Attendance Coordinator Social Work

Certified Staff

Employed for a period of 185 days as set in the annual calendar. Reviewed annually with recommendation for re-employment by May 15. Reports to the Federal Programs Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Human Services, or related field preferred
• Substitute Certification (or eligible to obtain)
• Applicants having bilingual certification is highly encouraged, but not required
• Understanding of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, post-secondary transition planning, and the public school's relationship to the community and the families served
• Capacity to make thoughtful decisions based on facts, knowledge, and insight, and the courage to stand by the results
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, small and large groups, by correspondence or oral expression
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of student and family records
• Ability to organize, plan effectively, and guide students through educational and career transitions
• Possess an ethical and professional attitude toward colleagues and the policies of the District

Working Conditions:

• Employed in March with contract effective July 1
• Vacations, leave policies, and fringe benefits as stated in Board policies
• Spend the necessary time required to fulfill the duties of the position
• Be a member and participant in the activities of professional organizations vital to the development of professional excellence
• Opportunity to continue professional preparation with the prior approval of Administration
• Opportunity to attend professional meetings at district expense
• Work cooperatively with administration, district social workers, counselors, and staff throughout the district

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Possess a thorough understanding of, and an ability to relate to, youth and families experiencing homelessness and housing instability.
• Provide intensive, individualized case management services specifically for McKinney-Vento students to ensure access to resources, services, and opportunities needed to overcome barriers and achieve academic success.
• Work collaboratively with Sedalia 200 district social workers, school counselors, and staff to supplement and enhance existing student support systems.
• Provide targeted support in the areas of school stability and successful educational, grade-level, and post-secondary transitions.
• Facilitate immediate "warm handoffs" and seamless intake processes when students move between schools within the district or transfer into the district to maintain school stability.
• Guide and support high school McKinney-Vento students in preparing for college, career technical training, workforce entry, and other post-secondary opportunities.
• Assist high school seniors with post-secondary applications, FAFSA completion (including independent student verification for homeless youth), scholarship opportunities, and fee waivers.
• Connect students and families with needed district and community resources, including housing support, basic needs, health/dental care, and social services.
• Conduct home visits and outreach meetings with families to assess transition needs, foster trust, and act as a liaison between the home and the school district.
• Assist parents and students with enrollment, school placement, transportation arrangements, and maintaining stability in the school of origin when applicable.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with local community agencies, higher education representatives, vocational centers, and youth service providers.
• Assist parents in the facilitation of their support in their children's school adjustment and long-term academic goals.
• Educate parents and students regarding the social, emotional, physical, and academic needs necessary for successful transition into higher education or the workforce.
• Assist parents with enrollment information, including but not limited to free and reduced lunch forms and services available through Medicaid/Mo Health Net .
• Provide access to crisis and short-term intervention services for students in unstable housing situations.
• May transport students as needed following district protocols.
• Consult with school personnel regarding abuse, neglect, or housing instability cases.
• Attend regular and special meetings as required by administration and the District Homeless Liaison.
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may from time to time be assigned by the administration.