School Health Assistant - St. Augustine School - Barberton

Monday–Friday | 7:30am - 2:30pm | 35-Hours per Week

Type 1 Diabetes experience required.

Why Nurses Choose School-Based Roles at PSI

• No nights
• No weekends
• No holidays
• No summer work required (but available for some)
• Predictable daily schedule
• Relationship-based care (not task-based hospital pace)
• Opportunity to truly know your students and families

Why Nurses Stay at PSI

• Family-friendly schedule and true work-life balance
• Benefits available at 30+ hours/week
• PTO
• 401(k) with company contributions after first year
• Mentorship and onboarding support
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership

School Clinic Snapshot

• School clinic setting
• Independent clinic role with school team collaboration
• Consistent daily schedule
• Clear protocols and district health guidelines in place
• PSI support available if clinical or workflow questions arise

A Day in the Life of a School Health Assistant at PSI

As a School Health Assistant, you help support the health and wellbeing of students so they can focus on learning. Your day may include:

• Providing basic health support to students in the school setting
• Administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with routine healthcare needs
• Supporting communicable disease prevention and following established school health protocols
• Collaborating with school nurses, staff, families, and healthcare providers to support student care plans
• Maintaining accurate documentation and protecting confidential student health information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Following medication protocols and school health procedures to ensure safe care for students

Requirements

• Experience caring for children strongly preferred
• Experience supporting students with Diabetes, Asthma, Allergies, or Seizures preferred
• Knowledge of communicable disease prevention, medication protocols, and basic healthcare practices
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and the ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Strong collaboration and team-building skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills when working with students, families, and staff
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with employer contribution after first year
• Paid Time Off
• Professional development (available to eligible employees based on hours worked)

About PSI

For over 45 years, PSI has supported schools through integrated educational and health services built around the whole child model. Founded through collaboration between Cleveland Diocesan Schools and Kent State University clinicians, PSI was built on innovation, partnership, and student-centered care. Through our 2023 partnership with ESS, PSI continues expanding nationally while maintaining the local relationships and support clinicians value.

Our Commitment to You

At PSI, you are never “placed and forgotten.” You have access to recruiter support, leadership guidance, and a team that advocates for you throughout your career with PSI.