School Health Assistant II - Kahakai Elementary

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 27,529 - 33,646; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and sick leave

Job summary

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education seeks a full-time School Health Assistant II for Kailua, Hawaii. This position involves administering first aid, health screenings, and coordinating health services for students. Applicants should have a high school diploma, experience working with people, and hold current certifications in first aid and CPR.

Key responsibilities include monitoring students' health, providing basic health instructions, and acting as a liaison between home and school safety programs. Strong communication skills and health knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated reading, comprehension, and verbal skills.
• Current certification in first aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Administer emergency first aid care to students.
• Take temperature and monitor students' health.
• Administer medications as per guidelines.
• Contact parents regarding student health conditions.
• Perform health-related screening tests as directed.

Skills

First aid skills

Data processing skills

Communication skills

Health knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

School Health Assistant II – full‑time position, 6½ hours per day.

Salary Range

School Health Assistant II, SR-11: $2,549.00 per month.

Examples of Duties

• Administers emergency first aid care to ill or injured students.
• Takes temperature, permits students to rest in health room, observes and talks to students to determine symptoms of illness.
• Administers oral and topical medications only in accordance with strict program guidelines.
• Contacts parents or guardians of ill or injured students to inform them of their child's condition.
• Calls for ambulance service in emergencies.
• Performs health‑related screening tests (hearing, vision, throat swabs, height and weight measurements) as directed by the school health nurse.
• Completes appropriate records and refers health records indicating health problems to the school health nurse.
• Surveys school buildings and grounds for injury hazards and works with the school health nurse and principal to correct conditions.
• Provides basic health instruction to students and may orient and supervise volunteers for screening tests.
• Provides emergency first aid care to school staff and administers CPR as necessary.
• Maintains a clean health room with adequate supplies and equipment.
• Provides resource information to staff and recognizes at‑risk symptoms for referral.
• Acts as liaison between home, school and community in health services/activities.
• Coordinates health‑related speakers to aid class curriculum.
• Disseminates and coordinates wellness information to employees.
• Advocates a positive and informative health and wellness program for the school.

Minimum Qualifications – Basic Education

High school diploma or equivalent with demonstrated reading, comprehension, written instructions, and high verbal skill.

Experience Requirements

Applicants must meet the experience table below and possess the overall scope and responsibility level required to perform the duties. Total required experience: 3 years.

• General Experience: One year of work with people (person‑to‑person relationships).
• Specialized Experience: Two years of work demonstrating basic health knowledge and data‑processing skills.
• Total Experience: Three years.

Substitutions Allowed

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in nursing or related field may substitute one year of general experience and two years of specialized experience.
• Community college program in medical assisting, human services, practical nursing, or similar may substitute one year of general experience and one year of specialized experience.
• Formal coursework in health and personal hygiene, child care, or home management may substitute one year of specialized experience.

Quality of Experience

Experience must demonstrate scope and responsibility that conclusively shows ability to perform the position duties. Mere possession of required years of experience is insufficient.

Certification Requirement

• Current certification in first aid.
• Current certification in child and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Salary Summary

The advertised salary is based on full‑time employment and includes shortage and school‑year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements

Applicants must meet all specified education, experience, and certification requirements. Part‑time experience is prorated; hours exceeding 40 per week are not credited.

Temporary Assignment

Claims of temporary assignment (TA) experience must be verified with one of the following: TA history report, signed supervisor letter, or SF‑10 form copies.

Documents

Attach all relevant supporting documents to the application. Documents submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically transfer to subsequent applications.

Temporary Positions

Temporary positions may be extended year to year. Once temporary employees complete a six‑month probation, they may apply for promotion, transfer, and permanent opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, arrest or court record, or National Guard participation in accordance with federal and state law.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first three pay periods. Payday dates are the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of each month.

Benefits Summary

• Holidays, personal leave, and sick leave during the school year.
• Health insurance (state‑sponsored) portion of premiums.
• State‑provided group life insurance for employees and retirees.
• Health‑care premium conversion plan.
• Island Flex flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plan with eligibility based on service and age.
• Tax shelter annuity program.
• Deferred compensation plan.
• Temporary disability insurance.
• State contribution to Social Security.
• Workers’ compensation benefits.
• Union representation and collective bargaining rights; service fee applies unless job is excluded.