Associate, Health Office, Indianola, IA at Indianola Community School District

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INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Position Title:             Associate, Health

Department:              Health

Reports To:                Principal, District Nurse

SUMMARY:

Provides assistance and supports to students under the direct supervision of certified personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Receive and route incoming calls in a welcoming, professional manner
• Greet and direct visitors in a welcoming, professional manner
• Assists in the preparation of all forms of communication: letters, forms
• Assists in ordering and processing purchase orders for nurse’s office
• Prepare the health folders/records for all students
• Enter health information on the students’ health records
• Assists in maintaining the daily log of office visits
• Record health screening results
• File pertinent health information in students’ health record (i.e. dental excuses, illness excuses, etc.)
• Update communicable disease communications
• Assists with students’ and/or staff’s medical needs.
• Report student health concerns to the nurse
• Provide care for the minor injuries and illnesses of students. Notify teachers, parents, and nurse as needed. The nurse will be contacted immediately for major illnesses or injuries.
• Distribute medications to students daily
• Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students
• Contributes to creating a positive work environment
• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality
• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day
• Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job
• Works independently and with confidence
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision

Qualifications Profile

• High School diploma or GED
• Current certification in first aid and CPR (Basic Emergency Care). This training must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Communication, organization, and keyboarding skills

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in specialized health care equipment; operating assistive technology devices and equipment; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: basic needs and behavior of children with severe physical, cognitive or vision disabilities; assistive technology devices; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; and basic child development theory and principles, as needed.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 35% sitting, 30% walking, and 35% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.

EXPERIENCE:

None specified

EDUCATION:

High school diploma/GED

REQUIRED TESTING:                                                 

None specified.

CERTIFICATIONS:

None specified                                                             

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Prescribed training modules                                     

CLEARANCES:

Criminal Fingerprint/Background Check

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Seclusion and Restraint (i.e. Chapter 103) training

Mandatory Reporter Training - Child and Dependent Adult Abuse

Prescribed District Training Modules

FLSA Status:                                                               

Non-Exempt

Salary:

Associate Salary Schedule