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Salary:

  •  $65,574-$88,306
  • Plus a $2000 Retention Payment to be paid in October 2024

Work Duration: 

  • 200 Days
  • 7.5 hours / day

Responsibilities:

Serves as the advocate for students within the adult structure of the school and community, including but not limited to: 

  • Conduct monthly attendance reports and coordinate with teachers, school nurses, guidance counselors and principals regarding those with frequent absences and tardiness; then counsels students and their parents/guardian with attendance problems
  • Initiate petitions to juvenile court by preparing cases for formal hearings and attend family court when cases are presented, using the services of the school district attorney when appropriate 
  • Participate in case conferences, individual or group counseling sessions whenever requested by a member of administration
  • Provide immediate service to students who are on the street or in public places
  • Visit places where students are employed to investigate legal absences and lawful working conditions 

Certification / Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field WITH at least three (3) years experience PREFERRED 
  • Must be able to travel between and among various student residences, schools, school board buildings, community and court buildings 
  • Ability to serve as a liaison between the school and court systems
  •  Ability to maintain effective relationships with all  stakeholders

District Support & Commitment:

Student Advocates new to St. Charles Parish Public Schools are provided with comprehensive and extensive support to foster success and growth, including but not limited to: 

  •  District On-boarding session to provide training and information regarding benefits packages, salary information and district expectations regarding policy and procedure
  • Professional growth opportunities for upward mobility and career advancement
  • Participation in new employee orientation and development sessions
  • Assignment of a district based mentor for support and school/community culture acquisition
  • Support from school-based administration and student support services staff
  • Support from and coordination with the Director of Child Welfare and Attendance