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School District 145 Waverly
School Health Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$39,174 / year median in Nebraska
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview:
The Health Assistant supports the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff by providing health services within the school setting. The position assists with the assessment and care of student health needs, administration of medications and treatments, maintenance of health records, response to illness and injury, implementation of student health plans, and communication with parents/guardians and school personnel. The Health Assistant works collaboratively with administrators, staff, families, healthcare providers, and other appropriate professionals to help ensure that students' health needs are appropriately addressed and that students are able to participate safely and successfully in the educational environment. Additional pay provided for Heath Assistants who have additional certifications. Visit our employment page at www.district145.orgPay:
$15.76 - $19.20 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 - 40.0 per weekBenefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Retirement planWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Sick Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance