ELECT Community Liaison-Reintegration Specialist

Allentown City School District•Allentown, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The ELECT Community Liaison/Reintegration Specialist will ensure the implementation of the ELECT model program within the Allentown School District. This role involves developing and maintaining relationships with community organizations, monitoring program fidelity, managing referrals and expenses, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The specialist will also be responsible for grant reporting and ensuring staff utilize the Parents As Teachers data management system. The position emphasizes professional conduct, ethical practice, and a commitment to the ELECT Program's philosophy, vision, and mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in education, early childhood education, counseling, social work, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Ability to work independently, to interact well with others, and to provide reports in a timely manner.
At least five (5) years' experience in a school system or with families and young children.
Program management skills.
Proficient in Google and Microsoft Office programs, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel in addition to technology required for communication and meeting the expectations of the program.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).

Nice To Haves

Pennsylvania certification in teaching preferred.
Home visiting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure implementation of the ELECT model program as part of the Allentown School District.
Develop/maintain relationships with community organizations and leaders.
Demonstrate a personal commitment to the philosophy, vision and mission of the ELECT Program.
Monitor fidelity of ELECT Program in Allentown School District.
Oversee recruitment efforts or participation in centralized intake system.
Manage ELECT Program referrals.
Facilitate community donations to ELECT.
Manage ELECT expenses to ensure staying within grant guidelines.
Complete all necessary grant reports.
Ensure ELECT staff understand and use Parents As Teachers data management system.
Collaborate with administration, staff, students, families and volunteers.
Conduct monthly staff and Family Center Governing Board Meetings.
Ensure communication between ELECT and Family Center programs to avoid duplication of services.
Provide program resources to appropriate students, families and district staff.
Identify and collaborate with community resources and partners.
Perform duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in the Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators and the District's code of conduct.
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the department supervisor.