Des Plaines School District 62
Health Clerk at Orchard Place School
Des Plaines School District 62, Des Plaines, Illinois, us, 60019
Position Type:Secretarial and Clerical/Clerk
Date Posted:4/8/2024
Location:District 62 Schools
Date Available:04/2024
Closing Date:When FilledCommunity Consolidated School District 62
777 Algonquin Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Health ClerkLOCATION: School BuildingsDEPARTMENT: Building AdministrationREPORTS TO: Certified School Nurse, PrincipalTERM: 10-Month (180 days)FLSA CATEGORY: Non-ExemptHOURS: 15 minutes before and after school bell
Position Summary: Under general supervision, the Health Clerk ensures that basic health services are provided to students and staff members to maximize health and wellness in the school community. All duties must be performed in accordance with district and state board of education policies and procedures and state law regarding health care practice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned as related to Health Clerk position.Makes decisions and demonstrates leadership that supports the mission, vision, goals and interests of the district and of students. Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, staff and guests.Maintains confidentiality of student and staff information. Utilizes confidential and personal information for professional purposes only in accordance with school district policy and regulations.Responsible for clerical / secretarial duties associated with the effective performance of the duties of the health services office area. Maintains all student health records including dental, vision, hearing, immunization and physical examination records.Administers first aid to students and staff. Records each occurrence following the district standing health orders and policy.Supervises students who self-administer medication with appropriate documentation.Participates in maintaining accurate medical records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, physical examinations, and medical conditions and the related archival responsibilities. If state credentialed, performs mandated screening procedures for vision and hearing. Maintains confidentiality regarding all school and health-related issues.Maintains communication with the certified school nurse, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the health and safety needs of students. Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff. Compiles data for statistical purposes as directed.Maintains a daily log of student/staff visits and documentation of individual health records. Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies. Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.Completes work in an established time frame: seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed or pace is slow. Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles of the organization and changing environment. Consistently arrives at work on time and completes all tasks.Advises the certified school nurse or administrator immediately of the existence of any problems deemed to warrant prompt attention, advice or intervention.Attend training on new electronic office softwareAttend training and maintain certification in CPR, first-aid, and cardiac defibrillation.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Students and staff requiring health services.
In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and work environment required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualification Requirements:Completion of requirements for a high school diploma. A college or university degree is preferred.Experience in a business or school environment working with children.Knowledge and ability in the areas of public relations, writing, communications, and office management.Experience with electronic office software; e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, FileMaker Pro.Ability to speak, write and read in a language other than English is preferred.Skills Required:
Ability to read, interpret and write written and verbal information. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to speak effectively with students, staff and health care professionals.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in non-standardized settings. Ability to operate a computer and related software; such as, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in an Apple computer environment.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, operate office equipment, sit, and occasionally to reach with hands and arms.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds; such as files and paper supplies.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to change focus. Long-term use of computer monitors is required. Requires typing on the computer keyboard with frequent interruptions.The position requires the individual to meet deadlines with time constraints and to interact with the public and other workers.Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment varies.Work is usually conducted indoors. This work is normally conducted at a single school site. Occasional travel from one school site to another is possible.
Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated in accordance with district guidelines by the administrator.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive listing of the duties performed in this position. The individuals currently holding this position may perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Community Consolidated School District 62 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 62 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 62 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certificated employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for this opening should contact the office of the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
Revised: August 2020
Date Posted:4/8/2024
Location:District 62 Schools
Date Available:04/2024
Closing Date:When FilledCommunity Consolidated School District 62
777 Algonquin Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Health ClerkLOCATION: School BuildingsDEPARTMENT: Building AdministrationREPORTS TO: Certified School Nurse, PrincipalTERM: 10-Month (180 days)FLSA CATEGORY: Non-ExemptHOURS: 15 minutes before and after school bell
Position Summary: Under general supervision, the Health Clerk ensures that basic health services are provided to students and staff members to maximize health and wellness in the school community. All duties must be performed in accordance with district and state board of education policies and procedures and state law regarding health care practice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned as related to Health Clerk position.Makes decisions and demonstrates leadership that supports the mission, vision, goals and interests of the district and of students. Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, staff and guests.Maintains confidentiality of student and staff information. Utilizes confidential and personal information for professional purposes only in accordance with school district policy and regulations.Responsible for clerical / secretarial duties associated with the effective performance of the duties of the health services office area. Maintains all student health records including dental, vision, hearing, immunization and physical examination records.Administers first aid to students and staff. Records each occurrence following the district standing health orders and policy.Supervises students who self-administer medication with appropriate documentation.Participates in maintaining accurate medical records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, physical examinations, and medical conditions and the related archival responsibilities. If state credentialed, performs mandated screening procedures for vision and hearing. Maintains confidentiality regarding all school and health-related issues.Maintains communication with the certified school nurse, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the health and safety needs of students. Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff. Compiles data for statistical purposes as directed.Maintains a daily log of student/staff visits and documentation of individual health records. Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies. Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.Completes work in an established time frame: seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed or pace is slow. Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles of the organization and changing environment. Consistently arrives at work on time and completes all tasks.Advises the certified school nurse or administrator immediately of the existence of any problems deemed to warrant prompt attention, advice or intervention.Attend training on new electronic office softwareAttend training and maintain certification in CPR, first-aid, and cardiac defibrillation.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Students and staff requiring health services.
In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and work environment required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualification Requirements:Completion of requirements for a high school diploma. A college or university degree is preferred.Experience in a business or school environment working with children.Knowledge and ability in the areas of public relations, writing, communications, and office management.Experience with electronic office software; e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, FileMaker Pro.Ability to speak, write and read in a language other than English is preferred.Skills Required:
Ability to read, interpret and write written and verbal information. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to speak effectively with students, staff and health care professionals.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in non-standardized settings. Ability to operate a computer and related software; such as, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in an Apple computer environment.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, operate office equipment, sit, and occasionally to reach with hands and arms.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds; such as files and paper supplies.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to change focus. Long-term use of computer monitors is required. Requires typing on the computer keyboard with frequent interruptions.The position requires the individual to meet deadlines with time constraints and to interact with the public and other workers.Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment varies.Work is usually conducted indoors. This work is normally conducted at a single school site. Occasional travel from one school site to another is possible.
Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated in accordance with district guidelines by the administrator.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive listing of the duties performed in this position. The individuals currently holding this position may perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Community Consolidated School District 62 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 62 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 62 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certificated employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for this opening should contact the office of the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
Revised: August 2020