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Bellevue Public School Foundation

Support Staff

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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.

$46,143 / year median in Washington

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:
About Us At Bellevue Public Schools Foundation Kids' Time, we create a safe, supportive, and engaging before
  • and after-school environment where children grow academically, socially, and emotionally while having fun! Our Core Values Safety First
  • We meet all DHHS licensing requirements to ensure a secure environment. Respect for All
  • Every child, staff member, and family is treated with kindness. Responsibility & Integrity
  • We promote honesty, accountability, and good decision-making. Fun with Purpose
  • Our activities are engaging, educational, and developmentally appropriate.
Location:
Bellevue Public Schools Schedule:
Flexible part-time hours, Monday-Friday Availability required during both the school year and summer programs
Compensation:
$15.00 under 18 years of age, under 18 years of age, $17.16 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible scheduling Paid in-service training Professional development opportunities Supportive and team-oriented work environment Closed for inclement weather
Job Summary:
Support Staff are vital members of the Kids' Time team, working under the guidance of Site Directors to supervise children, lead engaging activities, and ensure a safe and welcoming environment. This role supports program operations and upholds DHHS licensing requirements through active supervision, relationship building, and positive behavior guidance. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Requirements:
Minimum Age:
16 years
Transportation:
Must have reliable transportation
Experience:
Previous experience working with children preferred Must complete Background Checks (required prior to hire): Nebraska Child Abuse & Neglect Registry General Background Check FBI Fingerprint Background Check (required for candidates 18+) Employment eligibility verified through E-Verify Ability to: Foster support for both families and colleagues is truly commendable. Interact with children of various ages and abilities in a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate manner. Actively supervise and engage with children throughout program hours, ensuring a safe, structured, and enriching environment. Assist with the planning, set-up, and clean-up of daily activities and snack times. Understand and follow emergency procedures and safety protocols as outlined in staff training. Maintain confidentiality in all communications, documentation, and interactions with children, families, and staff. Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and strong attendance habits. Demonstrate active listening, problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, and persuasion skills to support a positive program culture. Support the implementation of program expectations and behavior guidance strategies. Accurately complete required documentation (e.g., accident or behavior reports) in a timely manner. Function effectively in a variety of settings including classrooms, gymnasiums, outdoor areas, hallways, school buses, and field trips. Be flexible with work assignments, including assisting at other sites when needed. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with families, district personnel, and fellow Kids' Time staff. Understand and support the goals and operational procedures of the Bellevue Public Schools Foundation and the Kids' Time program. Maintain CPR and First Aid certification and Required annual in-service training hours as outlined by DHHS licensing
Physical Requirements:
75-100%: Seeing and hearing 75-100%: Standing and walking 0-24%: Sitting 25-49%: Climbing, stooping, squatting, and kneeling 0-24%:
Dexterity:
utilizing phone, typing, and writing 0-24%: Lift in excess of 10 pounds