School Based Homeless/Newcomers Specialist - Rise Academy & High School Learning Center

Position Title: School-based Homeless/Newcomer Family Specialist

Location: Family Resource Center

Reports To: FRC - Partnership Directors

Job Overview: To identify students and families who are Newcomers and/or experiencing homelessness or housing instability and connect them with city and state resources.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate with the District point of contact and community to assist homeless and newcomer families in getting essential resources, family support, and well-being.

To advocate collaboratively with school administrators and staff to ensure homeless and newcomer students receive the educational, social, and emotional needs to succeed academically.

Monitor attendance and truancy of homeless and newcomer students and support with home visits if needed.

Conduct home visits and provide services in the field, including transportation.

Maintain documentation and records by Lawrence Public School policies.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree Preferred

Experience working with youth and families from inner-city communities.

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and an ethical mindset

Active listening, presentation, and conflict resolution skills

Extremely punctual and reliable, highly organized and detail-oriented.

Lawrence Resident Highly preferred

Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.

Work Year/Position Details: 52 - Clerk - CBA

Salary: 51,125.00 - $65,444.00

Other: Benefits in accordance with the Lawrence Public Schools guidelines

Position : 345610014

Location : CENTRAL OFFICE

Posting End : 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $51,125.00-$65,444.00