Education Liaison-Youth Services #2627-0030 at Contra Costa County Office Of Education

About the Employer

The Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) is a unique public education agency. One of 58 counties in California, Contra Costa County serves the 11th largest public-school student population in the state, supporting approximately 169,394 students. Officially established in 1932, CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of the county’s most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts throughout Contra Costa County, services that can be handled more effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county’s 286 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support to technology infrastructure and communications support. In addition, CCCOE provides high-level professional development opportunities for educators throughout the county. The Contra Costa County Office of Education is an essential part of the county’s public education system. For more information about CCCOE programs and services, visit www.cocoschools.org.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under direction, serves as liaison and resource for County Agencies including but not limited to Children and Family Services (CFS), Probation, and Health, Housing & Homeless Services (H3), school districts, caregivers, and community organizations to provide, facilitate, and improve the educational accomplishments, opportunities, and services offered to children and youth in foster care, group-home settings, experiencing housing insecurity and or justice involved; and performs related duties as assigned. Primary responsibilities include facilitating timely school enrollment and educational stability; identifying and helping resolve barriers to school participation; securing and coordinating educational records and enrollment information; supporting educational, postsecondary, and vocational needs, including college-access and financial-aid support; coordinating services, referrals, and tutoring; and communicating with youth, families, schools, and agency partners to address individual student needs. The position also maintains accurate program records and data, provides technical assistance and training, supports outreach activities, and builds effective partnerships with county and community agencies. This position requires regular communication and coordination across multiple systems and independent follow-through on time-sensitive matters.

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