Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Liaison

Salary : $5,025.00 - $6,107.00 Monthly
Location : Downey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 000378 - 2025
Department: DUSD
Opening Date: 10/17/2024
Closing Date: 11/6/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Only online applications and required transcripts will be accepted:
This is a Promotional and Open recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill vacancies. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list.
Positions in this classification are full-time 40 hours per week, 12 months per year.
The recruitment process will consist of a written and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of November 11 - December 6, 2024 . Qualified applicants will be notified by email.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Community School Program Specialist, provide liaison between the school, home and community agencies; in benefit of student academic success provide assistance to families, school and community partners; coordinate, plan, develop and implement information and educational programs with families and educators to benefit student academic success through the practice of family and community engagement (FACE); provide outreach services to the community, families, and staff and promote and assist both family and community engagement in order to provide for active participation in the socio-emotional and academic success of all students. The Liaison serves as a culturally and linguistically responsive bridge between all families, schools, students, teachers, administrators, school staff, and community.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This position will support the Community Schools Model and strategies. This position may be required to work evenings and weekends as needed. This position is only used for the duration of a specially funded program and will be terminated once the program funding ends.
FUNCTION & DUTIES
Plan, develop, and implement the family and parent engagement community component of the school's Single Plan for Student Achievement and program components of local, state, and federal grants. E
Coordinate and facilitate school site workshops (programming) to engage families and educators in academic, health-conscious, and socio-emotional success of students through a variety of services and programs designed to increase student academic achievement and socio-emotional well-being to improve their overall educational experience. E
With District Supervisor and/or designee's approval, and following district protocol, support school staff/district personnel with parent contacts, both through community visits/telephone calls to provide referrals about school, policies and programs which support family's needs to assist/improve student academic success. E
Foster relationships/partnerships with outside community and educational organizations focused on family engagement linked to learning.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to provide programs and resources that are reflective/supportive of student's needs; develop and implement methods to increase parent attendance at meetings, school engagement activities and district events. E
Collect and report on data through tools and structures as requested by District Supervisor or designee. E
Create a welcoming school environment for educational partners including parents, families, and community members throughout the school site. E
Support in coordinating family and community volunteer services at the school site(s) and recruit parent volunteers to align with DUSD volunteer policies. E
Develop, establish and coordinate community resource contacts; maintain information systems on available community resources for use by District personnel, parent groups and families. E
Monitor the use of community resources and the effectiveness of those resources in meeting school/community needs. E
Serve as a liaison and community resource for students, staff, parents, parent groups, community groups, and advisory committees to facilitate parent and family engagement and development which directly impacts student learning. E
Support and assist site-based teams (i.e. COST, PBIS, and other leadership teams), working with school site leaders, teachers and parents to address student and family needs. E
Provide in-service opportunities for school personnel working with community resources and family and community engagement. E
Interpret and translate as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly used in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Community resource organizations including business, and public resources (Federal, State, and County agencies).
District attendance policies and procedures.
Record keeping techniques.
Federal, state, and county resources including those agencies funded from government and private sources in the areas of health and education.
Cultural backgrounds of socio-economic groups and individuals involved in the communities served.
Parent education training and staff development.
Laws, codes, rules, and regulations related to assigned activities.
Telephone and office etiquette and procedures.
Requirements of federal and state mandates for parent involvement meetings.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Work cooperatively with others and with confidentiality.
Communicate effectively with others using strong interpersonal skills.
Work confidently with limited direction and in collaboration with other school staff
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing utilizing proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Utilize judgment and observe safe work practices.
Perform the essential functions of the job.
Speak, read, and write in Spanish, required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Associate's degree with a major in Human services, social services, social work, education or closely related field.
Two (2) years case management and social work experience preferred.
Two (2) years' experience working with community and social services organizations, or Two (2) years' experience working in a school environment with experience building relationships with families, community resources, and attendance is desirable.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license.
Full-time Employees earn up:

• 12 paid vacation days per year
  
• 12 paid sick days per year with unlimited accumulation
  
• 13 paid holidays

The District offers two excellent medical plans, Blue Shield and Kaiser Permanente ; two dental plans, Delta Dental and MetLife SafeGuard ; and vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Currently full-time employees (employees working 6 hours or more per day) pay 20% of the premium cost for these plans. All plans are available to the employee and their dependents. This coverage is available to employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Retirement benefits include membership in CalPERS (California Public Employee's Retirement System) and Social Security (OASDI). This is a joint contribution plan. To qualify for CalPERS an employee must work a minimum of 20 hours per week or already be a member, if not the employee is eligible for an alternative retirement plan.
Additionally, the District encourages employees to pursue professional growth, and provides financial incentive for classified employees completing professional growth programs. Additional benefits available to employees to which the District does not contribute include life insurance, a Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan, an income protection plan, and a credit union.
Substitute employees are not eligible for vacation or holiday pay but are eligible to earn sick leave at the rate of one hour per 30 hours worked, not to exceed 48 hours. Further, substitute employees are not automatically eligible for CalPERS or District health benefits.
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The information you provide on the general and supplemental applications will be used to evaluate whether you meet the minimum requirements for this position. All experience, education, training, and certification must be included in your application in order to be considered. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Supplemental questions that are not answered fully and completely will be considered incomplete and may cause you to not be considered further in the recruitment process. All experience mentioned in the Supplemental Questions must also be included in the Work Experience section of the application in order to be considered complete. Resumes are not required or reviewed during the application process; therefore, you must ensure the application is complete.
Did you read and understand this information?

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• No

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We are recruiting for Bilingual positions (the ability to speak in Spanish). Do you speak in Spanish?

• Yes
• No

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Would you like to take the Bilingual Exam?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess an associate's degree with a major in human services, social services, social work, education or closely related field.Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts to your application.

• Yes
• No

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If you selected yes to question above and if your degree is of a closely related field, please indicate the major your degree is in.
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This position requires the possession of a valid California driver's license. Do you have a VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE?

• Yes
• No

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What is your Driver's License expiration date?
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How many years of experience do you possess working with case management and social work?Note: The response should be also be detailed in your application work experience.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• 4-6 years

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How many years of experience do you possess working with community and social services organizations, or working in a school environment with experience building relationships with families, community resources and attendance.Note: The response should be also be detailed in your application work experience.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• 4-6 years

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Please describe in detail your experience working with case management, social work, community and social services organizations.Note: The response should also be detailed in your application work experience.
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Do you possess experience working in a school environment with building relationships with families community resources, and attendance?Note: The response should also be detailed in your application work experience.
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CERTIFICATIONBy typing your name below, I hereby certify that all statements made in this supplemental application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any misstatement of material facts will subject me to disqualification or dismissal.
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