Family Engagement Specialist

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States Hillcrest Children Center Full time
Job Title: Family Engagement Specialist

Hillcrest Children & Family Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals in our community. Our mission is to improve the lives of those struggling with mental illness through evidence-based treatment and compassionate care.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Family Engagement Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing family and community engagement strategies at the school level, promoting positive relationships and creating effective partnerships between the district and community in support of student achievement and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement family and community engagement strategies at the school level
  • Identify resources and training opportunities that support the specific engagement needs of diverse school communities
  • Assist the district in expanding its reach into local communities through active engagement with neighborhood and community-based organizations and external partners
  • Promote positive relationships and create effective partnerships between the district and community in support of student achievement and school improvement
  • Facilitate communications between school personnel, families, and school partners
  • Serve as liaison between the Engagement Office, school personnel, families, and partners
  • Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follow federal laws, state laws, school board policies, and professional standards
  • Conduct workshops and presentations for teachers and parents on early warning signs of mental health disorders
  • Implement curriculums for students on stress management, suicide prevention, substance abuse, or other concerns deemed pertinent to the need of the assigned school site
  • Conducting universal screenings to promote early identification of health issues
  • Participate in the school support team and other entities to promote the socio-emotional and academic wellness of students
  • Complete the Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale (CAFAS) every three months as well as other pertinent screening tools and assessments deemed important for diagnosis and treatment
  • Document all contacts, referrals, and other necessary information
  • Accept cultural diversity and integrate the family's values and culture into initial conversations
  • Explain the worker's role, responsibilities, and client's rights, including confidentiality and mandated reporting
  • Maintain client records that are accurate, and comprehensive and adhere to documentation policies
  • Complete billing and documentation requirements on a timely basis, preferably within 24 hours
  • Meet billing expectations that are determined on a yearly basis
  • Participate in and help facilitate case reviews of clients
  • Participate in and help facilitate treatment team meetings
  • Participate in organization-wide and division-wide meetings and committees, departmental meetings, and other meetings/conferences as assigned
  • Identify and participate in other training or committees that can further professional growth
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of the School-Based Family Engagement Specialist
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field. Degree must be from an accredited college or university
  • Three years' experience developing and facilitating training opportunities for adult learners
  • Three years' experience in systems change, community organizing, communications or development in a nonprofit, government, or business setting
  • Experience working with schools, community based or family supporting organizations
  • Experience developing and maintaining relationships with volunteer and community partners
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to make effective public presentations
  • Excellent organization skills and follow-through
  • Ability to analyze data and systems that can affect parents
  • Interpersonal skills that emphasize team building
  • Ability to engage parent/community in school activities
  • Ability to organize networks of support for programs or initiatives
  • Ability to work effectively in high-paced environment, with deadlines, and multiple stakeholder viewpoints
  • Proficiency in using computer applications, such as databases, word processing, email, web-site application
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
  • Bilingual preferred
Benefits
  • Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement
  • 2 weeks PTO and Sick Leave, accrued annually
  • 8 paid company holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Mental health and leadership training
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

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