Rolling Meadows High School is seeking exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to helping all students maximize their learning while achieving success with our district goals. A strong academic background is essential. We are looking for candidates who will assist RMHS create an exemplary learning community where everyone seeks and implements strategies for improving student achievement and growth; works collaboratively in professional learning communities to achieve goals with a common purpose focused on student learning; and demonstrates a commitment to the success and well-being of all members of our school community.
We expect that all staff members make a significant contribution in the broader life of our school through extending their leadership to our school committees, professional learning teams and in the co-curricular arena as we embrace diversity, equity and inclusion work to create a more inclusive school community.
The Health Services Supervisor II supervises the school health program and staff which meets the existing needs and identifies future needs of all students, including special populations, the school, and the community.
There will be considerable contact with staff, students, parents, and the general public, which requires the ability to deal with people courteously and tactfully. An employee in this position works within clearly established systems and procedures, must exhibit organizational skills, and exercise independent judgment and confidentiality in performing duties.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Holds valid Registered Professional Nurse license with experience in an immediate care setting.
- Must have knowledge of health office practices, procedures, and equipment.
- Must have physical ability to lift/move patients, supplies, materials, and office equipment.
- Must demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills to communicate in person and over the telephone clearly and distinctly with students, staff, parents, and the general public.
- Must have possession of a valid Red Cross First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/AED Certificate.
- Must project a positive image of the district to staff, students, parents, and the public and exhibit a positive employee attitude.
SPECIFIC DUTIES: - Oversees and participates in local comprehensive health planning (immunization clinics, blood drives, flu vaccination programs).
- Oversees the maintenance and procedures of health records.
- Provides Communicable Disease reports to the Department of Public Health and alerts school administration of health trends and problems.
- Supervises and evaluates staff and provides leadership in the day to day functioning of the health office in their assigned building(s).
- Oversees and reviews implementation of emergency care procedures and the reporting of accidents for students and staff under the jurisdiction of school.
- Responds and assists with medically related tasks and emergencies in their assigned building(s).
- Administers compliance with physical and immunization regulations.
- Is the liaison between school, student, parent, and physician regarding the student’s health status when under a physician’s care.
- Oversees and conducts vision screenings, making the necessary referrals for follow-up when indicated under a physician’s care. Connects families to available resources.
- Oversees the review and revision, the objectives, standards, policies, and operating procedures of the health office and the total school health program for approval by the administration.
- Provides leadership in health care related matters on the problem-solving team and makes educational adaptations as necessary for individual student needs.
- Supervises the process and implementation of health care plans, medication management, medical 504 plans, and individual care plans (diabetes, seizures, asthma) to ensure consistency across the district.
- Coordinates, conducts and maintains records of mandated training for health care office staff.
- Coordinates, conducts and maintains records of mandated training for school staff who work with students with unique medical needs.
- Seek and facilitate opportunities and partnerships with community agencies that benefit the health and wellness of students and staff.
- Oversees the review and revision of the standard operating procedure manual every two years, consulting with the medical advisory board.
- Gathers and evaluates information for the health and development component of the case study and IEP process.
- Conducts and provides an annual review, analysis, and report of district health data to the administration.
- Manages and plans the annual budget for the school health program, making recommendations for facilities, equipment, and supplies.
- Provides ongoing communication to the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and student services administration team on best practices regarding the health and wellness of students.
- Collaborates with district and building leadership to ensure equity is infused in practice and remains at the forefront of efforts to disrupt inequities.
LENGTH OF CONTRACT - 195 Day Assignment
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: In addition to completing an online application, all candidates are required to provide all of the following as separate items electronically:
- A single page cover letter indicating interest in the position;
- A resume listing personal data, education, training and experience; and
- Three current letters of recommendation.
Click the RED "APPLY" button above to begin an online application.
Please be aware that as a requirement of your application you will be invited to complete a digital interview via RIVS (Interviewstream). The invitation will come to your email and the RIVS (Interviewstream) system gives you ten (10) calendar days to complete the interview from the time the invitation is issued.
Keep in mind that the interview must be completed before you can submit your application, even if the interview expiration is beyond the date of the application deadline. Therefore, all your application materials, interview included, must be submitted by the application deadline.
Please email hresources@d214.org to request an extension.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our district.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity,
sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.