Job Description

Skills

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Community Advocate

Work Year: 158 days; 9 hours each day

Department: Student Intervention

Reports To: School Principal

Salary Range: Community Advocate Salary Schedule

Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on PESPA Negotiated Agreement

Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary Of Functions

The primary responsibility of the Community Advocate is to act as a liaison between school, home, community, and court system to provide truancy prevention/intervention services to students through the coordination and implementation of programs dedicated to removing barriers to educational goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Colorado Driver's License
• Reliable Transportation
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Preferred

• Completion of study at an institution of higher education
• Previous experience with at-risk students and families
• Previous experience in a school setting
• Spanish speaking skills

Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including students, staff, administrators, parents, and community members, using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Knowledge of WRAP Around process and philosophy
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques in a school setting
• Knowledge of community services available to students and families
• Ability to record required student data related to attendance, academics, and/or behavior
• Demonstrate sound work ethic

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Gather and review attendance data to identify students who are excessively truant.
• Work with Infinite Campus and Tableau to assist in the identification and on-going monitoring of students with identified attendance issues
• Act as a liaison between the school, student/family, and community in assisting students to thrive in their school environment
• Work with families in addressing attendance, academic, and/or behavior issues of identified students, including, when appropriate, school-based meetings and home visits
• Collaborate with school staff to develop interventions (RTI) for students who are truant and develop individualized service plans to improve attendance and academics
• Work collaboratively with school personnel, students, families, community agencies, and district-level support in addressing the needs of the students
• Coordinate and facilitate the process of accessing community resources for students and families
• Provide families with information related to the needs of their child and act as a resource to parents/guardians by communicating the importance of school attendance and helping students/families understand the judicial process, the steps involved, expectations, etc.
• Represent school in and attend all scheduled court proceedings related to individual caseload. Follow up with recommendations of the court, school administration, or district administration
• Write, maintain, and document appropriate and accurate paperwork and records for all interactions, efforts, and progress of students on caseload, ensuring confidentiality of student and their families
• Provide reports/documentation to interested parties as appropriate
• Attend regular Community Advocate meetings and professional development trainings by the Office of Student Support Services and other related D60 offices and community partners.
• Maintain appropriate professional appearance

Non-essential Duties

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Principal, or Student Support Services Administration

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

In a 9-hour Workday, This Job Requires

R – Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O – Occasionally (.5 – 2.5 hrs per day)

F – Frequently (2.5 – 6 hrs per day) C – Continually (6 – 9 hrs per day)

NA – Not Applicable

Physical Requirements

SittingFrequentlyStationary StandingOccasionallyWalking (level surface)FrequentlyWalking (uneven surface)OccasionallyCrawlingRarelyCrouching (bend at knees)OccasionallyStooping (bend at waist)OccasionallyTwisting (knees/waist/neck)OccasionallyTurn/PivotOccasionallyClimbing (stairs)RarelyClimbing (ladder)Not ApplicableReaching overheadOccasionallyReaching extensionOccasionallyRepetitive use armsFrequentlyRepetitive use wristsFrequentlyRepetitive use hands graspingOccasionallyRepetitive use hands squeezingOccasionallyFine manipulationOccasionallyUsing foot controlNot Applicable*Pushing/Pulling

Maximum weight: 50 lbs.OccasionallyLifting/Carrying

Maximum weight: 50 lbs.Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS: Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; at times works in classrooms and hallways surrounded by students and staff of various ages and abilities; Daily work schedules will vary depending on student and school needs.

Instructions For Applying

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree; and three current letters of reference (one of which must be from your current supervisor and all within two years). and any other materials requested on the application.

Please note : If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, ***email_hidden*** , Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, (719) 549-7100. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer named herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at (800) 421-3481, OCR@ed.gov ; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1, AC-R-2, AC-E-1, AC-E-2, AC-E-3).

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