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Homeless Advocate

Employer
Polk County Public Schools
Location
Bartow, FL, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

The School Board of Polk County

Job Description

Position Title: Homeless Advocate

Salary Grade, if non-union:

Pay Grade, if union: Teacher Salary Schedule

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The

duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the

position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,

and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to

changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to assist schools in meeting the unique social and academic needs of homeless students. Works closely with the TRST, Homeless Specialist and under the supervision of the Director, Federal

Programs.

Essential Functions of this Job

Works with school-based homeless advocates, guidance counselors and terminal operators to determine homeless students' unique needs. Establishes communication with the parents/guardians of homeless

students in order to address personal, social and academic needs. Assist homeless students in exploring

career and further educational opportunities.

May transport students and/or parents/guardians for eligible services. Assists in obtaining school supplies,

uniforms, clothing, food, housing information, etc. for homeless families and maintains file of community

resources and eligibility requirements. Assists in planning and implementing tutoring program and family

involvement activities. Encourages a positive self-image for homeless students. Prepares reports and

maintains records.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Basic knowledge of curriculum. Ability to work with children of varying ages and abilities. Ability to

establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and administrative staff. Ability to

FLSA Status: Exempt

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement: Teacher's Union

Position Title: Homeless Advocate

Local Code: 10018

EEO5: 43

Approval Date: 2010-07-27

maintain records and work with school personnel. Ability to work with parents, business and other

community members. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions and maintain confidentiality. Ability

to handle customers with compassion and respect and deal professionally with matters of sensitivity. Ability

to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently with minimal

supervision. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher (in a social related

field).

Work Context:

Physical Environment:

Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of

alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires

coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face

discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with students, internal and external

contacts, and with the public.

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the

day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 20

pounds, and infrequently weighing more than 20 pounds, with help as necessary. Requires travel to schools

and worksites within the district.

Date Last Revised: 2013-07-08

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.

Company

Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) in Polk County, Florida is among the 30 largest school districts in the nation and the 7th largest school district in Florida.  PCPS currently serves more than 110,000 students in over 150 schools.  PCPS has 20 nationally accredited workforce academies, five Florida Arts Model schools, and a rising number of schools offering Advanced Placement and Cambridge International Programs.  In 2018, PCPS garnered national attention for becoming one of the first districts to launch a school safety guardian program. Developed in conjunction with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, the guardian program ensures every campus has either an armed school district employee or law enforcement officer on site.  As PCPS grows and innovates, it remains true to its mission of delivering a high-quality education to every student … because at PCPS, students always come first.

PCPS is located in the heart of Central Florida.  Polk County offers an unparalleled quality of life and is home to LEGOLAND Florida, Bok Tower Gardens, the spring training home of the Detroit Tigers, Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Child of the Sun” collection, numerous golf courses, more than 500 freshwater lakes, a thriving local arts scene,  and community theaters. It is also located just an hour from Tampa and Orlando, world-renowned beaches and amusement parks, and two international airports.  The area is host to mild winters with plenty of sunshine and the state has no income tax.  PCPS offers opportunities for advancing careers, pay raises and increasing earning potential. 

Company info
Website
Telephone
863-534-0781
Location
1915 South Floral Avenue
Bartow
FL
33831
US

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