Alternative Setting Transition Case Manager - Vaping

Hamilton County Department of Education; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hamilton County Department of Education seeks a part-time case manager to lead a vaping education and intervention program aimed at supporting students transitioning from alternative settings. The role requires creating structured interventions, collaborating with community partners, and ensuring proper documentation and confidentiality.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and have two years of experience with high-risk student populations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in serving high-risk student populations or related fields.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license required.
• Master’s degree in related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create interventions for students and families.
• Coordinate evaluations and necessary documentation.
• Ensure all records are maintained confidentially.
• Collaborate with community partners for student support.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Overview

The purpose of this classification is to lead the implementation of a district-wide vaping education and intervention program aimed at reducing student vaping and minimizing disciplinary escalation. This part‑time role focuses on supporting students transitioning from alternative settings by increasing protective factors, promoting self‑regulation, and fostering positive decision‑making. Through structured interventions, family engagement, and restorative practices, the case manager will play a key role in helping students reintegrate successfully while addressing the root causes of vaping‑related behaviors.

Responsibilities

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described.

• Creating and facilitating day‑long interventions for students and families.
• Receives referrals from alternative settings and obtains necessary documentation from LEA; assists in scheduling and coordinating needed evaluations.
• Coordinates with students and school personnel to reach academic and vocational outcomes as applicable.
• Provides guidance to personnel on how to help students achieve goals and objectives.
• Ensures that all recipients' records are properly maintained, stored, and kept confidential at all times.
• Leads the alternative settings and district team to select appropriate curricula for working with students; implements appropriate curricula or demonstrates creativity in developing programs/training to assist personnel.
• Provides guidance to alternative settings and district personnel on how to help students receive identified services in order to achieve goals and objectives.
• Collaborates with community partners to schedule, plan, and attend events and training to further ensure student goals are met.
• Handles student, work site, and/or district complaints and works to resolve the problem.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and represents both organizations in a positive manner at all times.
• Ensures all monthly reporting is completed accurately and sent to designated personnel timely.
• Documents student progress and completes other documentation necessary for students' future.
• Understands and keeps up to date with new technology, community resources, and assistive devices available to students.
• Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature.
• Complies with accounting and financial policies and procedures, as well as other Board policies.
• May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities.
• Attends meetings as needed.
• Prepares or completes various documents, reports, and correspondence as required.
• Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, processing incoming/outgoing mail, or running errands.
• Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law and Code of Professional Conduct as defined by Board Policy 5.6011.
• Acts in a professional, respectful, and welcoming manner at all times.
• Creates a customer‑focused climate and provides quality services and support to schools, community, businesses, Superintendent of Schools, Board of Education, and other stakeholders.
• Works collaboratively with all stakeholders.
• Follows established procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Attends work and arrives to work on time.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, or related field required.
• Two (2) years of experience in serving high‑risk student populations, social services, teaching, or other student services required.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must maintain a valid state‑issued driver’s license.
• Master’s degree in related fields preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to student discipline.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, Board members, parents, and community members.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Compensation

Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.

Grade: H

Salary Scale

Salary Scale information is not provided in the current posting.