Community Care Specialist (LoGuidice)

NOTICE OF OPENING

Posting Date: September 1, 2026

Start Date: September 14, 2026

The Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Community Care Specialist

Assignment: LoGuidice Educational Center

Division: Instructional Support Services

Appointment: Probationary - 1.0 FTE

Classification: Civil Service - Competitive

Salary: $55,000-$65,000

At Erie 2 BOCES, we take full ownership of our work and contributions. We hold ourselves, and one another, to transparent standards of accountability. We act with integrity by devoting our full attention to hearing one another. Cooperation, interdependence and shared decision making are key to our collective strength and mutual success. We bring our expertise to every student, every partner and every colleague, every day. The high call of our leadership is to unlock the potential of others. We measure challenges and success by what we can do, not by the barriers that stand in our way. We look beyond typical ways to educate our extraordinary students.

Online applications are now being accepted via the WNY School Application System (WNYRIC.org). Please visit our website at www.e2ccb.org employment opportunities page to view this position. To be given full consideration, all application materials (completed online application, cover letter and resume) should be updated and/or on file. Correspondence can be addressed to: Dr. Laurie LiPuma, Director of Human Resources, Erie 2 BOCES, 8685 Erie Road, Angola, NY 14006.

Prospective employees of a school district or BOCES must be fingerprinted and checked for possible criminal history as per New York State Law. BOCES Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus is in compliance with the US Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Education Amendments of 1972, Part 86. The District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicapping condition or sexual preference.

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Minimum Qualifications:

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four (4) year college

or university with a Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, or psychology and one (1) year of experience in social casework with children or in counseling children in a school; OR

B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four (4) year college

or university with a Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in social casework with children or in counseling children in a school.

The Community Care Specialist (CCS) partners with school districts to help students and families access essential services that promote academic success, personal well-being, and stability. Acting as a primary liaison between the student, family, school personnel, and community partners, the CCS develops individualized support plans and coordinates multidisciplinary care to help students achieve measurable goals.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Student & Family Support

• Serve as Central Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for students and families, building strong, trusting relationships and facilitating clear communication across school and community networks.
• Provide Family Support & Crisis Intervention: Conduct regular home visits, offer ongoing family guidance, and provide immediate crisis intervention when urgent needs arise.
• Guide Transitions: Provide dedicated support and guidance to students and families navigating educational or life transitions.

Care Coordination & Service Delivery

• Develop Support Plans & Coordinate Care: Create tailored, individualized support plans for students facing academic, behavioral, social, or emotional challenges, bringing together multidisciplinary teams to manage care effectively.
• Facilitate Community Connections: Partner with local agencies, service providers, and specialized student support networks to link families directly with essential resources.

Administration & Compliance

• Manage Documentation & Confidentiality: Maintain meticulous, up-to-date student records and documentation in strict compliance with state regulations, district policies, and privacy standards.