• Health Aide/Typist - 17.5 hours

    Wappingers Central School District (Hopewell Junction, NY)


    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

     

    + Renders simple First Aid assistance in the absence of the Registered Professional Nurse.

    + Maintains various health records.

    + Types notices, records, reports, letters and similar materials.

    + Assists in giving hearing and vision screening tests.

    + Assists Registered Professional Nurse in following up on possible defects found in medical screening.

    + May call parents regarding student absenteeism.

    + Dispenses prescription medicines to self-directed students when necessary in strict accordance with New York State Education Law and regulations.

    + Talks to and attempts to calm students who are distressed.

    + May work one-on-one with handicapped students to assist with daily living needs (feeding and bathroom).

    + Operates copier, calculator, computer, or other office machines.

    + May assist in planning and setting up bulletin boards and other educational programs.

    + Does related work as required.

    Job Qualifications

    High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preferred.

     

    NOTE: A performance test in keyboarding will be required.

     

    CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current First Aid and CPR certification (all age levels). NYS Driver’s License may be required.

     

    Position Start Date:05/23/2024

     

    Application Deadline:05/19/2025

     

    Civil Service Title: Health Aide/Typist

     

    Job Number: 2023-01