MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

LOCATION: Evergreen High School

REPORTS TO: Building Principal/School Nurse

DEPARTMENT: Elementary/Secondary

Hours / Work Times

1.5 Hours Per Day (7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 01/17/2023.

A valid First Aid/CPR card must be submitted to Classified Personnel within 30 days of hire. Only courses with a "hands-on" component taught by a certified instructor are acceptable.

Position Duration: Permanent

Classification Group: Paraeducator Class II

**Click this link to find the salary schedule associated with this position PSE Large Group Salary Schedule

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA.

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints. Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

STANCE STATEMENT:

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

SUMMARY STATEMENT:

The medication administration staff assistant is responsible for the administration of oral medications to students, under the training, direction, and supervision of the school nurse, and in accordance with District policy and State law. The medication administration staff assistant reports to the building principal for day-to-day supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and the general public.
• Administer oral medications to individual students as directed by the school nurse.
• Ensure that students take medication(s) as directed, including calling them to the office if necessary.
• Maintain accurate, legible, log of medications administered, and health related activities and communication.
• Maintain medications in a clean, locked cupboard to ensure safety. Maintain order and cleanliness of health room and other work areas.
• Work with the building school nurse to report any side effects, reactions, or unusual behaviors.
• Work with students and parents to ensure there is enough medication(s) on hand.
• Perform First Aid/CPR as necessary.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist office staff as time permits by answering the telephone and/or performing light clerical duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:

MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY:

Pen and writing implements, markers, forms, telephone, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions as listed above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of one year of office experience, or equivalent training.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and the general public.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions as delegated by the school nurse and/or principal.
• Demonstrated ability to gain the cooperation of students.
• Must be able to write legibly.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Must possess organizational skills and the ability to follow through.
• Must possess or be able to acquire a First Aid/CPR card within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
• The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: