Hope Partnership for Education is an independent, non-profit organization, founded and endorsed by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus and the Sisters of Mercy in June, 2002. The mission of Hope Partnership for Education addresses the educational needs of children and adults from low-income families in Eastern North Philadelphia by offering services which include a middle school education (grades 5-8), a support system which follows students through high school and adult education.

Position Title: Director of Student and Family Services

Date Modified: July, 2022

DLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Head of School

Position Purpose: This full time position coordinates communication, clerical and hospitality tasks necessary for efficient operation of the administrative office.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate interagency support services
• Support attendance and truancy initiatives
• Provide individual and group therapy
• Carries out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning etc.
• Provide professional development to staff
• Professional behavioral consultation to teachers
• Serve as a member of the student support team
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling psychology or related field
• 3 years' experience
• Knowledge of appropriate software including: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suites and Adobe Acrobat
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
• Ability to multi-task

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Generally works in standard office conditions and climate
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
• Works in a stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts