Student Services Coordinator - 20277501

Clover Park School District; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Clover Park School District invites applications for a Student Services Social Worker to provide districtwide leadership in educational stability and student well-being. Under the Executive Director of Student Services, you will implement McKinney-Vento, Foster Care, and related programs, collaborate with schools and community partners, and support families facing housing instability.

This exempt, full-time role requires MSW, WA licensure, and at least three years in school social work; strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program.
• State licensure or eligibility for Washington social work licensure.
• Minimum three years in school social work, child welfare, Foster Care or McKinney-Vento.
• Experience delivering professional development and cross-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead district implementation of McKinney-Vento and Foster Care programs.
• Provide consultation to administrators, counselors, and attendance teams.
• Develop district procedures and training materials.
• Monitor compliance and analyze districtwide data for program improvements.
• Coordinate educational stability planning and interagency collaboration.
• Deliver districtwide professional development related to student services.

Skills

Coaching

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Public speaking

Organization

Interagency collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Washington State social work licensure

3+ years school social work experience

Experience with professional development

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5876452
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Salary Range - $119,116 - $146,423/yr

Hours per Day - 8.0

Days per Year - 260

*Office Hours-7:30am - 4:30pm

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

Job Title:

Classification Level:

Student Services Coordinator

Non-Represented - D

Reports to:

Working Title

Executive Director of Student Services

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Student Services, the Student Services Social Worker provides districtwide leadership, consultation, and professional expertise in the implementation of Student Services programs that support educational access, educational stability, and student well-being. The position serves as the district's lead social work professional and provides consultation, systems coordination, program development, and direct intervention for students and families experiencing complex attendance, housing, child welfare, and educational stability challenges.

The Student Services Social Worker leads district implementation of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education and Foster Care programs, develops district procedures, provides professional learning, builds the capacity of school staff, and facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements. The position partners with schools, families, district departments, Tribal governments, and community organizations while providing direct social work services for students requiring intensive educational support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

District Support & Professional Consultation

• Serve as the district's lead social work professional and subject matter expert on educational stability, attendance, foster care, and complex student supports.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to administrators, counselors, attendance teams, registrars, and Student Services staff.
• Develop district procedures, guidance documents, and best practices.
• Build staff capacity through coaching, consultation, and professional learning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary planning and MTSS implementation.

McKinney-Vento Program Support

• Lead district implementation of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
• Interpret federal and state requirements regarding eligibility, educational stability, dispute resolution, and compliance.
• Provide consultation on complex eligibility determinations and student situations.
• Develop district guidance, procedures, and training materials.
• Monitor compliance, analyze districtwide data, and recommend program improvements.
• Collaborate with the Student Services Coordinator regarding unaccompanied youth while providing direct intervention for students and families experiencing complex housing instability.

Foster Care Program Support

• Serve as the district lead for ESSA Foster Care implementation.
• Lead Best Interest Determination (BID) meetings with DCYF, caregivers, educational decision makers, transportation staff, attorneys, CASA volunteers, and school personnel.
• Coordinate educational stability planning and transportation.
• Develop procedures, provide staff training, and monitor compliance and program outcomes.

Complex Student & Family Support

• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and coordinate wraparound educational supports.
• Conduct home visits as appropriate to support educational access and stability.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources and public agencies.
• Assist schools in resolving complex attendance, enrollment, and educational stability concerns.

Professional Learning & Capacity Building

• Design and deliver districtwide professional development related to McKinney-Vento, Foster Care, educational stability, and student support systems.
• Develop training resources and mentor district staff.

Community Systems Leadership

• Lead collaboration with DCYF, housing agencies, Tribal organizations, juvenile courts, and community partners.
• Represent the district on regional and state collaborative groups.

Program Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate program effectiveness using district data.
• Support grants, strategic planning, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for district leadership.

Perform other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented, as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with its scope and intent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Washington State social work licensure (or eligibility consistent with district requirements).
• Minimum three years of experience in school social work, child welfare, Foster Care, McKinney-Vento implementation, or related field.
• Experience providing professional development, systems consultation, and interagency collaboration preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Coaching and mentoring
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive
• Ability to adhere to Clover Park School District policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide adult-focused training and professional development that leads to improved practice.
• Ability to proficiently keyboard, utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database, and scheduling software; navigate the internet; and operate email applications
• Ability to organize time and materials effectively.
• Ability to remain flexible and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and volunteers in a diverse environment.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to write appropriately for multiple audiences and purposes. Skill in public speaking and making presentations.
• Ability to provide instructive direction in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to be flexible and open to new ideas, to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously, to work effectively under pressure, maintain a high level of productivity, and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to file materials accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to adhere to Clover Park School District policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
• Ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and procedure development.
• Knowledge and ability to use the following office equipment, computer, telephone, copier, fax and calculator.
• Knowledge of bargaining unit contracts.
• Knowledge of Social Work, McKinney-Vento, Foster Care laws and trends at the local, state, and national levels
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to exercise sound decision making skills.
• Skill in planning, organizing, coordinating programs, activities, and events.

Certification and Licenses

• Current Valid Washington State Social Worker License in good standing.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to JBLM in compliance with the REAL ID Act and all applicable installation access requirements.
• Successful fingerprint and background check.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous social work in a public school district setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a regular office and school environments. Travel to and between school sites is necessary. Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms, and to listen carefully and focus while filtering out normal office noise. The ability to speak and see clearly; sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; lift 35 pounds; and bend, twist, walk, and reach requiring ordinary physical effort are all required. The position may require evening meetings and participation in multidisciplinary planning to support students and families. Exposure to normal levels of office dust, VDT screens, and office machines and their required chemicals are part of the job.

FLSA:

Exempt

AFFLIATION:

Non-represented

JOB CLASS:

Professional

WORK YEAR:

260

**Shifts are subject to change

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee’s responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems ' website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race,ethnicity,housing, immigration or citizenship status,creed, religion, color, national origin,honorable military discharge or active duty status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity,the presence of anysensory, mental,or physical disability,neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal,whether they take place on or off school grounds or are offered as part of the district’s online or alternative learning programs.This standard will be applied to students as well as designated youth groups including Scouting America which require equal access. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW, Lakewood, Washington 98499-1341:Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director of Human Resources, [phone], [e-mail] ;Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Jennifer Herbold, Executive Director of Special Education, [phone], [e-mail] . Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), https://bit.ly/US-OCR . Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint, is available at https://bit.ly/CPSDHIBPolicy ; OSPI required language per RCW 28A.300.286 is available at https://bit.ly/OSPIModelLanguage .

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required