Job Details

• Position Type:
  Coordinated School Health/ Family Resource Liaison
  
  
• Date Posted:
  6/20/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Midway
  
  
• Date Available:
  07/01/2025
  
  

Job Title:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or a related field.

Experience in community outreach, social services, or working with children and families, preferably in a school or educational setting.

Department/Group:

Student Supports - Coordinated School Health

Certificates & Licenses:

Location:

Midway

Travel within the district is required

Required Testing:

Pre-employment Physical Exam

Level/Salary Range:

Certified Pay Scale

Continuing Education/Training:

Maintain state license requirements; Participate in ongoing professional development and related training

HR Contact:

HR Director or HR Generalist

Position Type:

Full Time

Job Category:

Certified

Clearances:

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Job Description

PURPOSE:

The Family Resource Liaison serves as a bridge between families and the school system to ensure students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. This role involves building relationships with families, facilitating communication, and connecting families to community services and school-based programs. The Family Resource Liaison works collaboratively with school staff, community organizations, and external agencies to address the unique needs of students and their families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Serve as the lead liaison between the school district and the community.

Act as the primary contact for families, helping to navigate and access available resources, such as but not limited to Second Harvest Food Bags, United Way, etc.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and the community to foster an inclusive, supportive school environment.

Exhibit a strong understanding of community resources and how to access them.

Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development, family dynamics, and the unique challenges experienced by diverse families to inform and guide service delivery.

Provide referrals to appropriate community resources, such as healthcare, housing, mental health services, food assistance, and other social services.

Conduct bi-annual needs assessments to identify strengths and deficiencies

Establish and maintain referral pathway, website, and promotional information accessible for students, staff, and families.

Collaborate directly with school staff (teachers, counselors, administrators) to address student needs and support family engagement.

Advocate for families in meetings with school staff and external agencies, ensuring that students' needs are met and that families are informed and involved in their child's education.

Assist with the intake process for new families, helping them become familiar with the school system and community resources.

Support families in crises by connecting them with immediate support services and advocating for their needs.

Maintain accurate records of interactions, referrals, and follow-up services while ensuring confidentiality.

Collaborate with community organizations, social service agencies, and local businesses to establish partnerships that benefit students and families.

Participate in school and district meetings, representing family interests and contributing to school improvement efforts.

Collaborates and seeks additional funding sources to support programmatic initiatives.

Contributes to educational program development and implementation

Maintain a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic.

Assume the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance.

Participate in a variety of meetings and trainings.

Assume responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job.

Follow all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulations.

Maintain confidentiality relative to employee, student, and parent records/information and procedures according to legal and system guidelines such as the Washington County Schools Policy Manual and Employee Code of Conduct.

Report immediately, as required by law, to the appropriate agency(ies) and the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents of actual or suspected child abuse, actual or suspected child sexual abuse.

Report immediately, as required by law or school policy, to the appropriate agency(ies) and/or the principal or other persons designated by the school system, incidents involving unlawful student possession of weapons or drugs or fighting on school property.

Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. teachers, students, parents, administrators, boosters, etc.).

Respond to emergencies and safety concerns as necessary and direct appropriate personnel for resolution.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Mental Demands

Experiences frequent interruptions; required to meet flexible deadlines, requires concentration and attention to detail; may occasionally deal with distraught individuals.

Physical Demands

Required to sit for prolonged periods; exposed to a visual display terminal for prolonged periods; dexterity and precision required in the operation of a computer.

Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

Stooping and/or kneeling

Reaching

Hearing

Talking

Lifting

Adaptability to performing various duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity.

Ability to demonstrate a strengths-based perspective rather than a deficit focus

Ability to demonstrate non-judgmental attitudes

Ability to adapt a whole child/holistic approach

Ability to demonstrate understanding of multi-tiered systems of support

Ability to understand cultural competency and sensitivity in working with families from different backgrounds.

Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.

This job description will be reviewed periodically and at the end of the academic year. The description may be amended to determine viability.

Postings current as of 6/24/2025 2:02:13 PM CST.

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