District Homeless Liaison

TITLE:                                             District Homeless Liaison   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling and/or education or related field.
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO:         Director of Student Services  

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Implement the McKinney Vento Act, remove barriers for students, ensure that homeless students receive a free and appropriate public education
• Display ability to work collaboratively with others on a team
• Ensure that children and youth in homeless situations are identified and served through coordinating activities with other local entities and agencies and Putnam City staff
• Collaborate with school personnel, parents, community agencies, and/or students to promote optimal learning outcomes for all students experiencing homelessness
• Ensure that families, children and youth experiencing homelessness receive educational services and social services for which they are eligible and are referred to health, mental health, dental and other appropriate services such as transportation and child nutrition
• Arrange visits during the workday and/or by scheduled appointment to visit homeless students and families to provide support, school supplies, counseling, book bags, and other referrals as need.
• Work with site based homeless liaison contacts
• Participate in and provide professional development and ensure compliance with all McKinney Vento Act and federal policies related to homeless students
• Other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   Twelve-month basis.  Salary to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:   Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s Policy.

Approved by:_______________________________ Date: ______________

Reviewed by: ______________________________  Date:  _____________