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Amergis
JOB POST - Health Aide, School Based - Urgently Hiring in Encinitas!
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$42,001 / year median in California
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Amergis Staffing is currently seeking
- _Health Office Aides_
- for the 2026/27 school year in the Encinitas/San Diegueto CA area.
Position Details:
SPED setting assisting with toileting, changing, lifting, and other duties as assigned by health office/nursing team- Hours/Week
- : 32.5 hours weekly
- Start Date
- : August 10th, 2026
- Length
- : 26/27 School Year
- Details
- : Grade Level Elementary-High, in person,
- Pay•:
Local Rate:
$20/hour- Required
- : SPED experience OR CNA
- Main Responsibilities
- + Assist teachers and school staff with classroom activities and daily routines + Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students + Support students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs + Help maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment + Assist students with mobility, personal care, and therapeutic needs when required + Monitor and encourage appropriate student behavior + Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and related service providers + Follow all school and district policies and procedures •Qualifications•Required•+ High School Diploma or GED + Must be at least 18 years of age + Ability to meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements + Compliance with professional standards of practice Preferred + Previous experience working with children in schools, childcare, camps, tutoring, or related settings + Current CPR certification (if required) + TB screening, PPD, or chest X-ray clearance (if applicable) + Current health certificate as required by state or district regulations •
Why Work With AMERGIS:
- + Weekly pay through direct deposit + We have offices in most major cities across the country + Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available on 1st of month + Expense reimbursement for certifications and state licenses + Accessible via office phone, email, or text _Reach out directly to National Recruitment Manager Mia McCarthy for more information 805-790-3707 or email mimccart@amergis.
Minimum Requirements:
+ High School diploma or equivalent required + Comply with all relevant professional standards of practice + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age- Benefits
- At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
- Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
- About Amergis
- Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
Job Category:
- Education
Job Function:
- Education | School Aide | School Aide School
Job Type:
- Contract - Part Time
Setting:
- Schools
Position Type:
- Healthcare
Office Number:
- 0671
Contract Duration:
- 36 •
Pay Rate:
- $600 / Week
Date Posted:
- 2026-08-05T15:34:29