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Form of workPosition Title: Community School Coordinator
Location: Jefferson Elementary School, Holland Public Schools
Start Date: To be determined
Reports to: School Principal
Compensation: Salary with benefits
Position Summary:
The Community School Coordinator is responsible for the implementation, integration, alignment, and coordination of the Community School strategy through relationship building and linking community resources to the school. The coordinator will work directly with students, school staff, and families, identifying barriers that limit student success and will develop strategies and resources to improve attendance, reduce behavior incidents, promote family and community engagement, and increase student achievement.
Education Required:
Preferred: master's level psychologist, master's level school psychologist, master's level marriage and family therapist, master's level professional counselor, licensed master's level social worker, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Required: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education, or a related field.
Employment experience: 3-5 years within a human service, behavioral health, education, or other related field
Familiarity with schools, non-profit organizations, and community-school partnerships preferred
Ability to understand and work effectively within the dynamics of various agencies, public schools, and others
Skills and Abilities:
Spanish-speaking preferred.
Basic knowledge of child development, behavioral health, and medical health assessment
Experience networking and creating community partnerships
Direct experience working with children, youth, and families of diverse populations. Possess and demonstrate an understanding of various cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Social-justice oriented and an advocate for inclusivity
Strong collaborative, problem-solving, and organizational skill
Positive and 'can do' attitude
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences. Excellent communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, written)
Excellent organization and time management skills
Knowledge of basic computing platforms (word processing, spreadsheets, Internet, email, databases)
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and adequate insurance with a car available at all times
Available to work occasional evenings and weekends
Primary Responsibilities:
Meet on a regular basis with the school principal and other key school staff to review resources needed for the student body to succeed, and assist in the identification of students in need of human resources, behavioral health services, medical health services, and youth development services
Implement the Community School Standards
Conduct screenings and assessments to determine needs of the child/adolescent in order to appropriately connect him/her to Behavioral Health Services
Work with school leadership to maintain a focus on results and to track progress
Organize and oversee assets and needs assessments, and seek input from teachers, school staff, parents, and students to determine ongoing needs of students and families
Serve as a point person for agencies and programs interested in partnering with the school, and help to broker new partnerships that are aligned with school goals and needs
Develop strong relationships with teachers, parents, and students
Convene a Community School Leadership Team, a coordinating body that is co-led by the principal and coordinator, and which may be composed of administrator, teachers, support service staff, community partners, parents, and others to identify needs, set priorities, and coordinate the strategy
Participate in all meetings and professional development activities associated with the OCSN Community School's initiative as required. (ex- PBIS, Child Study, School Improvement)
Maintain intervention data and case notes, and use data to inform decision making
Actively promote integration and coordination of educational, human services, behavioral health, and medical health services between the parents, principal, teachers, staff, and community partners
Build on community strengths and embrace diversity and inclusion.
Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Ability to work in a stressful environment. Frequent telephone and computer use. Use of manual dexterity required for writing and computer use. Sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Independently mobile with the possibility of climbing stairs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to travel moderate distances by automobile. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Compensation: Salaried position based on experience, education, and expertise. Pay Grade: ($55,000 - $65,000)
Benefits: Benefits available, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
METHOD OF APPLICATION: All candidates should apply online at: www.hollandpublicschools.org. This position will be posted until filled.
Per HPS Board Policy, the following information is provided to all new employees:
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.
Holland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. Everyone is welcome at our school events as well. Call 616-494-2005 and we will make reasonable accommodations for disabled persons. Inquiries regarding our district's non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Katie Pennington, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources, 320 W. 24th St., Holland, MI 49423.
