ESD 113- School and Community Resource Liaison

School and Community Resource Liaison

Best to apply by 9/6/26. Job open until filled.

Capital Region ESD 113 is committed to closing gaps, growing people, influencing change, and eradicating racism through our service to our region and state. BIPOC as well as culturally and linguistically diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is 8 hours/day, 180 days/year. Work calendar will be determined at time of hire.

Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision, Life/AD&D insurance, FSA/DCAP, LTD insurance, Retirement/DCP, EAP, and Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

Required attachments: Transcript, Resume and Cover Letter

Please see the job description below for a list of Essential Functions.

Purpose Statement

The job of School and Community Resources Liaison is done for the purpose of assisting schools and ESD staff in coordinating referrals and supports for youth and their families, including behavioral health care, physical health care, education, juvenile justice, and other services available in the community as a part of the local System of Care; advocating for students and their families, coordinating services, and providing ongoing feedback to the System of Care and emphasizing the importance of assisting youth and families dealing with complex needs; and identifying, coordinating, and providing resources for districts and staff serving students in our region.

Essential Functions

Acts as a Liaison

• Acts as a liaison between school districts, families, and community service providers for the purpose of connecting youth with appropriate supports and resources.

Attends Meetings and Professional Development

• Attends meetings, workshops, and seminars as assigned (e.g. Drug Action Team, Thurston/Mason County partnership meetings, local coalitions, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform functions.

Builds Community Partnerships

• Builds and maintains partnerships between schools and community agencies for the purpose of reducing barriers to student engagement in education.

Compiles Documentation

• Compiles documentation for the purpose of processing data for the determination of eligibility for programs and services.

Coordinates Referrals

• Coordinates referrals and monitors follow-up services for the purpose of ensuring continuity and effectiveness.

Coordinates with Service Agencies

• Coordinates with outside service agencies and school sites for the purpose of helping parents of eligible students access services identified in the student service plan.

Distributes Materials

• Distributes materials to schools and families for the purpose of providing information on available programs and services.

Maintains Records

• Maintains records and files for the purpose of documenting activities, complying with federal, state, and school system requirements and evaluation processes.

Participates in Workgroups

• Participates in partner workgroups for the purpose of developing and enhancing local resources to respond to unmet needs.

Prepares Materials

• Prepares a variety of materials (e.g. minutes, correspondence, narrative reports, work plans, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and written documentation.

Presents Information

• Presents a variety of information to a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. Providers Consortium, PTA, Affinity groups, parents, etc.) for the purpose of increasing collaboration between service providers.

Provides Guidance

• Provides guidance and information to personnel and partner agencies regarding available resources and services for youth and families for the purpose of increasing awareness of and access to resources.

Provides Support to Stakeholders

• Provides support to a wide variety of stakeholders (e.g. community resource coordinator, substance abuse agencies, school nurse corp, school counselors, etc.) for the purpose of coordinating and monitoring the delivery of available services.

Responds to Inquiries

• Responds to inquiries from a variety of stakeholders (e.g. parents, staff, clinicians, the public, etc.) for the purpose of providing information on community resources.

Travels as Needed

• Travels, as needed, (e.g. meetings, districts, etc.) for the purpose of completing the essential functions of the position.

Other Functions

Assists Other Personnel

• Assists other personnel, as needed, for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Performs Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge Required Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

• Knowledge of local agencies, resources, systems and access to service
• Compliance requirements
• ESD113 programs
• In-depth knowledge of District student assistance processes

Skills Required Skills are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

• Applying assessment instruments
• Operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records
• Providing effective oral and written communication with a variety of social and ethnic groups
• Solving problems
• Assessing student assistance options

Abilities Required Ability is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate.

Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

• Displaying mechanical aptitude
• Adapting to changing work priorities
• Communicating with diverse groups
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Setting priorities
• Working with frequent interruptions
• Working with detailed information/data
• Working independently

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 30% walking, 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency: AA degree preferred, though may be waived in lieu of any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position. At least 2 years of relevant job experience in an educational and/or health care setting preferred.

Required Testing, Certificates and Licenses

Required Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Education/Training:

• Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Required Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
• WA State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release

Employment Details

FLSA Status: Non Exempt Approval Date: 01/12/2026 Revised Date: (Not specified) Pay Grade: Range 38

Capital Region ESD 113 is an Equal Opportunity Employer