Parent & Family Engagement Liaison

Parent & Family Engagement Liaison

The Parent & Family Engagement Liaison works with parents/caregivers in collaboration with schools and community social service providers to support a parent/caregiver in the physical, social, emotional, and educational development of their child.

Minimum Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

A.

Education and Experience:

• Must have a bachelor's degree.
• Bachelor's degree in social work or other human-services related field from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Experience in early childhood development and special needs
• Fluent in English, Spanish preferred

B. Credentials:

• Active driver's license in order to complete home and community visits

C.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and respect for diverse cultural, linguistic, environmental, and family backgrounds, and the ability to apply this understanding to support students' learning and development.
• Knowledge of child development, including cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs, and the factors that influence these areas.
• Knowledge of relevant District, state, and regulatory laws, rules, and requirements, including those related to licensure, background checks, and ethical practice.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams, including families and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, demonstrating sensitivity, professionalism, and respect in all interactions with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and support positive relationships with families, including reinforcing the parent/caregiver role in a child's development.
• Ability to organize, prepare, and manage materials and information to support students, parents/caregivers, and program needs while handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, ethical decision-making, and confidentiality, particularly when communicating about students and families.
• Ability to work independently with initiative, demonstrating reliability, dependability, and effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel between multiple work sites as required, including possession of a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, required insurance, and compliance with the Employee Driving Policy.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as a liaison between parents/caregivers and the District, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Works with, encourages, and supports parents/caregivers of young children in a variety of settings, including homes, daycares, schools, and community sites.
• Links parents/caregivers with Lake County and community agencies and resources that provide social, educational, and family support services.
• Assists in coordinating Birth–5 services, providing parents/caregivers with education, information, and referrals related to early intervention supports and programming
• Facilitates parent universities, training sessions, and family engagement activities aligned with the goals of the Mountaintop Project, Preschool For All (PFA) and Preschool For All Expansion (PFAE) programs.
• Supports parents/caregivers in their role as their child's primary educator and advocate, including strategies to reinforce learning and development at home.
• Ensures that parent/caregiver outreach and engagement efforts are aligned with the mission, vision, and guidelines of the Mountaintop Project, PFA and PFAE programs.
• Maintains regular, professional communication with parents/caregivers, team members, program leadership, and external stakeholders while ensuring confidentiality.
• Attends required meetings related to participating children and families, to support Mountaintop Project, PFA and PFAE programs.
• Prepares, organizes, and maintains accurate records, case notes, surveys, and documentation required for program compliance and reporting.
• Facilitates the timely and accurate completion and submission of required documentation by team members in accordance with program guidelines.
• Completes closing and exit documentation for children transitioning out of the program in compliance with Mountaintop Project procedures.
• Maintains productivity expectations, data systems, and databases, including records of current and potential community partnerships and resources.
• Continuously researches, develops, and maintains partnerships with agencies and organizations that support families with young children.
• Collects and analyzes parent/caregiver feedback and survey data to assess program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Discusses and reviews family and community trends, concerns, and needs with the program leadership to inform planning and service delivery.
• Participates in required professional development, training, and meetings at the district, county, and program levels.
• Performs other related duties as assigned in support of the Mountaintop Project, PFA and PFAE program goals.

Staff Supervision:

• Not applicable

The above statements are intended to…