Family Engagement Liaison

Building:

Indian Woods Elementary

Position:

Family Engagement Liaison

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

18.75 Hours per Week

Effective:

Immediately

Allocation:

1.331.09.2491.3190

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in human services, social science, or related field (preferred), or work equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, counseling or related field preferred

Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems creatively required

Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, presentation and public relations skills

Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds of families

Ability to work a flexible schedule and participate in evening and weekend events as required

Advocacy experience preferred

Community organizing and engagement experience preferred

Experience with school, family, and community planning activities and programs preferred

Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk for long distances, climb stairs, and move frequently in and out of a car

Possess a valid MI driver’s license and satisfactory driving record which includes no at-fault accidents or moving violations during the past year, or no more than one at-fault accident or moving violations during the past three years and no DUI (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs) convictions

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops and maintains relationships with families, school staff, and communities

Understands barriers related to attendance and how to effectively address those barriers alongside families

Provides direct intervention for chronically absent students and identified families who require additional resources and support

Holds attendance meetings in accordance with state guidelines

Creates and monitors attendance plans to include additional family support and student incentives

Conducts home visits

Collaborates with school leaders and families to improve two way communication from school to home

Liaises with a variety of public agencies and neighborhood-specific organizations providing services to youth

Supports school-wide and district-wide advocacy efforts

Supports drop-out recovery community outreach

Supports daytime and evening Office of Engagement activities.

Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals.

Maintain accurate, detailed records and submit required documentation in a timely manner.

Assume other responsibilities as determined by their supervising administrator that are within grant funding guidelines.

Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groups.

Salary Data:

1 School Year Contract Part-Time

Section 31aa Funds

Salary Range: $17.07 or per negotiated agreement

3rd Party Contract

SUMMARY

Family Liaisons work to meaningfully strengthen the connection between school, home and the community and specifically focus on neighborhoods in their assigned region. Family Liaisons support efforts to increase student attendance by building upon family strengths, providing resources, and supporting ongoing advocacy that informs division programs and policies. Family Liaisons are an integral part of the Community hub model which is centered on helping families build protective factors that when present increase the overall health and wellbeing of children and families.

NOTE REGARDING Section 31a: This position is funded through the Section 31a grant. In addition to other specified conditions of employment, the applicant understands that no guarantee of continued employment, beyond the availability of the funds, is expressed or implied by the Port Huron Area School District.