QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of fifteen (15) college semester hours in health, social services, or related subjects.
2. Membership in or knowledge of the migrant population.
3. Knowledge of a foreign language preferred.
4. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with parents and school personnel.
5. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule.
6. Knowledge of community service organizations.
7. Valid Florida driver’s license.
8. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups, and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
9. Knowledge of current computing technologies and software applications appropriate to the position’s job responsibilities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions:
1. Assists school principals with the identification, recruiting, and enrolling of eligible children for program services.
2. Assists target families in obtaining health and social services which will help support children.
3. Assists program personnel in the planning and implementation of parent involvement activities.
4. Interprets and applies federal laws and guidelines for program participation, including adherence to specified grant guidelines.
5. Obtains parental approval for a child’s participation in or eligibility for parental involvement activities.
6. Makes home visits when necessary to collect or deliver information.
7. Provides transportation on an emergency basis for parents and children for meetings at school or other designated sites.
8. Establishes and maintains a file of community services, including names of agencies, organizations and/or individuals, the nature of services provided, and the qualifications necessary to obtain services. Submits reports of activities as required.
9. Assists and participates in staff development activities, including training in CPR/first aid.
Performance Effectiveness Criteria:
In addition to the employee being responsible for each of the performance responsibilities listed herein, periodic and special reports to the Board and other entities will be provided regarding the impact of this position with respect to progress toward annually established District and Divisional goals and objectives for, but not necessarily limited to, the following areas: 1) Student Performance, 2) Customer Service, 3) Fiscal Accountability and Responsibility, 4) Process Efficiencies and Improvements, and 5) Employee Learning and Growth.
Additional Job Functions:
1. Follows adopted policies and procedures in accordance with School Board priorities.
2. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District’s Mission Statement.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.
New: 04/79
Revised: 10/97
Salary Level: M10
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Capable of lifting/carrying 20 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.; some physical activity required.