What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Advocate position at Dowagiac Union Schools?
Dowagiac Union Schools
243 S. Front Street
Dowagiac, MI 49047
VACANCY LISTING
December 2023
POSITION: Student Advocate/Behavioral Specialist
REQUIREMENTS:
• BA Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• BA Psychology, Social Work, or related field
- Previous experience working with At-Risk youth
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse cultural, racial, and socioeconomic student population.
- Evidence of strong relationship skills
- Ability to coordinate learning efforts between professional staff, At-Risk students and parents
THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE A COMMITMENT TO:
• Providing direct services to At-Risk students
• Providing direct services to At-Risk students
- Working closely and collaboratively with students, families, and school staff
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Providing support in monitoring student social emotional, behavior and academic progress
- Effectively provide open communication between families, Counseling Department, teaching staff, and
- Assisting in planning, monitoring and coordinating Academic Success Plans for identified At-Risk
students
- Knowledge/use of technology related to job requirements
- Coordinate homework/activities for students assigned to the In-School Suspension program
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Until filled
STARTING DATE: When hired
SALARY: Negotiable
CONTACT:
Dr. Sean Wightman, DMS Principal
269-782-4440 or fax 269-782-4448
swightman@dowagiacschools.org
Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/dowagiacschools/onlineapp/
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