Social Worker __ Homeless/Parent and Family Engagement Liaison

Job Title: Social Worker __ Homeless/Parent and Family Engagement Liaison

Reports to: Director of State & Federal Programs

Dept./School: Campus Assigned

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: Instructional 2/192 days

Date Revised: 7/31/2026

Funding: Title I Homeless - 50%/ Title I PFE - 50%

Primary Purpose:

Perform casework service to help students resolve personal, emotional, and social problems that interfere with their adjustment to school and their ability to enjoy the benefits of the educational process. Provide consultation and support for district Parent and Family Engagement Program for parents as well as district and campus staff.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas license as a social worker granted by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of individual and group counseling skills

Knowledge and skill in casework methods

Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students

Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions

Awareness and ability to access community resources

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two years' experience in social work

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Social Work

• Conduct group and individual counseling sessions to enhance social development of students and provide peer support in areas such as grief, stress, or chemical dependency.
• Perform casework service with parents to increase the parents' understanding, their constructive participation in resolving their child's problems, and their knowledge and use of available and appropriate resources.
• Supervise the referral of students to outside agencies.
• Serve as liaison between student, home, school, and community resources, such as family service agencies, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and clergy members. Access and work closely with community agencies to identify resources for student and family support.
• Provide crisis intervention and preventive support as needed by students and their families.

Assessment

• Make home visits to gather information relating to students.
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine the cause of student problems and affect solutions.
• Arrange for medical, psychiatric, and other tests and examinations that may disclose causes of difficulties and indicate remedial measures.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures.
• Consultation
• Serve as consultant to school personnel regarding students or situations that are not referred for direct district or outside services.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of parent involvement activities and approve Parent and Family Engagement (PFE) proposals from campuses.
• Coordinate the parent focus groups and surveys for PFE. Update PFE policy annually.
• Develop and conduct parenting training and support groups.

Student Management

• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students.
• Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Program Management

• May supervise persons completing practicum or internship through a college or university program.
• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of social work services and make changes based on the findings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

Communication

• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.

Other

• Regular Attendance
• Duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Other:

Regular Attendance

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district-wide travel to student homes and multiple work locations as assigned. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities.

It is the responsibility of each employee that all tasks be conducted in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state and federal safety and health regulations, programmatic standards, and special safety concerns identified by WFISD for use in a particular area or with a student. Although most safety regulations are consistent throughout each department and program, it is the responsibility of employees to identify and familiarize themselves with the emergency plan for their working areas. Failure to follow WFISD's safety and health procedures or conduct that places the employee, student, volunteer, or property at risk may lead to employee disciplinary action or termination.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.