Health Tech Paraprofessional
Steamboat Springs School District is seeking a Full Time Health Tech Paraprofessional to support our health services team. This position will work at Sleeping Giant School. SSSD is consistently awarded "Accredited with Distinction" by the Colorado Department of Education and ranked as a top school district in the state. Our schools offer curriculum and academic programs designed to give students the skills they need to compete in college and the workplace. SSSD's talented team prepares Steamboat's students to succeed in an ever-changing world, and be able to apply essential academic skills and knowledge in various content areas. PAY RANGE INFORMATION: Based on a maximum of 10 years experience, $26.11 -$30.00 This is a full time to start August 12, 2026.
A School Health Technician supports student health needs by providing basic first aid, maintaining health records, and assisting with various health-related tasks under the supervision of a school nurse or other health professionals. They document student health information, administer medications, and report concerns to the appropriate authorities. Performs specialized health cares services, such as daily living care assistance to students as supervised by School Nurse.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide designated direct health care services within the individual's ability and training for students; follow up on health care referrals.
- Assist with school-wide health screenings including organizing, schedules, records, materials and supplies.
- Record health information in individual student health records or health room log; assists the nurse with clerical duties, record keeping and immunization records.
- Follow up on health care referrals by the school nurse and assist families in accessing needed services.
- Maintain files and update student health records; prepares appropriate reports for serious accidents or injury
- Maintain health office, including materials, supplies and forms.
- Ability to work under day-to-day direction from school nurse.
- Consult with the school nurse regarding student's health status particularly when unstable or questionable.
- Administers medication to students according to district and state guidelines.
- Administer emergency first aid and CPR in accordance with established protocols.
- Awareness and education in use of AED.
- Adhere to requirements of confidentiality regarding student's records; discreetly handle sensitive information pertaining to staff, parents and students.
- Responds efficiently to requests for service and keeps principal and office staff informed of any health related problems.
- Contacts parents as is appropriate.
- Acts as liaison between school, parents, students and community.
- Ability to interpret and follow school and state policies/procedures and use of best practices in day to day decision making.
- Excellent ability to work in a high volume setting with constant interruptions and prioritize health office duties daily.
- Communicates with building principals and keeps principal informed of any health-related problems.
- Checks district email weekly if not daily.
- Flexible with schedule and ability to be assigned to other district buildings as needed and requested.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. CNA certification strongly preferred Previous experience in healthcare role preferred Valid American Red Cross First Aide Certification and CPR certification or willing to secure with in 60 days of hire Completion of Hepatitis B series of Immunizations (or acquire within six months of hire) Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff Excellent organizational and clerical skills; High attention to accuracy and detail Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to maintain confidentiality Able and willing to take medication distribution training as provided
Benefits Summary
Medical, dental and vision insurance with significant district contribution towards premiums. Sick and Personal Days Flexible spending account Voluntary retirement savings options(401K, 403B, 457B) Term Life insurance Professional Development reimbursement opportunities District Wellness Clinic PERA retirement program. ***some benefits may have eligibility requirements**
Essential Job Functions
Decision Making: An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is to interpret policies/procedures and best practice. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing financial condition of district to be affected. Errors made in decision-making could potentially result in substantial cost to the District or damage the credibility of the District. Language Skills : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond professionally to questions from groups of parents, community members, commissions, colleagues and Board of Education. Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, discounts, commissions, proportions, percentage, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract concrete variables. Technology Skills : Proficient use of technology which includes: basic operations and concepts, word processing, spread sheets, internet usage, critical evaluation of information, data analysis, email, integration of technology. Other Skills and Abilities : Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in education. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to copy, coordinate, instruct, evaluate and negotiate. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to discipline students consistent with district procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is continuously required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity in the particular part of the day. This information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion/clearance of a CBI/FBI background check. Steamboat Springs School District is an equal opportunity employer.