General Office Aide (Health Room) presso La Center School District

• This position is covered by the SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted at the applicant's expense.  Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and clearance by Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Duties will vary based on the assignment and may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Front Office

• Greet students, parents, staff and the public; answer a wide variety of telephone and in person inquiries
• Serve as the attendance clerk
• Order supplies, materials, and equipment
• Supervise lunchroom/locker rooms as assigned by the principal
• Receipt student fees and fines with accuracy
• Receive and route mail; assist with large mailings as needed
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the office in the absence of the Head Secretary and/or Assistant Secretary
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community partners
• Attend required trainings
• Maintain a neat, clean personal appearance and traits of a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a safe and professional work environment
• Provide a safe learning environment for all students
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position
• Ability to incorporate working knowledge of Board Policies E-1 through E-4 into daily practices
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Health Room

• Provide basic first aid and emergency care to ill and injured students as directed by the school nurse
• Administer and record medications in accordance with district policy
• Maintain student logs for all visits to the health room
• Assist and participate in health screenings
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and stock supplies
• Copy and file medical documents
• Complete accident and head injury reports
• Document and complete required phone calls to parents/guardians
• Consult with the building principal on incidents related to student behavior
• Perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A combination of education, training, skills, and experience necessary to perform the job successfully
• A valid CPR card, or the ability to obtain a card, is required upon hire
• Successful completion of a basic skills assessment may be required prior to offer of employment
• A valid state-issued driver’s license with a clean driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous business office experience or experience in a medical office in a similar role
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions
• Experience in a K-12 educational setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess a genuine enthusiasm for working with students, staff, and the community
• Proficiency in a variety of common business office equipment (e.g., multi-line phones, copiers, printers, etc.)
• Basic proficiency in office procedures including general reception, common office software and web-based applications (e.g., e-mail, word processing and electronic spreadsheet applications)
• Ability to relate and communicate to students regarding health needs
• Ability to become proficient in the basic operation of vital sign equipment and other equipment as needed for emergency response
• Ability to gain proficiency in the district’s student information software program
• Proficiency in correct grammar, spelling, and English usage
• Willingness and ability to learn the key clerical duties of other building office personnel for the purpose of continuing the efficient operation of the office in their absence (including, but not limited to:  daily deposits, absence management and substitute placement, bell systems, purchasing, etc.)
• Willingness and ability to learn new systems
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions of the position
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse population of staff, students, families, and community members while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and supporting an atmosphere of warmth, cooperation and service to others
• Demonstrated ability to treat all staff, students, parents, and community members with dignity
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students and staff
• Strong self-initiative with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a flexible and cooperative manner in order to build and maintain effective teams and partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions, and determine resolutions and/or action plans
• Punctual with the ability to meet deadlines, adapt quickly to change and maintain flexibility in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all district matters
• Understand and implement district safety procedures
• Ability to incorporate working knowledge of Board Policies E-1 through E-4 into daily practice
• Ability to learn and follow school district policies and procedures

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• This job is performed in a school office environment
• Depending upon the assignment, may be subject to exposure of communicable or infectious diseases
• Some lifting may be required; ability to occasionally lift at least 40 pounds with assistance is required 
• Some carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling may be required
• Significant fine finger dexterity is required

Salary:  The current starting wage is $21.62 per hour after successful completion of a probationary period of 60 working days/480 hours of employment (whichever is less).  The probationary rate of pay is $19.46 per hour.  Payrates thereafter are based on the SEIU salary schedule.

Benefits:  This position is eligible for a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their qualified dependents.  Employer-paid basic life, long-term disability, and AD & D insurance are available to the employee only.  Additional benefits include retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement and optional supplemental benefits including supplemental life, long-term disability, FSA, DCAP, and deferred compensation.  Paid leave benefits include two (2) days of personal leave and ten (10)  days of sick leave per school year, pro-rated based on the employee's hire date.  Paid holidays include:  Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, and Memorial Day.  Labor Day is a paid holiday when the start of school precedes the holiday or when an employee returns to a regularly scheduled work week or an approved scheduled day before the holiday.    Additional available paid leave benefits and terms of paid holidays are governed by the SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

La Center School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: 

 Matt Johnson, Civil Rights Coordinator/Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator, 725 NE Highland Road, La Center, 360-263-1700
Matt Cooke, Title IX Officer, 725 NE Highland Road, La Center, 360-263-1700
Jami Phelps, Section 504 Coordinator, PO Box 1840, La Center, 360-263-2131