Health Assistant (Apply directly with STEM School Highlands Ranch - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)
Job Description
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Job Posting Title:
Health Assistant (Apply directly with STEM School Highlands Ranch - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)
Job Description:
About Stem School Highlands RanchAt STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 free Charter School in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us on our goal to redefine limits and unleash potential.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
STEM School Highlands Ranch is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. We strive to maintain a work environment free from unlawful harassment and discrimination.
Our Core Beliefs:
1. Create an environment of respect and success.
2. Nurture unlimited human potential.
3. Leverage the power of collaboration.
4. Optimize resources.
5. Impact the world ethically and positively.
6. Reinvent and adapt.
What We Expect:
At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we expect our team members to be agile learners who design thoughtful and engaging initiatives that ensure maximum impact and engagement.
What You Can Expect:
You will join a community of committed professionals who engage in constant collaboration and innovation to nurture unlimited potential for both students and staff.
Benefits:
STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
● Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
● Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
● Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
● Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Health Assistant for the 2026–2027 school year to support students in grades 6–12. As the Health Assistant, you will positively represent the school and its mission to students, staff, and the broader community. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the receptionist and office team to ensure a welcoming, safe, and efficient environment that meets the needs of all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
● Collaborate effectively with school staff and administration
● Serve as a liaison between teachers, administrators, parents, and community healthcare providers
● Provide care for acute health needs, including emergencies
● Perform delegated health procedures in alignment with student healthcare plans and School Nurse Consultant training (e.g., diabetes, asthma, severe allergies support)
● Administer first aid in accordance with district guidelines, including treatment of head injuries, fractures, and lacerations
● Prepare medications for students attending field trips
● Maintain accurate and compliant documentation for all health room procedures, including medications and first aid
● Support the school nurse with vision and hearing screening programs
● Manage medication administration, including proper storage, documentation, authorizations, and required staff training
● Maintain confidential student health records in compliance with FERPA regulations
● Assist in managing communicable disease protocols and outbreaks
● Support immunization tracking and compliance under the direction of the School Nurse
Front Office Support:
● Answer phone calls and assist with attendance tracking
● Greet and assist visitors in a professional and welcoming manner
● Support the receptionist and front office staff as needed
● Assist students and families with check-in/check-out procedures
● Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
● Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism
● Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
● Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
● Ability to learn new systems quickly and efficiently
● Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Certification:
● Current First Aid and CPR Certification (Colorado)
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Schedule:
● Day shift
● Monday to Friday
● School Year: 2026 - 2027
● School Days: 173
● Grades 6-12
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This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: June 30, 2026
Compensation:
The pay range for this role is $17.80 - $27.45 USD per hour.
Responsibilities:
Ensure enrolling students meet the Colorado State immunization requirements prior to entering school; notify parents and school nurse consultant of incomplete immunization and/or noncompliance; omplete the annual immunization state report.
Notify school nurse consultant of reportable communicable diseases.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Perform delegated procedures in accordance with the student’s health care plan and training by the school nurse consultant, such as supervision and/or assistance with the daily management of a student’s diabetes, asthma, and severe allergies.
Document health related services in designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program as assigned.
Provide first aid for students per District guidelines, including caring forehead injuries, fractures, and lacerations.
Maintain appropriate documentation for all health room procedures, including medications, delegated procedures, and first aid in accordance with District guidelines.
Administer prescribed scheduled and non-scheduled medications to students in accordance with physician orders and District policy; prepare medication for students attending field trips.
Certifications:
First Aid & CPR Certification - Colorado
Education:
High School or Equivalent (Required)
Skills:
Position Type:
Charter School
Primary Location:
STEM Charter School
One Year Only (Yes or No):
No
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
FTE:
1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:
185 Work Days- (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
Minimum Hire Rate:
$17.80 USD Hourly
Maximum Hire Rate:
$22.63 USD Hourly
Full Salary Range:
$17.80 USD - $27.45 USD Hourly- All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.