to, race, color, age, sex, creed or religion, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, membership in the national guard, State defense or reserves, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District's premises during non-working hours, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices. This policy prohibits any form of discrimination as defined by State or Federal law including, not limited to, Title II, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1965, Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Act. Please refer to School Board Policy 5516-Harassment and Other Prohibited Behavior for additional information.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

HEALTH AIDE

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma/valid Wisconsin drivers license
2. Dependable and conscientious with strong work ethic
3. Effective communication skills
4. CNA Certification or Med Tech Certification - preferred
5. Health Care Experience - preferred
6. Knowledge of Principles and Practices of First Aide-preferred

Reports to: Executive Director of Student Services, Building Principals or District Nurse

Performance Responsibilities

• Administers medications to students
• Prepares student medications for field trips
• Maintains current health condition records and accurate medication records
• Cares for students who come into the health room when they are ill and/or injured
• Establishes and maintains relationships with students, staff and parents
• Maintains effective communication with the District Nurse
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned

Terms of Employment

• Nine/ten month year
• Subject to terms of the Mequon-Thiensville School District Employee Handbook

Evaluation

• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Educational Support Personnel