Coordinate and facilitate the provision of appropriate resources and supports to identified students to help them stay in school and graduate; encourage parent/caretaker involvement in the educational process of their student; provide individualized support to students and families.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESBuild and Maintain Effective Relationships
- Develop good working relationships with school staff, parents, volunteers and community partners
- Provide orientation and training for school staff, volunteers and community partners as needs are identified
- Complete and implement an Annual Site Operation+ plan with the school site team - appropriate school staff, Graduation Coach, and major partners and service providers
- Communicate with school principal or designee on a regular basis to seek input and report on program progress
- Partner with all school staff that focus on student support services
- Coordinate Needed Services for Students and Families
- Assist in seeking resources for the school community and connecting resources to meet identified needs
- Coordinate with CIS and school staff to identify the social service, educational, vocational and cultural needs of students and families
- Design, implement, and coordinate an array of programs, services and resources that will benefit students at risk as well as the entire student population (Tier I, Tier II and Tier III Integrated Student Supports)
- Provide and document short-term, crisis intervention service on an as needed basis
- Provide Case Management Services
- Provide case management to students with multiple identified needs/risk factors (Tier II and Tier III Supports)
- Conduct home visits and hold school conference to build one-on-one relationships with students and families
- Check attendance and contact parents of absent students
- Provide appropriate referrals to outside agencies for students and families
- Maintain a case file on each student case managed (Student Support Plan)
- Collect, Report and Analyze Data
- Collect data, compile and complete required reports utilizing the approved data management system (CISDM)
- Utilize available data to adjust Annual School Support Plan as appropriate
- Retain records for all services and activities provided and enter into CISDM (data management system)
- Attend meetings, training events, and other meetings as requested by Executive Director or school principal
- Participate fully in orientation and training, meetings, and other activities as required.
- Carry out other duties as determined by the Executive Director and/or Board of Directors for the successful operation of the program
- QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in social work, social sciences, education, or a related field, master's degree preferred
- Three or more year's experience in working with schools and/or families and children
- Basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong management and organizational skills
- Familiarity with education, health and human services, juvenile justice, and other family support services
- Able to work independently, meet deadlines, have the ability to multi-task, possess innovative and creative problem-solving abilities, be resourceful and function as an effective team member
- Valid Georgia driver's license and proof of vehicle liability insuranceBenefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:Education:Ability to Commute:- Mc Intyre, GA 31054 (Required)
Work Location: In person