Substitute - Health Assistant

Douglas County School District; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plans

403(b) retirement plans

457 retirement plans

Paid sick time

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a Substitute Health Assistant to support student health services at Northeast Intermediate. Responsibilities include administering medications, following health care plans, and providing first aid under supervision.

The role requires First Aid/CPR certification and a High School diploma or equivalent. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with district nurses and health staff, ensuring compliance with immunization and health reporting

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• First Aid & CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/assist with daily management of a student’s health care plan under the school nurse supervision.
• Administer prescribed medications to students per physician orders and district policy.
• Provide first aid for injuries per district guidelines.
• Maintain documentation for health room procedures and immunization reporting.
• Notify nurse of reportable communicable diseases and noncompliance to vaccine requirements.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Substitute - Health Assistant

Job Description:

Responsible for administering student medication, management of student’s chronic health conditions, first aid care of students and maintaining student records. Deals with information of a highly confidential nature. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele. Essential Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Adding a Sub Health Assistant - L Bennett

Responsibilities:

Perform delegated procedures in accordance with the student’s health care plan and training by the school nurse consultant; such as: supervision and/or assistance with the daily management of a student’s diabetes, asthma, and severe allergies.

Provide first aid for students per District guidelines, including caring forehead injuries, fractures, and lacerations.

Administer prescribed scheduled and non-scheduled medications to students in accordance with physician orders and District policy. Prepare medication for students attending field trips.

Maintain appropriate documentation for all health room procedures, including: medications, delegated procedures, and first aid in accordance with District guidelines

Documents health related services in Designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program.

Ensure enrolling students meet the Colorado State immunization requirements prior to entering school. Notify parents and school nurse consultant of incomplete immunization and/or noncompliance. Complete the annual immunization state report.

Notify school nurse consultant of reportable communicable diseases.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Certifications:

First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association

Education:

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills:

Position Type:

Substitutes

Primary Location:

Northeast Intermediate

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

0

FTE:

0.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

0 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are thengranted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$17.80 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate:

$17.80 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range:

$17.80 USD - $17.80 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time Off Plans:

This position is eligible for paid sick time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

November 28, 2026