Healthcare Specialist

Michigan Association of School Boards; Clare (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Clare Public Schools is seeking a health services staff member to support student health. The role is full-time and involves assisting with medications, health procedures, and maintaining confidential student records. The incumbent should have an associate's or bachelor's degree (or ETS paraprofessional assessment) and a health-related certification.

Background checks will be completed. The position requires physical ability to lift students (up to 50 pounds, up to 100 with assistance), and the

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's/Bachelor's or ETS Paraprofessional Assessment required; healthcare-related degree preferred.
• Current health certification or licensure in a health-related field preferred (e.g., LPN, RN, CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT).

Skills

Healthcare knowledge

Medication administration

Record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's or ETS Paraprofessional Assessment

Job description

Deadline: October 30, 2026
District/Organization: Clare Public Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: Per assignment and individual contract; base rate of pay is $20.00 per hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience of the successful candidate and qualifications as determined by the Superintendent of Schools.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Highly Qualified: Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or ETS Paraprofessional Assessment required; degree specific to healthcare preferred
  • Current health certification or licensure in a health-related field preferred such as: LPN, RN, CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, or other comparable health-care credential or experience
• Knowledge of childhood academic, social and physical development; knowledge of basic health and wellness practices and common medical conditions affecting school-aged children; knowledge of developmental, behavioral and/or physical disabilities
• Experience working with children or adolescents in a health-care, educational, or community setting preferred
• Ability to administer or assist with medications and health procedures in accordance with physician orders, district policies, applicable laws, and health plans
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to medical emergencies and unexpected health situations
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential student health records
• Exercise sound, independent judgment, including handling of confidential matters
• Physical ability to safely lift students as needed: 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance and/or with proper equipment
• Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, stand for extended periods of time, and push and pull heavy objects such as wheelchairs
• Willing to complete further training as needed, including but not limited to disability related information – job specific training will be provided as available
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team; strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must pass background check

For further information, please see the attached job posting. Thank you for your interest in Clare Public Schools!