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Site Coordinator

Employer
Communities In Schools of Atlanta
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary
$38,400 - $43,500
Closing date
Jun 15, 2022

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Focus Areas
Youth Development
Job Function
Social Work / Counseling
Position Type
Full Time
Degree Level
Bachelors
Willingness to Travel
up to 25%
Experience Level
Entry-level

Job Details

SUMMARY: To encourage students to stay in school through high school graduation and prepare for life by; (1) identifying and coordinating appropriate community resources; (2) expanding parent/caretaker support and involvement and facilitating community partnerships; and (3) providing individualized assistance to students and families with special needs. 

REPORTS TO: Program Manager 

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Salaried, Exempt 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:  Duties of the Communities In Schools (CIS) of Atlanta Site Coordinator include but are not limited to the following: 

  • Develop necessary relationships with school staff, parents and community representatives;  Serve as a case manager for approximately 80 students to receive long-term sustained services (through CIS of Atlanta small group activities, and/or individual caseload services) and demonstrate improvement in students’ performance in attendance, behavior and/or academic performance when compared to the previous school year by;  

- Making home visits to complete a student profile and parent permission form; 

- Building one-on-one relationships with students and families; 

- Checking attendance and contacting parents of absent students; 

- Identifying academic deficits and supports needed, such as tutoring, to improve academic performance; 

- Making referrals for parents and students to outside agencies as appropriate; 

- Acting as an advocate for students with Juvenile Court and other institutions, if necessary; accurately maintaining all case files, collecting required data and providing reports for the use of CIS of Atlanta, the school and the school system.  

  • Complete a school site plan together with the principal and school staff, identifying strategies and interventions to support caseload students;  Seek resources for the school community, including:  

- Working with the CIS of Atlanta supervisor and/or CIS of Atlanta Partnerships department to identify social, educational, vocational and cultural resources; 

- Providing orientation and training as needed to school staff, volunteers and agency staff working with the school; 

- Designing and implementing special classes, programs, and extracurricular activities including the involvement of tutors, mentors, guest speakers, and other volunteers;  

  • Collect and compile required reports on services delivered;  Responsible for the development and implementation of the CIS of Atlanta Annual Site Operations Plan  Provide short-term, crisis intervention service to caseload students based on referrals from school staff: including maintaining a file on each referral to document the services provided;  

- Providing feedback to the referring source on progress in resolving problems identified;  

  • Work with other staff to increase parent/caretaker involvement according to goals established by CIS of Atlanta and individual school campuses;   Complete monthly reports of activities and services;  

- Meeting with the school principal on a regular basis to discuss the progress of the students being served and keep the principal informed of daily schedule;  

  • Attend required CIS of Atlanta staff meetings and training events, and other meetings as requested by the CIS of Atlanta supervisor or the school principal;  Participate fully in orientation and training, meetings, and other activities required by CIS of Atlanta  or the school system;  Carry out other duties as determined by the CIS of Atlanta Director of Programs.  

COMPENTENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data 

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics 

Project Management - Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget 

Technical Skills-Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict; Maintains confidentiality 

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings 

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively 

Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives 

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values 

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles 

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources 

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments 

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events  

SUPERVISION AND ACCOUNTABILITY: 

For daily operating activities, the Site Coordinator will report to the school principal. All reports to the main CIS of Atlanta office documenting campus activities by the Site Coordinator require the school principal’s review and signature. For external activities relating to service agencies, community partnerships, volunteers, and parent/caretaker contact, the Site Coordinator is accountable to the CIS of Atlanta supervisor. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

· Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in social work, social sciences, education, or a related field 

· Three or more years’ experience in working with schools and/or families and children; 

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills; 

· Excellent interpersonal skills; 

· Strong management and organizational skills; 

· Familiarity with education, health and human services, juvenile justice, and other family support services; 

· Able to work independently, meet deadlines, work under stress, be resourceful and function as an effective team member; 

· Valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle liability insurance & a personal vehicle (required) 

· Pass a criminal background check.   

REASONING ABILITY:  

· Ability to analyze and prioritize activities 

· Can work independently without constant supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

· Will require some light lifting 

· Must be Willing to travel, as job requires  

Company

Communities In Schools of Atlanta is an award-winning dropout prevention organization that was established in Atlanta, Georgia in 1972. What began in the basement of a modest home in the Grant Park community is now the nation’s largest dropout prevention network with a proven track record of positively impacting graduation rates. 

Communities In Schools of Atlanta’s mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. By bringing caring adults into the schools to address children’s unmet needs, we provide the link between educators and the community. The result: teachers are free to teach, and students – many in jeopardy of dropping out – have the opportunity to focus on learning. Communities in Schools of Atlanta empowered 30,000 students during the 2017-2018 school year, and 4,500 of those students received intensive individualized support. Ninety-two percent of our case load students stayed in school, and 92% were promoted or graduated. We are currently serving four school districts; Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton, DeKalb and Clayton County schools.

Company info
Website
Telephone
404-897-2390
Location
260 Peachtree St. NW
Ste 750
Atlanta
Georgia
30303
US

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