Health Specialist â Almost Home Afterschool Program
Health Specialist â Almost Home Afterschool Program
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Job Description
Now Hiring: Health Specialist - Almost Home Afterschool Program
Location: Shames JCC on the Hudson Tarrytown NY
Schedule: Monday-Friday 2:30-5:30 PM
Program Dates: August 25 2025 - June 26 2026 Follows Tarrytown and Irvington School Calendars
Do you have a warm calm presence and a passion for working with children Almost Home our vibrant afterschool program for K-5th grade students is seeking a compassionate and responsible Health Specialist to join our team.
Position Overview:
The Health Specialist acts as our programs on-site wellness lead-similar to a camp nurse-providing basic care and assessment for children who are feeling unwell or need minor first aid (band-aids ice packs etc.). This role also includes light administrative support and professional communication with parents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond to daily health-related needs of children in the program
- Provide basic first aid and monitor children feeling unwell
- Supervise any child waiting for early pick-up due to illness or injury
- Communicate professionally with families about health concerns
- Document all health visits in the medical log accurately and confidentially
- Support the site director with small administrative tasks as needed
What Were Looking For:
- Someone nurturing patient and great with kids
- Strong communication skills with both children and adults
- Minimum of current CPR/First Aid and RTE (Responding to Emergencies) certification (Training can be provided for the right candidate)
- Ability to follow health and safety protocols and maintain confidentiality
- Dependable and organized with the ability to multitask
Additional Info:
- Must be available for occasional early program days based on school calendar
- Program does not operate during school vacations or holidays
- This is a part-time position perfect for educators caregivers or anyone with youth experience and an interest in health/wellness
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
