Family Engagement Liaison

Applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, social justice and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Associate’s degree in human services, social science, or related field (preferred), or work equivalent
2. Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, counseling or related field preferred
3. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems creatively required
4. Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, presentation and public relations skills
5. Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds of families
6. Ability to work a flexible schedule and participate in evening and weekend events as required
7. Advocacy experience preferred
8. Community organizing and engagement experience preferred
9. Experience with school, family, and community planning activities and programs preferred
10. Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk for long distances, climb stairs, and move frequently in and out of a car
11. 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

1. Develops and maintains relationships with families, school staff, and communities
2. Understands barriers related to attendance and how to effectively address those barriers alongside families
3. Provides direct intervention for chronically absent students and identified families who require additional resources and support
4. Holds attendance meetings in accordance with state guidelines
5. Creates and monitors attendance plans to include additional family support and student incentives
6. Conducts home visits
7. Collaborates with school leaders and families to improve two way communication from school to home
8. Liaises with a variety of public agencies and neighborhood-specific organizations providing services to youth
9. Supports school-wide and district-wide advocacy efforts
10. Supports drop-out recovery community outreach
11. Supports daytime and evening Office of Engagement activities.
12. Work positively toward meeting identified district and building improvement goals.
13. Maintain accurate, detailed records and submit required documentation in a timely manner.
14. Assume other responsibilities as determined by their supervising administrator that are within grant funding guidelines.
15. 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 31a Funds
• Salary Range: $16.57 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.

Salary : $17