Health Care Assistant

SALARY DETAILS

APPLICATION FILING DATES

Open: 02/11/2025

Close: 03/04/2025

Note: The Division of Special Education is seeking multiple qualified and passionate candidates for the Health Care Assistant position. As such, the close date is tentative and may change to a later date as needed.

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life.

LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

**LAUSD EMPLOYEES: Please be advised that all LAUSD employees must sign in to the GlobalProtect Virtual Private Network (VPN) in order to submit an application from an external network outside of an LAUSD location. For assistance with installing the GlobalProtect virtual network, please contact Information Technology Services at (213) 443-1300 or (213) 241-5200 or via their page (https://www.lausd.org/helpdesk) available Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 AM PST to 5:00 PM PST.**

THE POSITION

PROMOTIONAL STATUS IS REQUIRED FOR THIS RECRUITMENT

You MUST be a current or retired employee of LAUSD with 130 paid days in regular status in the Classified Service OR permanent status in the Certificated Service OR have been laid-off within the past 39 months from a regular, permanent LAUSD position in which you passed probation. Laid-off employees' eligibility as a promotional candidate expires at the end of their 39-month period; as such, laid-off employees applying for promotional career opportunities may not be eligible to complete the assessment process or may be removed from the employment eligibility list once their eligibility as a promotional candidate expires.

At LAUSD, Health Care Assistants assist teachers and nurses by helping in the training and education of disabled students by presenting educational material or exercises and applying approved medical procedures. 

The position performs authorized medical procedures for disabled students in addition to performing the duties of a Special Education Assistant. 

General supervision is received from a Supervising Special Education Assistant or a certificated administrator.  Technical supervision over special medical procedures is received from a School Nurse.  No supervision is exercised over other employees. 

This position is part of the Division of Special Education. Health Care Assistant positions are typically offered for six (6) hours/day and work a “C” Basis work calendar.

JOB DUTIES

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Performs or assists the School Nurse with basic nursing care and protocols.  These protocols may  include: catheterization, gastrostomy tube feeding, oral suctioning, ostomy care, tracheostomy suctioning, and other procedures as assigned by the School Nurse. 
• Performs a variety of activities pertinent to training, disciplining, and tutoring in order to inculcate habits, knowledges, and skills in disabled students.  
• Presents lessons to a student or group of students and may check accuracy of students' work and present additional assignments as directed by the teacher.  
• Cleans medical equipment as prescribed by the School Nurse. 
• May obtain food from kitchen, serve food, and feed students or help them feed themselves. 

Please Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities of this position. For a comprehensive list of duties performed, please refer to the class description via our website https://www.lausd.org/Page/18661.

BENEFITS

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).

Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days. 

NOTE: Positions in this job classification may be offered on a 10 or 11 month basis - salary and paid time off for 10 or 11 month positions will be adjusted accordingly.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Health Care Assistant (HCA) position has experience working in various District Special Education programs and grade levels. They are committed to excellent year-round attendance, recognizing the importance of their role and its impact on the educational success of our students. If successful in the assessment process and placed onto the eligibility list, they will accept a position if offered.

 Additionally, they are:

• Confident working independently and are able to collaborate with School Nurses as appropriate, understanding that not every school site will have a full-time School Nurse.
• Committed to following District and professional health protocols, including possessing the required respect, ability, and willingness to execute private and intimate protocols such as catheterization and suctioning.
• Physically capable and willing to perform the job, possessing the physical dexterity required to perform protocols.
• Respectful of the boundaries of their role, knowing when to refer to appropriate certificated staff, maintaining professional relationships with families, etc.
• Resilient, flexible, adaptable, and willing to travel to multiple school sites, as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (EDU/EXP)

EDUCATION: In compliance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015 and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards:

Paraprofessionals who provide instructional assistance are required to possess a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following:

Completion of 48 semester units or 72 quarter units from a recognized college or university;

OR

Possession of an associate’s or higher degree, from a recognized college or university;

OR

Receipt of a passing score on the District Proficiency Test and the Instructional Assistance Test;

AND

Twelve (12) college semester units or eighteen (18) quarter units in courses such as child growth and development, sociology, psychology, health, education, or courses directly related to the physical care or psychology of the disabled are required.  Additional courses in art, English, history, mathematics, and nursing are preferable. 

