Student Health Support Aide — Calm, Caring Paraprofessional

Utica-Community-School; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community School District in Sterling Heights, Michigan is seeking a Health Resource Paraprofessional to support students with personal health needs and chronic conditions. This full-time role requires compassion, confidentiality, and the ability to maintain composure in stressful situations while assisting with daily living activities and health-related interventions under district supervision.

Starting immediately, 7-hour days, location and schedule TBD based on student attendance and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work with medically challenged students.
• Experience with chronic health diseases is preferred.
• Assist students with personal needs including hygiene and clothing.
• Maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Physically able to run, walk, lift, and respond to health needs.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and interventions.
• Willingness to be assigned to multiple sites as needed.
• Able to work with epinephrine, blood testing, insulin, seizures, and feeding tubes.
• Willingness to assist with toileting and hygiene.
• Support in non-instructional times in classroom or lunchroom.
• Documentation and parent contact will be required.
• Qualities: child-centered, adaptable, calm, respectful, patient, confidential, focused.

Responsibilities

• Support students with personal health needs as directed by the district.
• Assist with health-related procedures and monitoring as trained.
• Ensure safety and confidentiality in interactions with students.

Skills

Health care support

Patience

Calm demeanor

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Physical endurance

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utica Community School District in Sterling Heights, Michigan is seeking a Health Resource Paraprofessional to support students with personal health needs and chronic conditions. This full-time role requires compassion, confidentiality, and the ability to maintain composure in stressful situations while assisting with daily living activities and health-related interventions under district supervision.

Starting immediately, 7-hour days, location and schedule TBD based on student attendance and