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High School Family Advocate- North Woods Fusion Campus
High School Family Advocate- North Woods Fusion CampusWitt/Kieffer • Columbus, OH, US
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High School Family Advocate- North Woods Fusion Campus

High School Family Advocate- North Woods Fusion Campus

Witt / Kieffer • Columbus, OH, US
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Overview

High School Family Advocate- North Woods Fusion Campus

About the Organization At Career Prep schools we make a generational change by caring enough about each student to give them a personal, career-focused graduation plan and then helping them every step of the way to achieve their dreams. Career Prep schools provides high school students with an alternative education option designed to help every student succeed. Career Prep schools are designed with every type of learner in mind, regardless of the academic or career goals they have. We provide students with a flexible schedule and the personalized supports they need. Learn more at www.careerprepschool.org

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category : Support

  • Location : Columbus Region

Req Number : SUP-25-00029

Responsibilities

  • The Family Advocate works with students and families on Attendance and Retention.
  • Collaborates with the school's support staff to determine the best service outcomes for students / families and with community and social service entities to obtain necessary resources, information, and assistance.
  • Builds an organic awareness of the school through ongoing engagement with community and social service entities.
  • Systems
  • Advisory
  • Discovery
  • Goal Sheets
  • Quick Access
  • Retention

    • Accountable Functions

  • Advisory

    • Maintain a caseload of advisees; meet regularly with advisees to review Success Plan and student IRC participation; participate in Career Check and Connect day monthly; facilitate the completion of the OMJ Readiness Seal for advisees; teach and / or facilitate Industry Recognized Credential(s) within your building during the CTE block of daily instruction.

  • Discovery

    • Conduct the Student Needs Assessment as the first activity in Discovery; act as the school's Homeless Liaison for qualifying students; act as an agent of Child Find and ELL identification; create a Credit Flex Plan or Flexible Schedule in conjunction with the Principal and Success Coach prior to exiting Discovery.

  • Goal Sheets

    • Review daily Goal Sheet and calculate temporal equivalency to seat time for AIT.

  • Quick Access

    • Manage the AIT tab in Quick Access and documents (e.g., triggering absence; three meaningful attempts for parent / guardian participation on the team; date plan is created and implemented; student progress on the plan; additional attempts to retain the student).

  • Retention

    • Manage the AIT process; develop the individual Attendance Intervention Plan for each student including all necessary documentation in accordance with HB410; conduct AIT meetings; log EMIS reportable and non-reportable actions in the SIS; recommend withdrawal of students who are not showing progress and have 72+ hours of consecutive absences; implement retention strategies including home visits and providing community connections to resources to support retention.

    Other responsibilities include coordinating events for family engagement; tracking attendance patterns and creating solutions; identifying students in need of support and making daily contact; maintaining a non-judgmental positive attitude; communicating with school staff as a liaison among staff, students, parents, and the community; building networks with community members; training staff as needed; maintaining confidentiality; understanding academic needs; engaging community agencies and businesses for services and brand awareness; encouraging re-enrollment; participating in school and extracurricular activities; and performing other duties as required.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in counseling, social service, or related field
  • Experience managing a caseload attentively and efficiently
  • Satisfactory completion of state and federal required criminal history checks
  • Eligible for an Ohio substitute teaching license

    • Desirable experience and credentials :

  • Valid state Social Worker license (LSW, LPC, LISW, etc.) or license eligible
  • Experience working with urban high school / adolescents aged 16-21

    • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

  • Strong ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, staff, and business contacts
  • Flexibility with workload and priorities and strong organizational / administrative skills in a community setting
  • Ability to work in a diverse educational community
  • Knowledge of community resources including government, health, and other agencies
  • Ability to manage and communicate with difficult or emotional students, staff, parents, and community members
  • Active listening, critical thinking, and sound judgment
  • Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

    • Working Conditions

  • Interaction with students, staff, and parents / guardians
  • Interaction with colleagues at other locations via on-site and off-site groups, training, and professional development
  • Travel as needed; in-person professional development opportunities must be attended in person
  • Dexterity to operate computers / technology
  • In person and on-site at campus and community locations

    • Requirements

  • All FusionEd Career Prep School Systems
  • Uniform with school logo (provided by Career Prep)
  • Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Standing for extended periods, sitting occasionally
  • Ability to move around the building
  • Completion of all Family Advocate training modules in the Family Advocate Training Google Classroom

    • FusionEd / Career Prep Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive.

    Open Date 9 / 22 / 2025

    Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time

    Tags : social service, student programs, family services, living skills, support groups, FES reports, FES, social worker, licensed social worker, LSW, LPC, LISW

    Regional Coverage

    This position is currently accepting applications.

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