Family Services Specialist

Position: Family Services Specialist 2026-27
POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position of Family Services Specialist is done for the purpose/s of serving as a liaison for families, ensuring that students are successful in their learning.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

* Provides information and referral services for community support services

* Facilitates access to programs offered by community organizations

* Connects families with District services that support academic success and emotional well-being of students

* Provides resources and support for families and students to navigate the school system

* Collaborates with school staff to address student and family needs

* Maintains data as required for reporting purposes

* Identifies and markets opportunities for family engagement

* Participates in and may facilitate community engagement activities for families

* Implements communication systems using a variety of methods with a focus on serving families within the scope and duties of the position

* Advocates for families and students to connect them with resources and support

* Arranges for translation/interpretation services within the scope of the position

* May be required to participate in home visits

* Maintains professional boundaries within a community based role

* Develops and implements family support plans for students that qualify for McKinney-Vento and foster care services.

* Performs other job related duties as assigned

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

* Reports directly to and is supervised by the Supervisor of Family and Community Engagement with guidance from the principal or assistant principal

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required

* Associates degree or equivalent

* Minimum of two years working with families and children in a community organization

Preferred

* Bachelor's degree in social sciences, health, education or related field

* Minimum of two years working in a school setting

* Bilingual or multilingual

Allowable Substitutions

* Experience may be substituted for educational requirements

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

* Washington State Driver's License Preferred

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

* Knowledge of District Instructional Initiatives and Racial Equity

* Awareness of confidentiality requirements as stated in federal and state law and District policies and procedures

* Awareness of the impact of social and economic factors on families and students that impact student success

* Possesses knowledge of community resources accessible to families

* Understanding basic structure of schools

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

* Supports families/students in crisis situations through effective analysis, problem-solving and intervention as needed.

* Provides services in respectful and empathetic manner.

* Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.

* Demonstrates computer skills including word processing, data entry and maintenance of spread sheets and other data files.

* Ability to prioritize work with a focus on balancing crisis situations with support work for student success.

* Ability to collaborate with other school employees, parents and community members and organizations.

* Possesses the ability to connect with students and families who may have traditionally been disconnected from schools.

* Demonstrates situational awareness to positively impact families and students.

* Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations.

* Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements.

* Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

AISP pay range D $ 31.44 to $ 33.39/hour (starting pay is $ 31.44/per hour) 40 hours per week for a 192-day annual assignment. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement…