School Success Liaison-Alternative Ed Ogemaw

NORTHEAST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCY INC.; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Student loan forgiveness opportunities

Job summary

Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency, Inc. (NEMCSA) is seeking a School Success liaison in West Branch, MI.

The role focuses on connecting families, schools, and community agencies to prevent academic failure and promote student success through coordinated action plans and regular home visits. The position requires a BA/BS in social work or related field and 1–2 years of experience with school-age children.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Social Work or related field required.
• 1-2 years experience working with school-age children preferred.
• Passion for helping young children learn, grow and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between home, school and community agencies for students at risk of academic failure.
• Develop and facilitate an action plan between school and family to support student success with weekly in-school contacts and bi-weekly home visits.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; maintain required records and documentation.
• Meet weekly with teachers and with referred students to monitor progress and adjust plans.

Skills

Experience with school-age children

Community outreach

Team collaboration

Education

B.A./B.S. in Social Work or related field

Job description

• Location West Branch, MI, 48661,United States
• Base Pay $19.68 / Hour
• Job Category School Success
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

About NEMCSA

At NEMCSA, we help children, families, and communities thrive. As a nonprofit Community Action Agency serving Northeast Michigan, we're committed to creating opportunities, supporting self-sufficiency, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing economic hardship. We're also proud to be recognized as aDetroit Free Press Top Workplace, reflecting our commitment to a positive culture, supportive teams, and meaningful work.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• T o keep you healthy: Medical/Rx, Vision, and Dental insurance with employee coverage at no cost.
• To help prepare you for the future: Generous employer 401(k) contributions, plus Life and Disability Insurance.
• Flexibility: We value work-life balance and offer flexibility whenever possible.
• Time for what matters: 10+ paid holidays each year, generous vacation time, and sick leave benefits.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities: Employment with NEMCSA may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

What You’ll Do:

To act as a liaison between the home, school and community agencies for students who are determined to be at risk for academic failure. Develop and facilitate an action plan between the school and the family to help ensure student’s success to include weekly in-school contacts with children and bi-weekly home visits with parents. Act as the attendance and truancy liaison for individuals on the referral caseload list and others as requested.

• Update direct supervisor on an ongoing basis regarding concerns, issues and caseload;
• Develop and enhance communication, networking, and collaboration between parents, schools, and community agencies;
• Provide supportive services and follow-up activities both in the home and school environments;
• Upon receipt of a referral, convene a meeting of all involved parties to cooperatively develop an action plan and schedule the first home visit;
• Schedule and keep home visits with parents on a minimum bi-weekly basis to gather information, facilitate goal setting and assist in problem solving;
• Promote strategies for parent/guardian involvement in school related activities;
• Foster a positive and open working relationship between parents and the school;
• Meet with teachers weekly in the school setting to assess progress and make necessary adjustments in action plans;
• Meet weekly with referred students in the school setting;
• Represent the agency, school district and program in a professional manner at all times;
• Seek consultation and make referrals to community agencies as needed;
• Provide services coordination for families who have involvement with multiple agencies;
• Maintain required records and documentation for caseload and informal support tasks, including Formstack data entry as required by supervisor;
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required by supervisor;
• Participate in inter-agency groups and committees when possible;
• Act as truancy liaison in your individual building(s) to ensure students are attending on a regular basis, participate in Preliminary Inquiries and court hearings on an as needed basis;
• Act as a facilitator for any classroom presentations on an as needed basis;
• Act as a facilitator for any groups (i.e., divorce, friendship, COA, etc.) on an as needed basis.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

What We’ll Love About You:

• B.A. or B.S. in Social Work, Guidance and Counseling, Sociology, Psychology or related human service field is required. 1 -2 years experience working with school age children preferred. An education degree with appropriate course work and/or experience will be considered.

Most importantly, you're passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and succeed.

Summary

A Few Words From Legal:

The chosen applicant will be required to submit fingerprints for a State of Michigan Background Check to determine eligibility for employment. You must possess an acceptable form of identification prior to attending your fingerprinting appointment. Preferred ID types include: Unexpired State issued driver's license; identification card with photo issued by a Federal or Michigan Government Agency. Failure to submit fingerprints will result in an ineligibility for hire within this program.
Upon request auxiliary aids and services will be made available to individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center “Voice and TTY/TDD” 1-800-649-3777. An EOE.
Notice: NEMCSA participates in E-Verify. For more information, please view our eVerify disclaimer at www.nemcsa.org/careers.

Mission of the agency:

Enhancing quality of life by empowering individuals and strengthening communities.

Additional Information

• Department Community Programs-School Success