School Health Services Assistant

New Haven Public Schools; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Haven Public Schools in New Haven, CT, seeks a School Health Assistant to support health services in the school setting. You will assist with mandated screenings, organize health data, and help families navigate health information and records.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work with children; CPR certification and a Connecticut driver’s license are preferred. The position reports to the Health and Wellness Department.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with 3+ years in health field or working with school aged children.
• Preferred: work/education in education, health or social work and/or experience with school-aged children.
• Requires CPR certification and confidentiality.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, ability to work independently or in a team.
• Must pass background checks and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Performs administrative and clerical duties in the health office.
• Assists in mandated screenings (vision, hearing, postural) and/or oral health screens.
• Schedules health screenings, presentations, and consults with health staff.
• Enters student health data into computer programs and confirms insurance eligibility.
• Assists in obtaining/transferring health records between schools.
• Prepares and distributes health information to families, staff and students.
• Represents health teams at school events and meetings as needed.
• Collaborates with school health staff and dental staff to support health initiatives.
• Escorts students to and from health rooms as needed.
• Provides phone assistance and follows up with families and providers.

Skills

CPR Certification

Excellent communication

Confidentiality & professionalism

Organizational skills

Teamwork / independent work

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Driver's license

Transportation required

Bilingual (preferred)

Child-friendly

Background checks clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

New Haven Public Schools in New Haven, CT, seeks a School Health Assistant to support health services in the school setting. You will assist with mandated screenings, organize health data, and help families navigate health information and records.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work with children; CPR certification and a Connecticut driver’s license are preferred. The position reports to the Health and Wellness Department.