What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning Leader School Safety/CCMR/Homeless Liaison position at Amarillo, Bell Street Location?
Primary Purpose:
To provide collaboration and coordination in the development and delivery of quality services to meet the needs of Region 16 clients.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
- Master's degree required
- Texas teaching and counseling certification required
- School Safety experience preferred
- Federal/State grant experience preferred
- McKinney-Vento experience preferred
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to relate well with others
- Self-motivated and customer service oriented with strong public/human relations, planning and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving skills required
- Strong communication skills required
- Required ability to travel for work outside of regularly scheduled work hours
Working Conditions:
- Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
- Posture: Must be physically able to tolerate prolonged sitting, frequent standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and standing
- Motion: Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing and walking, repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching, occasional driving
- Lifting: Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or more)
- Environment: Must be physically able to work inside; tolerate frequent districtwide travel and occasional statewide travel; regular exposure to noise
- Mental Demands: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours on occasion
- Regular Attendance is an essential function
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Communicates effectively to provide up-to-date information to district/campus personnel regarding developments, initiatives, and priorities at the state and federal level
- Provides training and technical assistance to districts regarding federal Title IV-A grant programs, including federal program updates, Outcomes and Measurable Objectives, Use of Funds, Application and Compliance.
- Provides training and technical assistance to districts on State grants related to school safety, i.e. School Safety Allotment, SAFE Cycle 1 and 2, Safety Standards Formula Grant
- Provides training, technical assistance, and support with Emergency Operation Plans (EOP), Standard Response protocol (SRP), Standard Reunification Method (SRM), School Safety Teams, and Threat Assessment Teams for districts
- Provides support and assistance related to school safety issues
- Monitors legislative changes and TEA guidance to proactively assess impact on district safety protocols and funding eligibility, and communicates actionable summaries to stakeholders.
- Coordinates services and trainings with other Region 16 departments as related to school safety, i.e. health, technology, PEIMS, counseling
- Plans and oversees the annual Region 16 School Safety Summit, including key notes, breakouts, vendors, and participants related to current safety and mental health concerns
- Maintains knowledge and skills in the area of school safety and mental health by engaging in ongoing professional development
- Collaborates with the CTE/CCMR Lead to develop professional development for CCMR
- Provides CCMR technical assistance for LEAs
- Assists in organizing Why Teach, Middle School Career Fair, High School College and Career Fair, CTE Conference
- Collaborates with the Regional Convener Lead and the Northwest Texas Innovation Zone Specialist
- Provide guidance and technical assistance to LEAs to ensure compliance with the McKinney-Vento Act and related Texas Education Agency policies
- Support school districts in the identification and immediate enrollment of students experiencing homelessness
- Foster partnerships with community organizations, shelters, social service agencies, and other entities to enhance services for students experiencing homelessness
- Helps coordinate the Region 16 Crisis Response Team
- Travels as a part of job responsibilities
- Maintains a functioning cell phone and is accessible through this phone as deemed appropriate by the service area director A functioning cell phone means that it is charged, activated, messages checked, and mailbox emptied regularly
- Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
- Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region
- Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters
- Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC strategic plan
- Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program
- Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures
- Manages time, calendar, and job responsibilities to meet deadlines
- Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
- Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Salary : $335 - $401