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of paid experience assisting teachers in providing classroom instruction and in caring for the physical and social needs of students with disabilities.

or

   One (1) year of paid experience in an education program for children with disabilities and current status as a permanent Special Education Assistant. 

NOTE: Applicants who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a county other than the United States, must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Please be sure to request a “Detailed” evaluation report. Please be sure to use degree evaluation service agencies from the following approved agencies:  http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/c1635.pdf

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (SPECIAL)

Candidates MUST upload copies of all Special Documents containing asterisks*** under the “Other Documents” field in their applicant profile.

SPECIAL: 

1. A Los Angeles Unified School District Food Handler's Certificate must be obtained upon appointment and renewed annually.
2. ***A First-Aid Certificate ISSUED BY the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must be kept valid during the term of employment.  
3. ***A CPR Certificate ISSUED BY the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must be kept valid during the term of employment.
4. Ability to speak a foreign language may be required for some positions.  
5. Successful completion of the District Health Care Assistant class is required at the time of appointment.
6. A valid California Driver License and use of an automobile may be required for some positions. 

PROMOTIONAL STATUS IS REQUIRED. You must be a current or retired employee of LAUSD with 130 paid days in regular status in the Classified Service or permanent status in the Certificated Service or have been laid-off within the past 39 months from a regular, permanent LAUSD position in which you passed probation. Laid-off employees' eligibility as a promotional candidate expires at the end of their 39-month period; as such, laid-off employees applying for promotional career opportunities may not be eligible to complete the assessment process or may be removed from the employment eligibility list once their eligibility as a promotional candidate expires.

EMPLOYMENT SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process for this recruitment may include Computerized Multiple-Choice Tests, a Technical Interview, and four (4) MANDATORY Training Sessions. Please ensure that your application materials are complete and include a full representation of your education and work experience.

Application materials (your candidate profile, resume, and supplemental questionnaire) will be evaluated in relation to the background, experience, and competencies identified for successful performance in this job. As such, please make sure that you describe in DETAIL your experience, education, and training that most closely relates to this position in your application.

***Please be sure to include correspondence from @lausd.net AND @successfactors.com as an approved sender so that messages are not accidentally placed into your spam/junk e-mail folder.***

For more information about the LAUSD employment assessment process, visit the 'My LAUSD Career' section of our website at http://www.lausdjobs.org.

TENTATIVE UPCOMING ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE

PLEASE NOTE: The testing, training, and interview dates are tentative and subject to change.

Applicants must meet all entrance qualifications/requirements and successfully pass or complete steps 1-4 listed below to be placed on the Eligibility List for this classification. Candidates only move to the next step after successfully completing the preceding step.

1. Computerized Multiple-Choice Test #1

2. Technical Interview

3. Health Care Assistant 24-Hour Training: These are MANDATORY training sessions for the Health Care Assistant employment assessment process. There may be 3-4 days TOTAL with a minimum of 2 days in person.

4. Computerized Multiple-Choice Test #2

IMPORTANT: If you are unable to or unwilling to attend any of the steps listed above, you will NOT move forward in the employment assessment process. Candidates will NOT be allowed to reschedule any of the testing, training, or interview dates. Please plan accordingly.

Testing and Interview Location(s): At this time, the tentative plan is to conduct the Computerized Multiple-Choice Tests and the Technical Interviews virtually via Zoom. This plan is subject to change.

Training Location(s): Mandatory in-person training will be held on Saturdays. Location pending.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please note that in order to be considered as an applicant for this position; you will need to submit an on-line application including a resume. Interested applicants must apply through our “new” online application system.  As a District employee you MUST log in using your SSO to complete your application. Please contact Mercedes Quintanilla at m.quintanilla1@lausd.net with any questions regarding this position or our application process.

DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION?

Email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net or call 213-241-3455, weekdays from 8:00 AM PST to 4:30 PM PST. To find out whether the application deadline has been extended, visit the website at: https://careers.lausd.org/pc. The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.

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ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

For inquiries or complaints contact our Equal Opportunity Section, (213) 241-7685.

Selection and promotion are based on a competitive employment assessment process. Candidates who pass all parts of the assessment process are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list based on their assessment score. Hiring departments may make job offers to candidates on the top three ranks of the hiring list. Eligibility typically lasts for 12 months. The hiring list resulting from this assessment process may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications.

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