Family Advocate at Lamont Elementary School District
About the Employer
OUR MISSION Our LESD community embraces a multicultural approach to whole-child education, using inclusive, equitable and innovative learning experiences to ensure every child grows and knows their unique strengths, interests and values. May 2023 OUR VISION Vision Statement: We envision a brighter future for our students where all learners excel socially, emotionally and academically while positively impacting their community and the world. May 2023 OUR VALUES: Innovation, Equity, Community, and Integrity
Job Summary
Job Summary
DEFINITION Under the supervision of the Healthy Start Coordinator, the Family Advocate will provide support and establish a trusting, meaningful relationship between parents and school/agency personnel. The Family Advocate will ensure that basic family needs are met, including food and clothing. Determining physical, medical, emotional and educational needs of children and families will also be the responsibility of the Family Advocate who will carry: 3 hours 10 to 15 families in family assistance cases 5 hours 20 to 25 families in family assistance cases 8 hours 30 to 40 families in family assistance cases CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class will associate directly with parents, students, certificated staff members and agency personnel. This person will act as a parent/family/child advocate when necessary, ensuring attendance and accompanying when necessary to appointments, assistance in completing forms and follow-up. This is a specially funded job classification. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Participate in assigned school based Student Assistance Programs. Process admissions. Complete a comprehensive evaluation of each client’s life situation, problems, and needs including physical health, emotional health, finances, social and other factors. Participate in regular meetings to discuss case management techniques with Family Services Facilitator and Health Start Program Coordinator to provide for facilitating access to and “linkage” with appropriate agencies and resources. Maintain records as required. Monitor the effectiveness of support services, including client and agency participation. Initiate family contacts following Student Assistance referrals. Transport families if necessary to local community services.
Requirements / Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent Correct English and Spanish vocabulary and usage Basic mathematics Valid California Driver’s License Bilingual Preferred
Requirements / Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent Correct English and Spanish vocabulary and usage Basic mathematics Valid California Driver’s License Bilingual Preferred
Comments and Other Information
(This position is based on CCSPP funding and will terminate when funding terminates)
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Evenings and Weekends required)
Work Days 190 days
Work Site Family Resource Center
Site Supervisor Project Director FRC or Designee
Please attach all position requirements when submitting application.
Comments and Other Information
(This position is based on CCSPP funding and will terminate when funding terminates)
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Evenings and Weekends required)
Work Days 190 days
Work Site Family Resource Center
Site Supervisor Project Director FRC or Designee
Please attach all position requirements when submitting application.
Application Deadline
1/30/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
11/16/2022
Contact
Jennifer Wood-Slayton
661-845-2724 7300
661-845-2724 7300
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Range 10 - Starting $15.81-$19.73/hr
Length of Work Year
190 Days
Employment Type
Full Time