Health Paraprofessional

Overview

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and flexible individual to serve in a dual role supporting both the school health clinic and cafeteria. This unique position combines responsibilities from both the Health Clinic Assistant and Assistant Cook roles, ensuring the well-being of students through safe food service and attentive healthcare support. The ideal candidate is caring, detail-oriented, and comfortable multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Food Service & Kitchen Operations

• Prepare and serve meals, salad bar items, and a la carte offerings following standardized recipes, procedures, and Health Department guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate food temperatures, monitor kitchen equipment, and restock items as needed.
• Operate point-of-sale systems and manage student accounts.
• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas, including dishes, equipment, and floors; ensure cleanliness before and after food service.
• Support preparation for the next day’s meals by pulling items from storage and turning on necessary equipment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to food safety, teamwork, and respectful service to students and staff.

Health Office Support

• Input and maintain accurate student health records including immunizations, medications, and daily health visits.
• Dispense authorized medications. Training will be provided. Applicant must be comfortable with various medication administration routes, such as oral liquids, topical ointments, inhalers, eye drops and injections as needed.
• Provide basic first aid and health assistance to students.
• Coordinate services with community partners such as Elevated Community Health, Summit County Public Health and High Country Health Care.
• Monitor immunization compliance and assist with planning on-site clinics.
• Assist the school nurse with vision and hearing screenings, parent follow-up, and documentation of screening results.
• Assist the school nurse with tracking illnesses and promoting disease prevention protocols throughout the school.
• Assist the school nurse in the management of high acuity students according to their individualized health care plans.
• Order and organize medical supplies, assist with health screenings, and maintain student health files.
• Serve as a welcoming and responsive presence for students and families who contact or visit the health office.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in food service and/or health care support preferred.
• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and confidentiality guidelines.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform physical cleaning and prep tasks.

This position supports a respectful, inclusive, and culturally responsive school environment. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to equity and the well-being of all students.