Healthcare Specialist

• Education:
  • Highly Qualified:
    Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or ETS Paraprofessional Assessment required; degree specific to healthcare preferred
  • Current health certification or licensure in a health-related field preferred such as: LPN, RN, CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, or other comparable health-care credential or experience
• Knowledge of childhood academic, social and physical development; knowledge of basic health and wellness practices and common medical conditions affecting school-aged children; knowledge of developmental, behavioral and/or physical disabilities
• Experience working with children or adolescents in a health-care, educational, or community setting preferred
• Ability to administer or assist with medications and health procedures in accordance with physician orders, district policies, applicable laws, and health plans
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to medical emergencies and unexpected health situations
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential student health records
• Exercise sound, independent judgment, including handling of confidential matters
• Physical ability to safely lift students as needed: 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance and/or with proper equipment
• Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, stand for extended periods of time, and push and pull heavy objects such as wheelchairs
• Willing to complete further training as needed, including but not limited to disability related information – job specific training will be provided as available
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team; strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must pass background check

For further information, please see the attached job posting. Thank you for your interest in Clare Public Schools!