2026-2027 Homeless Liaison @ Instruction Department

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District in Houston, TX is seeking a Homeless Liaison to support social workers under the McKinney Vento program. The role focuses on enrollment advocacy, transportation coordination, and community partnerships to assist homeless families.

It requires coordination with school administrators and district staff. The position emphasizes confidentiality, safety protocols, and the ability to travel districtwide, with a focus on improving access to services for homeless

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Qualify for appropriate state paraprofessional certification.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain administrative responsibilities and duties of the homeless program.
• Advocate for families facing enrollment, nutrition and transportation barriers.
• Identify homeless students from residency information.
• Facilitate transportation for homeless students.
• Coordinate with community partners and resources.
• Plan McKinney Vento Program trainings and meetings for administration and staff.
• Assist social workers with day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate service events benefiting district homeless population.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel districtwide

Self-motivation

Telephone communications

Spanish language skills (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paraprofessional certification

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

2026-2027 Homeless Liaison @Instruction Department

Primary Purpose

Assist district Social Workers with daily activities under the McKinney Vento Program.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Qualify for appropriate state paraprofessional certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel districtwide
• Self-motivated and the ability to work independently without supervision
• Pleasant telephone personality and effective communications skills
• Spanish language skills preferred

Experience:

• Have fifteen (15) semester hours of college credit with some business orientation or equivalent business school background, or three years of general clerical/secretarial experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• As designated by supervisor, maintain the administrative responsibilities and duties of the homeless program.
• Advocate for families experiencing immediate school enrollment, nutrition and transportation barriers.
• Support in the identification of homeless students based on review of student residency information.
• Facilitate transportation requirements for homeless students.
• Collaborate and coordinate relationships with community partners.
• Connect families to available resources.
• Plan and conduct McKinney Vento Program compliance trainings and meetings to school administration and personnel.
• Assist social workers with day to day operations and task.
• Coordinate service events that benefit the districts’ homeless population.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Maintain data and record keeping.
• Follow district established policies and procedures for support of families experiencing homelessness.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Non-Instructional Paraprofessional Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; some district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days: 187

Pay Grade: CSP4

2026-2027 Salary Range Min. $27,461 Mid. $32,795 Max. $38,125 (Based on previous experience)

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $27,461 to $38,125 Salaried

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Clerical

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Alvia Baldwin , Director of Guidance and Counseling
• INSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT
• Email: [e-mail]