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PREVENTION / INTERVENTION ASSISTANT

HIGHLY QUALIFIED STATUS (HQ): Individual selected into this position must be highly qualified. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent, and have completed the following requirements:
Completed at least 48 semester hours of credit at an accredited college or university; or, obtained an associate's degree or higher degree from an accredited college or university; or, passed the Para Pro Assessment prepared and administered by ETS with a score of at least 460.

Under the general direction of the site administrators, the Prevention/Intervention Assistant will implement a prevention-intervention model to support youth and families to promote academic success and increase graduation rates. The intervention model is a systems approach designed to help schools, parents, and youth identify the issues resulting in truancy and create solutions and support systems to change behavior. The Prevention/Intervention Assistant, Community Support Team, and family will address the truant behavior in a supportive, inclusive, and consistent manner.

The assistant is responsible for implementing comprehensive student assistance programs in assigned schools that address problems associated with truancy and declining academic performance.

• Function as a child advocate to promote acceptable school attendance for all students.
• Assist school administration in establishing a Community Support Team.
• Schedule ongoing meetings to review caseload progress.
• Consult with school personnel to encourage early identification of students with a pattern of irregular or poor attendance.
• Serve as a mentor to one or more students throughout the school year.
• Work with site administrators, families/guardians, teachers, truancy officers, and law enforcement officials on intervention processes to ensure student success.
• Consult with District Unity Support Coordinator and appropriate referral youth services for students involved with those agencies and develop a re‑entry process.
• Conduct home visits with the Community Intervention Team to identify reasons for insufficient attendance and promote support systems to change behavior.
• Collaborate with school administration and teachers to identify students academically at risk and, through the Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process, provide additional instructional support.
• Provide follow‑up case management, ongoing support, and feedback to schools and families.
• Work with school counselors to develop youth prevention/empowerment clubs.
• Participate in MTSS/Case Review meetings as needed.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college experience is desirable.
• Two (2) years of experience with students or parents in school or community agencies.
• Knowledge of basic parenting skills, student at‑risk behavior, truancy, instructional practices including Nevada State Standards, district organizational structure and functioning, and district and community resources as related to the position.

• Education:
  
  Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, social work, human development and family studies, humanities, criminal justice, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  Two (2) years of successful experience working with at‑risk students, preferably in an educational setting; experience consulting with families and community agencies; relevant investigative experience helpful.
• Knowledge of basic interviewing, counseling and casework principles and techniques; basic investigative techniques; report writing and record‑keeping; laws, regulations and procedures affecting truancy issues; and community resources.
• Skills:
  
  Communicating effectively with families, education personnel, various agencies and programs; appreciating cultural differences and maintaining respect for diverse backgrounds; maintaining confidentiality; establishing positive relationships with at‑risk youth; motivating youth, preparing and giving accurate written reports;…