Lead Family Education Specialist Job at James Madison University
Position Number 4392 Posting Number S3133 State Role Title Education Support Specialist III Position Type Classified Position Status Full Time FLSA Status Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime College/Division College of Health and Behavioral Studies Department 540801 - SVMEP 2021 - 2022 Pay Band 4 Pay Rate Maximum Starting Specify Range or Amount $41,179 Is this a JMU Only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? Yes. This is a grant funded position and is contingent upon continued funding. Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Position Summary Information
General Information
The Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program (SVMEP) at the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS) at James Madison University is a year round program serving children from migrant families who come into the Shenandoah Valley to do qualifying work, which can include processing poultry, picking apples, and milking dairy cows. The SVMEP offers year-round advocacy and supplemental instructional services for preschool and school-aged eligible students as well as young adults under the age of twenty-two, targeting the students who are most at risk due to their high mobility and/or limited proficiency in English (identified as priority for service). The primary goal of the Migrant Education Program (MEP) is to ensure that all migrant students reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma or complete a GED that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning and productive employment.
IIHHS is an interdisciplinary community-engaged hub that brings together students, staff, faculty, and the community to advance a culture of health and equity through education, clinical practice, research, innovative programs and advocacy. SVMEP is a grant-funded program within IIHHS.
The Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services is an anti-racist and anti-discrimination organization which is against all forms of violence and is committed to identifying and dismantling systems of oppression, racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes to build healthier and safer communities where all individuals can thrive.
JMU offers excellent comprehensive benefits which include paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave in addition to 19 paid holidays a year; affordable health insurance; retirement through the Virginia Retirement System. We also offer a work-life balance and integration program, Balanced Dukes, that is designed to support and enhance the overall wellbeing of our employees and a Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU. Visit our Prospective Employee site to learn more about what makes James Madison University a great place to work!
IIHHS is an interdisciplinary community-engaged hub that brings together students, staff, faculty, and the community to advance a culture of health and equity through education, clinical practice, research, innovative programs and advocacy. SVMEP is a grant-funded program within IIHHS.
The Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services is an anti-racist and anti-discrimination organization which is against all forms of violence and is committed to identifying and dismantling systems of oppression, racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes to build healthier and safer communities where all individuals can thrive.
JMU offers excellent comprehensive benefits which include paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave in addition to 19 paid holidays a year; affordable health insurance; retirement through the Virginia Retirement System. We also offer a work-life balance and integration program, Balanced Dukes, that is designed to support and enhance the overall wellbeing of our employees and a Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU. Visit our Prospective Employee site to learn more about what makes James Madison University a great place to work!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Understand all federal regulations pertaining to the Migrant Education program.
- Cultivate and maintain working relationships with local schools and preschool programs in order to support the registration and academic success of migrant children in the program.
- Collaborate with families to support their child’s academic achievement, health and well-being.
- Develop community connections with regional programs and resources in order to make referrals to other services that would benefit the family in achieving their goals.
- Mentor youth through completion of high school and establishment of future educational and career goals.
- Measure, coordinate and implement the Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program in the areas of Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County. Ensure that migrant children and families within caseload have access to necessary resources so that they can be successful in the schools and community.
- Accurately identify and recruit migrant children in service region to ensure that they receive appropriate services within the various school systems and are well equipped to succeed in school.
- Serve as a liaison for the service area and is a knowledgeable resource, including, but not limited to: the school systems, community agencies, and health centers.
- Provide tutors for students needing supplemental academic help.
- May provide interpreting services and transportation on a case-by-case basis.
- Maintaining student records and data, tracking student progress and communication with the schools about students’ needs.
- The Lead Family Education Specialist (FES), this role will act as a mentor for other FES positions in the program.
- Assist with training new staff in topics specific to FES, such as home visiting, data entry, tracking spreadsheets, etc.
Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish and English required (oral and written). Candidates will be required to demonstrate fluency in both.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Ability to conduct interviews accurately and skillfully in order to determine eligibility for the program.
- Ability to follow direction.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with children, youth, adults, agency professionals, school staff and community members.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excel at multi-tasking and taking initiative in an independent work environment.
- Knowledge of available local services.
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work preferred.
- Interpretation and translation experience preferred.
- Experience with data entry preferred.
Condition(s) of Employment
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
04/05/2023
Beginning Review Date
04/13/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Proposed Starting Date
05/01/2023
EEO Statement
James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or
jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
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3
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