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Family Advocate - .40 Fte Bilingual / .60 Fte General (herman Leimbach Elementary School)



Job Description / Essential Elements:

ELK GROVE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASS TITLE: FAMILY ADVOCATE - BILINGUAL

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide primary language assistance to families to improve the wellbeing of students by providing support services to families with various issues such as poverty, unemployment, Child Protective Services referrals, pregnant/parenting teens, and drug or alcohol related issues; assist families with education and health needs, social services, finding shelter, job placement, handling bereavement and other needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide support to students and families to improve the well-being of students; provide support services to families with various special and economic situations such as poverty, unemployment, Child Protective Services referrals, pregnant/parenting teens, and drug or alcohol related issues; assist children and parents with access to Healthy Start, public assistance, housing, employment, health, and other community services and resources.

Assist families with education and health needs, social services, finding shelter, job placement, bereavement and other needs; establish and maintain contact with families to monitor their needs, identify issues and coordinate support in times of crisis; assist families develop goals, objectives and strategies to resolve issues and strengthen the socioeconomic and educational well-being of families.

Provide translation and interpreting services to families.

Read, write, translate and interpret English to families.

Read, write, and translate a specific language other than English to families.

Assist with the expansion of recreational, youth developmental and other programs for children; arrange meetings with various neighborhood organizations and parent groups; interact with businesses and community agencies to enhance support for Healthy Start.

Assist in planning, scheduling and conducting parent education programs; assist with the coordination of academic support and tutoring programs for children and parents; participate in various training activities; assist families with completing various documents and applications.

Participate in and encourage parent involvement in school programs and activities by supporting community awareness, parent volunteer services and neighborhood development projects.

Communicate with families, teachers, school nurses and psychologists, counselors and others to assess the needs of families, facilitate referrals, exchange information, and resolve issues and concerns; maintain contact with service providers regarding family progress.

Attend and participate in assigned conferences, School Attendance Review Board hearings and meetings; operate a vehicle to travel to various sites as assigned.

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Prepare and maintain records and reports related to family issues.

Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and assigned software.

Perform related duties as assigned.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Social work concepts and principles.

Principles of child development and early childhood education.

Crisis intervention techniques.

Telephone techniques and etiquette.

Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

Oral and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Record-keeping techniques.

Operation of standard office equipment, including a computer and assigned software.

Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language.

ABILITY TO:

Provide support services to families with various issues.

Read, write, translate and interpret English.

Read, write, and translate a specific language other than English.

Assist families with education and health needs, social services, finding shelter, job placement, handling bereavement and other needs.

Establish and maintain direct communication between Healthy Start, families, service providers and various organizations.

Learn, apply and explain policies, objectives and guidelines of Healthy Start.

Learn principles of adult education and training.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Work effectively with individuals of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Prepare and maintain records and reports.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Plan and organize work.

Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.

Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

Hear and speak to exchange information in person and on the telephone.

See to read a variety of materials.

Sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Bend at the waist, kneel or crouch to reach various materials.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Any combination equivalent to: high school graduation and one year of experience in a community or social service agency.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

HAZARDS:

Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.

Potential for contact with dissatisfied and abusive individuals.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements

Please complete our on-line application in full.

Please scan required documents.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT ANY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED MUST BE IN .PDF FORMAT.

  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2) Current and Relevant Letters of Recommendation)
  • Resume


Comments and Other Information

Candidates with knowledge of community resources available to adults, and experience working with at-risk adults who may also be experiencing symptoms of mental illness are preferred.

Must demonstrate updated computer and internet navigation skills, and have the ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook. Family advocate may need to be available to work one evening per week.

The Elk Grove Unified School District (hereinafter EGUSD) desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. EGUSD prohibits any district employee from harassing or discriminating against any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. No person should be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, EGUSD will provide you with one upon notice.

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying, you should immediately contact the District's Legal Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator, at (916)-686-7795, ext. 67159 or legalcompliance@egusd.net . A copy of EGUSD uniform complaint or EGUSD non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

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