Job detail
Health Assistant
Greater Bergen Community Action
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/16/2026
Location
Bergenfield, New Jersey
Salary
$27 - $31 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The health assistant monitors children's well-Being, manages medical records, and provides essential health education to families and staff. They also coordinate with nutrition services, perform health screenings, and ensure compliance with head start health mandates.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a nursing background, such as an lpn, cna, or cma, and experience in public, community, or school nursing. Proficiency in english and basic computer skills are required, with a valid nj driver's license preferred.
high schoolassociate degreeprofessional certificateTeamworkCommunicationNursingComputer skillsFirst aidData trackingCase managementHealth educationHealth screeningsPublic healthMedical record managementCommunity healthImmunization trackingAllergy protocols
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Vacation time
- Flexible spending accounts
- Medical plans
- Sick time
- Agency holidays
- Agency-paid life insurance
- Agency wellness initiatives