Student Engagement Specialist Position Available In Oneida, New York

Student Engagement Specialist Safe Schools Mohawk Valley Holland Patent, NY 13354 Company Overview Utica Safe Schools Healthy Students is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to fostering safe and healthy learning environments for students. Our mission is to empower students and educators through innovative programs and support systems that promote well-being and academic success. Summary Provide prevention/intervention services within school districts and the community for identified at-risk students using a wrap-around case management approach. They will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team within the Resiliency Project including the Connected Community Schools, Oneida County Department of Family Community Services Case Managers, CNYHH and the School District Faculty/Staff. Responsibilities Work with school districts, the county, and other interested parties, as identified, to provide targeted services to at-risk students in collaboration with the Family Engagement Coordinator when appropriate. Monitor student cases through district databases and at a minimum weekly contact with school personnel (teachers, social workers, nurse, guidance counselor and/or administration) for case updates. Participate in school/district team meetings to identify, discuss, and coordinate services for referred youth Work with school teams to identify appropriate at-risk students for agency identified programs as needed. Responsible to collaborate with the School Based Interdisciplinary Team. Provide support between the county, Family Engagement Coordinators and schools as needed to divert inappropriate referrals to the County. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with school staff and administration, as well as community-based agencies for additional services to students/families. Ensure programs are provided with fidelity to the prescribed evidence-based model programs we use and provide each service as outlined by the agency. Provide services to students (and families when needed) on school campuses or in the home as needed (for example when schools are closed due to vacations, holidays, or if a student is not coming to school, etc.). Maintain contact with assigned Family Engagement Coordinators to discuss service delivery and additional case updates, weekly contact for all open preventative cases is expected at a minimum. Complete all required reports and documentation accurately and completely at least week or as needed. Collect data needed to meet the objectives and goals of the services and report out on program forms. Create and maintain a knowledge base of community-based services for children and families. Create and develop assessment/service plans with students as needed, and work with community partners to support the child’s success in the established plans, especially the Family Engagement Coordinators. Attend all community based and school-based meetings as required Collaborate and coordinate with the Community Engagement Coordinator to engage the child and family in Family Engagement activities in the community (i.e., Impact Center) with a focus on normative experiences to support pro social behaviors, recreational, or other positive activities. Use the principals of wrap-around, strengths-based approaches, person-centered, trauma informed care, and restorative justice with all services provided to students/families. Reports to supervisor at a minimum each week to review case management and outcomes for each student. Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards, including maintaining all required documentation and applicable databases. All other duties as assigned Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, Associates Degree required.
• Three – five years’ experience in health, education, substance abuse, juvenile justice, or other related children and family services.
• Must be able to work independently, be flexible, adapt well to changes, and be a team player by sharing ideas and listening to others and supporting colleagues and co-workers.
• Ability to follow direction from all agency supervisors, managers and executive leadership.
• Must have ability to travel to meetings, schools and appointments as needed.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends as needed.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of school districts and children services.
• Knowledge of community-based agencies that service children and families.
• Preference given to those who have knowledge/experience of the child welfare and/or juvenile justice system.
• Past experience with training/facilitating groups (adults and children) – preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 – $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Holland Patent, NY 13354 (Required)

Work Location:

In person