Resource Assistant - Student Support Services

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY POSTION TITLE: Resource Assistant ASSIGNMENT: Resource Assistant

• Student Support Services MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent Valid Florida driver's license Provide own transportation Must maintain valid Florida driver's license and maintain a good driving record showing no DUI convictions Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 pounds Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Physical requirements may increase based on specific job requirements Training in parenting skills and/or child development Knowledge of the school system Bilingual (Spanish) PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Makes home visits as requested by schools through Brief Service Referral (BSR). Works cooperatively with schools and staff to meet needs of students/families. Visits schools to determine needs of students. Visits families to determine needs of the families (i.e., clothing, food, medical services, etc.) Maintains close coordination with school personnel and district social workers. Prepares reports (as required) and maintains records. Maintains a file of community resources and eligibility requirements. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator TERM: Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process APPRAISAL: Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies PAY GRADE: According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-instructional Salary Schedule NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. To request accommodations, please contact: Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources 426 School Street Sebring, FL 33870 863-471-5555 [email protected] CLEARINGHOUSE INFORMATION: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Reformatted 7/2015 Board Approved 4/25/2017 Modified 1/10/2022 GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL: All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities: Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over