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About the Employer

Welcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential.

Our Beliefs
We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect.
We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute.
We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact.
We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive.
We believe honesty and integrity build trust.
We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment.
We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance.
We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community.
We believe service is an act of love.
We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity.
We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith.

Our Mission
The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by

a whole child approach
an inclusive environment
community and family engagement
transformational innovation
and highly effective staff

Parameters
We will make decisions based on what is best for students.
We will welcome all people with dignity and respect.
We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources.
We will embrace, practice, and model integrity.
We will not compromise our commitment to excellence.

Job Description / Essential Elements:

Santa Maria-Bonita School District
HEALTH ASSISTANT

BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide health services to free the school nurse from routine work related to the health program; administer routine first aid and emergency treatment to ill or injured students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Perform basic first aid for school injuriesE; assess seriousness, notify appropriate parties and fill out accident reportsE; screen student symptoms to identify illnessE; determine need to be brought to attention of nurseE; notify parents if necessaryE; inspect for communicable diseases and/or parasitesE; administer prescribed medicationE; record on proper formsE; monitor blood sugar results on designated studentsE; consult with nurse, teachers and parents to assure proper diabetic managementE; record and file immunization and CHDP recordsE; send follow up notices to parentsE; maintain list of students who have incomplete recordsE; arrange for vision and hearing, scoliosis and general health referral screeningsE; coordinate screeningsE; contact parentsE; record resultsE; prepare follow up listsE; maintain the health officeE; keep supplies replenishedE; prepare first-aid kitsE; maintain log of students coming into the health officeE; assist the school nurse with special education assessmentsE; obtain preliminary informationE; type health and developmental summariesE; set up equipment for a variety of assessmentsE; collect and prepare materials used for classroom health education presentations and individual student needsE; acquire necessary equipment for presentationsE; assist in schedulingE; provide routine, factual information to the publicE; maintain operational recordsE; compile summariesE; perform clerical detail work involved in setting up a variety of tests and screeningsE; record health information and test dataE; prepare lists of health defects and/or problemsE; prepare annual reports on CHDP's, Immunizations, Vision and Hearing for the District, County and StateE; coordinate dental screenings with community dentistsE; record results, follow up on any emergencies and refer to appropriate agencyE; assist nurse in documentation of all possible child abuse casesE; schedule Family Life presentations and prepare handoutsE; review all incoming student cum files to determine if student meets California immunization lawsE; operate a variety of medical office equipment including a computer terminal, copy machine, typewriter and intercomsE; use first aid equipment such as thermometer, glucometer, blood pressure monitor and height and weight scaleE; perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Standard office practices, procedures and equipment;
Basic recordkeeping techniques;
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary;
Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities;
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
Health and safety regulations;
Technical aspects of field of specialty;
Objectives and procedures related to the school health program;
First aid and CPR techniques and practices.

Ability to:
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others;
Maintain routine records;
Learn department and program objectives and goals;
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field;
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines;
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
Understand and work within scope of authority;

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Health Assistant, continued

Ability to, continued
Work independently with little direction;
Observe health and safety regulations;
Work confidentially with discretion;
Operate office machines including a computer and applicable software to enter data, maintain records, and generate reports;
Type 35 words per minute;
Understand and relate to children with special needs;
Administer first aid and CPR.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from High School and one year experience working with children.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Basic First Aid Certificate from an approved institution or the equivalent of a one semester course of study; current CPR certificate.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment:
Office environment.

Physical Abilities:
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time;
Hearing and speaking to exchange information;
Lifting heavy objects;
Bending at the waist;
Turning/twisting;
Walking;
Seeing to read various materials.

Hazards:
Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals;
Contact with blood and other body fluids;
Potential for contact with bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases;
Fumes from disinfectants.

Approved: 02/25/98

Requirements / Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Proof of HS Graduation ((HS Diploma or Equivalent is the MINIMUM requirement))
• Typing Certificate (Minimum Net corrected speed of 35 WPM, 5 minute typing test, no more than 5 errors, dated within the past 6 months. Online certificates NOT accepted.)

Comments and Other Information

TITLE IX - EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9 Compliance Officer:

Mark Palmerston
Director of Pupil Personnel Services
708 S. Miller
Santa Maria, CA 93454
805-###-####

El Distrito Escolar de Santa Mara-Bonita prohbe la discriminacin, intimidacin, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen tnico, gnero, expresin de gnero, identidad de gnero, informacin gentica, estado de inmigracin, estado civil, informacin mdica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religin, sexo, orientacin sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociacin con una persona o grupo con una o ms de estas caractersticas reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comunquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Ttulo 9:

Mark Palmerston
Director de Servicios Estudiantiles
708 S. Miller
Santa Mara, CA 93454
805-###-####

Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be considered for review. Although your application will be fully evaluated, we recommend including a resume, a cover letter, and letters of recommendation. These documents will provide us with a comprehensive understanding of your qualifications and experiences. Thank you for your attention to these requirements, and we look forward to reviewing your complete application.