McKinney Vento​/Foster Care Assistant - Title Department

Employment Type

Full-time (40 hours per week)

$17.53

A13, 10.75 months

Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Available annually

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

To assist the McKinney Vento and Foster Care Liaison in identifying and enlisting homeless families to participate in educational programs; and to perform administrative clerical functions in support of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

• Assist the Homeless Family Liaison in identifying and placing qualifying students under McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act in an educational program
• Work with Homeless Family Liaison to provide services for K-12 homeless students
• Communicate with parents and school personnel opportunities available for those eligible for the Homeless Educational Program
• Familiar with Child Welfare policies in relation to Homelessness and Foster Care and Best Interest Determinations (BID)
• Provide follow-up services with parents/guardians, unaccompanied youth, and school administrator/designee regarding students receiving homeless services
• Respond to inquiries from parents, school personnel and general public to provide information, resolve issues and/or refer to appropriate personnel for resolution
• Provide translational services for parents/guardians or unaccompanied youth regarding homeless services (i.e. requests, dispute resolution, etc.)
• Assist in the coordination with other inter-district departments as needed to provide required student services in a timely, efficient manner
• Maintain database of eligible students and monitor services to provide accurate record keeping for district, state and federal reporting
• Assist in the preparation of reports for district, state, and federal requirements
• Perform a variety of routine clerical tasks for assigned personnel in support of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

• High school education or equivalent required

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish (speaking, reading, writing) preferred

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Moderate proficiency in typing, with good accuracy; above average test battery
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience with general office procedures and standard office equipment
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, parents/guardians, district personnel, state personnel and general public
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); be tactful and diplomatic; maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines while working with frequent interruptions and minimum supervision; perform high volume detailed work with accuracy
• Ability to work evening meetings as needed

• Typically based in a school district office or individual school campuses
• Works closely with school counselors, social workers, teachers, administrators, and external agencies
• Co-ordinates with child welfare organizations, housing services, and transportation departments
• May require travel between school sites or community resources, sometimes using a personal or district vehicle
• Interacts with students and families in potentially sensitive or high-stress situations
• Basic lifting (e.g., carrying student files or school supplies under 25 lbs.)

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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