Part-Time School Health Aide for Special Needs

Michigan Association of School Boards; Michigan; On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Fraser Public Schools in Fraser, Michigan seeks a Health Aide to support students with health care needs. The role involves personal care, monitoring health conditions, and working under the direction of a licensed registered nurse.

Candidates must be able to lift and assist a student for toileting and manage health procedures as delegated. The Health Aide will communicate with families and health care professionals about changes to procedures, collaborate with teachers and support staff, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Experience with special needs students who have medical issues.
• Able to lift and assist a student for toileting purposes.
• Ability to navigate the classroom, school building, steps of a bus.
• Good fine and gross motor skills.

Responsibilities

• Possess a positive, flexible, and professional demeanor with good organizational skills.
• Enjoy working with students in providing personal and instructional assistance with a caring attitude.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students and staff.
• Supports general and special education students with health care needs as delegated by a licensed registered nurse.
• Perform designated health care procedures which may include but are not limited to: diabatic care, toileting and administration of medications according to district guidelines.
• Adheres to policies related to health care procedures.
• Communicates with family and health care professionals regarding any changes to health procedures or a student’s physical condition.
• Supports professional staff (teacher, SSW, SLP, OT, PT, etc.) in carrying out their daily responsibilities.

Skills

Personal care

Student support

Mobility assistance

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Fraser Public Schools in Fraser, Michigan seeks a Health Aide to support students with health care needs. The role involves personal care, monitoring health conditions, and working under the direction of a licensed registered nurse.

Candidates must be able to lift and assist a student for toileting and manage health procedures as delegated. The Health Aide will communicate with families and health care professionals about changes to procedures, collaborate with teachers and support staff, and