Outreach Worker - Expectant and Parent Students (CHS) (SY21-22)

Title: Outreach Worker - Expectant and Parent Students (CHS) (SY24-25)

About Chelsea Public Schools:

The Chelsea Public Schools (CPS) is a gateway school system that welcomes and educates all students and families. In CPS, we believe all children are capable of achieving their personal best by ensuring a safe and supportive environment for school and classroom environments. The school system educates over 6,200 students in 11 schools, including a pre-K-1st grade school, 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, a virtual school, and 2 high schools. CPS is a culturally responsive school district. We believe that students learn best when they are engaged in meaningful relationships that fosters and promotes high expectations and risk taking. We are a district of multilingual students where languages are an asset to student development and growth. More information about CPS can be found on our website at www.chelseaschools.com/cps.

Responsibilities:     

 The Expectant and Parenting Student Liaison is responsible for supporting continued school attendance by transitioning students from 8^th to 9^th grade, supporting all Grade 9 students, and supporting expecting and parenting students in all grades. Responsibilities include the following:     

• Oversees various initiatives aimed at easing 8^th to 9^th grade transition, including but not limited to Intro to High School Week, Freshman Orientation, 8^th grade visits, 8^th grade student/parent nights, Grade 9 Quarterly Awards and End of Year Awards Night for 9^th
• Reviews and analyzes attendance reports/patterns for Grade 9 students. Facilitates attendance appeals.
• Enables freshmen to monitor academic progress, attendance, etc. by instructing students how to use “My Track” computer program.
• Serves expectant and parenting students from Grades 9-12 through pregnancy and subsequent return to school.
• Reviews and analyzes attendance reports/patterns for expectant/parenting students. Facilitates attendance appeals.
• Works with guidance, tutors and district Special Education to implement effective maternity leave home tutoring protocol.
• Meets regularly with young parents to improve academic outcomes and track progress toward graduation.
• Serves as resource and expert for services, including day care access, child support, financial assistance, etc.
• Strategically partners with the MGH School Based Health Center to coordinate academic, medical and mental health needs for students.
• Plans and runs expectant and parenting motherhood and fatherhood groups.
• Generates lists of at risk students; designs and implements strategic interventions to improve outcomes and decrease retention and dropout rates within the grade.
• Meets individually and in groups with students, families and community partners.
• Works with support staff including guidance counselors, social workers, deans, and special education staff to ensure equitable, strategic, and consistent services to students in need.
• Partners with Parent Liaisons at middle and high school levels to improve and leverage parent relationships.
• Advocates for accommodations with regard to attendance, academics, and services.
• Represents Chelsea High School on various city and regional planning and collaboration consortiums.
• Performs similar or related work as required.

Qualifications Required:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent 
2. Spanish bilingual required;
3. Familiarity and experience working with at risk youth;
4. Understanding  and experience navigating systems of support for young parents;
5. Experience in the area of education and community outreach;
6. Skill in relating to and communicating with groups and individuals, i.e., administration, coaches, teachers, students, parents, and community members;
7. Technical knowledge and experience;
8. Ability to analyze and interpret data;
9. Strong organizational skills; 
10. Must be able to conduct home visits,  and have vehicle available for use for home visits and CBO meetings;
11. Flexible schedule to attend evening meetings
12. Citizenship, residency or work authorization required

Qualifications Preferred:

• DESE license in Social Work and/or Guidance Counseling
• 1-3 years of experience working in a similar position 

Terms:

This is a non-bargaining position that is eligible for benefits. The position is year round, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch), 40 hours per week. At times, hours may need to be adjusted for evening meetings.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Chelsea Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Salary : $50,000 - $75,000