School Liaison at Youth Advocate Programs in Meadville, PA

SCHOOL LIAISON Status: Part-Time Hourly                  FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of Position: School Liaison is a non-traditional way of providing intensive individualized truancy services in a variety of community-based settings, in the home, school, and community, to youth with truancy issues identified by the educational settings and school district that the youth attends and their family. • School liaison serves as a vital link between the school, families, and community partners. This role support student success by improving communication, coordinating services, and promoting engagement by building and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and staff.  • The goal is to implement sound clinical interventions and support services to enable the youth to maintain and function appropriately in the educational setting and school environment that they are enrolled as a student. • Identify student and family needs and connect them with appropriate resources. • Monitor attendance and support truancy prevention efforts.  • Collaborate with teachers, counselor, and administrators to resolve issues.  • Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement. Qualifications/Requirements:  • Bachelors degree in education, social work, counseling or related fields is preferred.  • High school diploma or equivalent  • 2+ years of experience in a school or community-based setting • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Knowledge of local community resources and support services.  • Must be able to travel around the county to complete school checks/transport on occasion. • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required. • Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.  Benefits Available:  • Voluntary Dental • Voluntary Vision • UNUM Supplemental Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Pet Insurance • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan • Weekly Pay • Direct Deposit • Flexible hours; non-traditional hours. Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.   #pajobs