Homeless Liaison Specialist Job Anniston area,Alabama USA,Social Work

Position: Homeless Liaison Specialist (2026-120)

Homeless Liaison Specialist

Position is responsible for supporting the needs of the homeless student population and ensuring the delivery of mandated services to facilitate the student's attendance and access to appropriate education. Position assesses students and families; interprets laws relating to homeless students; works as a team member to develop intervention strategies; provides case management; monitors student progress; and makes referrals. Position also acts as a resource to school staff, conducts related training, and serves as the foster care point of contact.

Qualifications:

B.S. Degree (or higher) in Social Work
Valid Alabama Social Work License
Ability to collaborate with others
Good organizational skills
Record of sound moral character
Basic knowledge of computers
Prior experience in working with families and children – preferred.
Establishes and maintains effective, professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
Abides by the Alabama Educator Code of Ethics.
Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.
Valid Alabama Driver's License
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Interprets laws relating to homeless students; and ensures the delivery of mandated services.

Assesses students identified as homeless and makes visits to living areas/shelters to assess the family environment.

Collaborates with school staff to develop interventions for students identified as homeless and develops individualized service plans.

Implements case management services; monitors student/family progress and status; and makes referrals to other professional staff members or community agencies as needed.

Serves as a liaison between schools and such agencies/facilities as homeless shelters, social services, court services, and the police department to coordinate assistance for homeless students.

Provides families with information related to the needs of their child and acts as a resource to parents/guardians by providing family support activities and communicating available services.

Acts as a resource to school-based administrators, guidance counselors, teachers, and health services personnel regarding homeless students, interpretation of homeless/school attendance policies and laws, and record-keeping requirements.

Conducts training to school staff on school laws as it relates to the homeless student population; and recommends strategies for supporting the needs of these students.

Maintains necessary records ensuring confidentiality of students and their families and prepares related reports.

Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.

Follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by the Federal Programs Director or other appropriate administrator.

Length of Contract /

Terms:

202 Days / 10 Months

Compensation:
As per Board salary schedule for this position

This position will be subject to the Students First Act of 2011. Calhoun County Schools reserves the right to fill this position by transfer of a qualified applicant who is already employed by the Calhoun County School System.

Under the Students First Act of 2011, no credit toward tenure or non-probationary status is earned in the initial school year of employment if the date of hire occurs after September 30.

The Calhoun County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, national origin, religious belief, gender, or disability. Those applicants needing reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the school principal/supervisor or Superintendent's Office.