2023-24 School Year Only

182 days/year

7.5 hours/day

*NOTE This is a grant-funded position for the 2023-24 School Year Only*

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The job of SCHOOL – COMMUNITY LIAISON / DISTRICT SOCIAL WORKER was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for providing information on programs/services available to students and families as well as school and/or district activities and procedures; referring families to other agencies; and fostering an ongoing partnership between the home and school.

This job reports to Director of Student Services

Essential Functions

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  Assists in coordinating with community leaders and organizations for the purpose of building resources and expanding program capabilities.

• Distributes clothing, food and supplies for the purpose of providing items to disadvantaged students and their families.

• Communicates with parents on behalf of school (e.g. attendance and homework issues, available programs/services, completing paperwork, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that an ongoing partnership between the home and school is formed.

• Conducts parent meetings for the purpose of gaining information and/or discussing needs and problems involving students and their families.

• Enforces district and school policies for the purpose of maintaining safe and secure district facilities.

• Gathers data relative to incidents for the purpose of resolving issues and/or preventing conflicts.

• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. quantity reports, student activities, correspondence, internal audits, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

• Presents information on a variety of topics for the purpose of communicating information and/or gaining feedback.

• Researches a variety of topics (e.g. current practices, policies, education codes, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or recommendations and/or addressing a variety of program requirements.

• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.

• Responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources (e.g. parents, students, teachers, staff, outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required.

• Visits families and students in their homes for the purpose of assessing situations, improving communication, providing information regarding school policies and programs, and/or providing referrals.

• Prepares a variety of documents, reports and written materials (e.g. registrations, homeless lists, activity logs, phone logs, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to parents, staff; providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications)

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: planning and managing activities; preparing and maintaining accurate records; utilizing standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications, facilitating meetings; planning and managing programs; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: mental health conditions, child development, impact of family factors on child behavior and learning, school resources and organization, community resources and principles of a community services program; parenting skills; life skills; family support principles; and Social Work Best Practices; and concepts of grammar and punctuation.

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with culturally diverse populations, including those with limited English proficiency; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; and working flexible hours.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Required Testing: None Specified

Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, appropriate experiences and/or training

Continuing Educ./Training: as required

Certificates & Licenses: None Specified

Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status Exempt