Health Clerk Coordinator

Maranatha Christian Academy is committed to partnering with the school, home, and church in the education of students as they prepare to fulfill God’s call on their life. 

Through the provision of an of an outstanding school experience in academics, athletics, and the arts, Maranatha seeks to impart the values of wisdom, character, and serviceto each student. All employees of MCA have opportunity to disciple students in a biblical worldview.  

Application Category: Campus Services/Staff 

Days/Hours:  August 1-Last Friday after Memorial Day.  

     Part-time as assigned. 7:30am-3:30pm (1-2 days per week)

Job Classification: Exempt part-time employee with associated benefits 

Direct Report: Superintendent  

Position Overview 

Maranatha Christian Academy is seeking a committed Christian health leader who serves from a biblical worldview. The health clerkworks collaboratively with school administrators, faculty, staff and students to ensure a healthy and safe school populationwithin educational institutions. The health clerk serves as the health arm of the school and plays a vital role in maintaining a learning environment that serves the whole child. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities 

• Oversee all health office employees to ensure schedule coverage and procedural efficacy.
• Support the superintendent in health office supervision. 
• Ensure communicated scheduled coverage of health clerk hours to the superintendent. 
• Serve as a liaison between the school and health department and Wellbody KC (athletic trainer at MCA). 
• Lead in the development and implementation of health and safety procedures to address potential needs within the school. Be familiar with the MCA Crises plan and individual responsibilities. 
• Support development of and training in a Crisis Mitigation and Management Handbook as concerns physical health protocols. 
• Support safety drills with students and staff to ensure crises preparedness. 
• Work closely with the superintendent to ensure efficient operation of the health room, providing input and recommendations as needed. 
• Maintain First Aid/CPR instructor certification, monitoring the school CPR/First aid certification procedures. Track and ensure needed personnel certifications are up to date. 
• Conduct First Aid/CPR training for staff members as needed. 
• Establish and maintain organized filing and storage system for student health records. 
• Develop and maintain accurate health records for students’ health and immunization information and report necessary data to state and local health agencies as required by law. 
• Support the educational process as directed with presentations on topics such as school healthy habits, drug and alcohol abuse, and as otherwise directed. 
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records, recognizing that the release of student records is governed by Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) ("FERPA"). 
• Maintain inventory and supply list of school health office and crises shelters. 
• Provide parents with documentation for student health-related issues that may occur during the day. 
• Develop and monitor specialized student health plans, training faculty as needed in professional development to support those plans. 
• Generate and provide administrative reports twice yearly on a) school accidents, b) health office visits. Reports should be geared toward recommendations for improved school health. 
• Demonstrate an eye for detail and an ability to communicate professionally. 
• Assist with other duties as assigned. 

Educational Qualifications & Requirements 

• Completion of health training with advanced training specific to a school setting, e.g. first aid, CPR and AED Certifications. 
• Must be able to show patience, even temper, and interact with children and teenagers. 
• Ability to handle high-stress situations while maintaining composure.  
• Must be able to build trust and positive relationships. 

Licensures & Certifications 

• Preferred candidates would hold a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field. 
• Preferred candidates would hold an active nursing licensure for Kansas. 
• Preferred candidates would have pediatric experience. 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to run and respond swiftly during emergencies. 
• Move quickly in various situations. 
• Agility and flexibility for navigating school premises.
• Ability to stand, stoop, crawl, bend or kneel.