Hourly Non-Contract
FTE: .7375 (29.5/hrs. per week)
Anticipated Start: 09/26/2022
Open Until Filled

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
This position is not benefits eligible
Starting wage: $15.00 per hour (86-H)

Purpose Statement

PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT TO STUDENTS

The Student and Family Advocate assists schools and departments with implementing programs to support students’ emotional and educational growth; assists in monitoring behavior plans and communicating information to those who are in a ‘need to know,’ such as teachers, counselors, and administrators; builds appropriate and productive relationships to engage students in the learning environment; and provides updates and information to parents as directed by administration or counselors.

This position reports to the Principal or administrative designee.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• Ability to pass a fingerprint and criminal background check
• Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communications
• Ability to operate standard office equipment; phone, copy and fax machines etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with student groups, community support agencies, community participation and involvement, or other job-related experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experienced using data-based software
• Spanish language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand

Essential Functions

• Assist families in utilizing district provided systems (e.g. computer systems, PowerSchool, free and reduced lunch, etc.)
• Adhere to and apply school, district, and legal policies and procedures
• Advocate for and provide support to assigned students based on needs, interests, and goals
• Communicate regularly with relevant school personnel and outside agencies to coordinate efforts and foster an ongoing partnership between home and school based on established student plan
• Coordination and assistance of outreach with the school community such as, school-based food pantry, Utah Food Bank, Department of Workforce Services and other community agencies to provide assistance for families
• Establish appropriate relationships with students to promote a positive learning and working environment
• Implement intervention protocols (PBIS or MTSS) for identified students for the purpose of addressing academic and school attendance issues, alleviating isolation, identifying support resources, enhancing coping skills, and providing referrals to Counseling or administrative staff
• Maintain a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic records (e.g. student goals, parent information, follow-up contacts, evaluations, reviews, interventions, reintegration programs, etc.) to document and compile activities in compliance with program guidelines
• Maintain a visible, accessible presence on campus at assigned locations for the purpose of increasing student awareness of program and support services
• Monitor student progress according to program specifications to support that students are meeting goals for academic, attendance, and citizenship
• Perform record keeping, planning, and clerical functions (e.g. individualized plans around needs and interests, activities, documentation, etc.) to provide necessary records/materials to teachers, administrators and/or school counselors
• Prepare standard documentation (e.g. correspondence to students and parents, reports, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference and/or convey information from administration or counselors
• Promote an environment conducive to student achievement and well-being
• Understand and use the school’s Excellence and Equity Plan (EEP) to support student development in the school
• Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, seminars, as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information and meeting deadlines.
• Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the
• Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required.
• Speak, read, write, analyze, understand, and follow written and verbal communication in English including grammar and punctuation; listen to, and understand information and ideas presented verbally or in writing.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively.
• As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 45% sitting, 50% walking, and 5% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.