Education Liaison
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Non-exempt Job
Summary:
This position is the primary liaison and educational champion in the areas of education for dependency children.
Liaison between Family Support Services (FSS), Duval County Public School (DCPS)l, Cas Management Office (CMO), Children Legal Service (CLS) and Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) programs to meet the educational needs of the children under FSSs supervision and to facilitate the implementation of the interagency agreement between FSS and the Duval County Public Schools and requirements under ESSA.
Facilitate Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and Early Education staffings and attend any related Multidisciplinary Team meetings if needed.
Provides advanced knowledge and expertise in the local, state and federal laws that govern education in child welfare, act as an expert in educational best practices; participate in meetings, activities, and initiatives at local, and state organizations.
Monitor, facilitate and consult with caregivers, CMOs, GALs and service providers to ensure that the best education decisions are made for students in FSSs system of care including identifying students who meet the legal requirements for a surrogate parent Provide educational information when appropriate to CMOs and provide training as requested for PRIDE, Pre-Service and for the system of care.
Review all shelter information with the DCPS liaison to ensure a smooth transition into care.
Oversee transportation requests and work towards ensuring DCPS is notified of any changes so there is no lapse.
Attend job related trainings, meetings, events and participate in special projects as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications Education:
Bachelors degree required.
Experience:
Familiar with the Duval and Nassau County Schools.
Ability to navigate the school system, policies, regulations, procedures, MOU's and adhere to Federal Guidelines.
Knowledge of educational practices and policies including IEP, 504, and specialized education plans.
Proficient in facilitating meetings and staffings.
Minimum
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Computer proficiency needed.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as IEPs, 504 plans, contracts, manuals, journals, and financial reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, caregivers, service providers and school personnel.
Ability to write reports, and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before small and large groups.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts.
Ability to create budgets.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with minimum direction.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Must be organized and detail oriented.
Employee must be able to complete paperwork, computer tasks and drive to locations within greater Jacksonville.
Other Requirements:
Clear a Level II background screening.
Clear a reference check (professional and personal).
Clear a local background check from the County in which you reside.
Clear a substance abuse screen.
Provide a copy of all degrees prior to your first day of employment.
Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check.
Provide proof of, and maintain a minimum personal auto liability insurance level $100,000/$300,000 (if required).
Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.
dhs.
gov/e-verify).
Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Non-exempt Job
Summary:
This position is the primary liaison and educational champion in the areas of education for dependency children.
Liaison between Family Support Services (FSS), Duval County Public School (DCPS)l, Cas Management Office (CMO), Children Legal Service (CLS) and Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) programs to meet the educational needs of the children under FSSs supervision and to facilitate the implementation of the interagency agreement between FSS and the Duval County Public Schools and requirements under ESSA.
Facilitate Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and Early Education staffings and attend any related Multidisciplinary Team meetings if needed.
Provides advanced knowledge and expertise in the local, state and federal laws that govern education in child welfare, act as an expert in educational best practices; participate in meetings, activities, and initiatives at local, and state organizations.
Monitor, facilitate and consult with caregivers, CMOs, GALs and service providers to ensure that the best education decisions are made for students in FSSs system of care including identifying students who meet the legal requirements for a surrogate parent Provide educational information when appropriate to CMOs and provide training as requested for PRIDE, Pre-Service and for the system of care.
Review all shelter information with the DCPS liaison to ensure a smooth transition into care.
Oversee transportation requests and work towards ensuring DCPS is notified of any changes so there is no lapse.
Attend job related trainings, meetings, events and participate in special projects as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications Education:
Bachelors degree required.
Experience:
Familiar with the Duval and Nassau County Schools.
Ability to navigate the school system, policies, regulations, procedures, MOU's and adhere to Federal Guidelines.
Knowledge of educational practices and policies including IEP, 504, and specialized education plans.
Proficient in facilitating meetings and staffings.
Minimum
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Computer proficiency needed.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as IEPs, 504 plans, contracts, manuals, journals, and financial reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, caregivers, service providers and school personnel.
Ability to write reports, and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before small and large groups.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts.
Ability to create budgets.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with minimum direction.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Must be organized and detail oriented.
Employee must be able to complete paperwork, computer tasks and drive to locations within greater Jacksonville.
Other Requirements:
Clear a Level II background screening.
Clear a reference check (professional and personal).
Clear a local background check from the County in which you reside.
Clear a substance abuse screen.
Provide a copy of all degrees prior to your first day of employment.
Clear a Motor Vehicles Records check.
Provide proof of, and maintain a minimum personal auto liability insurance level $100,000/$300,000 (if required).
Clear an E-Verify check to substantiate that the successful candidate meets the Department of Homeland Security authorization requirements to work in the United States (for more information visit www.
dhs.
gov/e-verify).
Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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