Coordinator – (TOSA) Project Prevent RB# 24-122 - Buffalo Public Schools
Buffalo, NY
About the Job
Title:Coordinator – (TOSA) Project Prevent RB# 24-122
ID:9251
Department:Other
Location:Other
Division:Instructional
Type:Teacher
Description
BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 24-122 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL EMOTIONAL AND WELLNESS SUPPORTS COORDINATOR (TOSA) PROJECT PREVENT OCTOBER 23, 2024
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION: The Superintendent of Schools, Dr.Tonja Williams Knight, is interested in receiving applications for qualified candidates for the position of:
COORDINATOR (TOSA) PROJECT PREVENT
APPLICATION: Candidates must complete an application form available on the district website, www.buffaloschools.org/jobs . Click the " APPLY " button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed, click the “Submit” button.
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email. QUALIFICATIONS :
+ Candidates must hold a master’s degree, a NYS certificate in teaching, or in a pupil personnel service area (Attendance, School Counselor, School Psychologist, School Social Worker)
+ At least five years of experience within NYS certified area
+ Candidates must possess and have demonstrated strong organizational and collaboration skills, as well as communication skills, both written and oral.
+ Preferred candidates with prior background in:
+ Supporting mental health, social-emotional learning, and addressing overall wellness needs of youth and adults.
+ Multi-tiered System of Support
+ Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
+ Creating Positive School culture and climate
+ Trauma Informed Care
+ Restorative Practices
+ Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child framework
+ Data driven inquiry
DUTIES : Under the direction of the Director of Social Emotional and Wellness Supports and the Project Administrator II- Project Prevent, the Coordinator of Project Prevent will have responsibility in assisting with day-to-day management and execution the US Dept of Education Project Prevent Grant Award (PACE Buffalo) with roles and responsibilities including but not limited to:
+ Facilitating and connecting students and families to programs and services which address the mental, social, and emotional needs of students and families.
+ Being responsive to students presenting at-risk behaviors that might lead to student crisis.
+ Duties require the employee to function at school, in the student's home, and in the community
+ Ensure the achievement of grant goals and objectives are met.
+ Identifies and develops prevention and intervention services and programs related to Grant goals and objectives.
+ Assist in the development, coordination, and administration of student support programs as outlined in the grant.
+ Serving as a support and consultant to schools to address student social, emotional, and wellness needs.
+ Engages and integrates community partners, parents, and students.
+ Develop and maintain MTSS/Wellness Resources.
+ Identifies school culture and climate best practices, shares and supports implementation in other schools.
+ Assists with developing positive school culture and climates through the provision of targeted support, professional development, and wellness events.
+ Coordinates mental health prevention and intervention activities, supports and programs with appropriate school-based staff and district office staff.
+ Connects families, schools, and communities to increase engagement and involvement in planning and implementing school and community programs for school-aged youth.
+ Helps school-aged youth develop skills that will promote resilience and promote pro-social behaviors; avert the development of mental and behavioral health disorders; and prevent youth violence.
+ Coordinates referral services and follow-up with school-aged youth and their families.
+ Support improvements in school-aged youth and family-serving systems including improving the quality of school-based services, use of trauma-informed approaches, and social-emotional learning.
+ Serves as a technical resource to teachers, other school personnel, parents, and community stakeholders regarding health & wellness support services.
+ Provides consultation to school wellness teams on strategies that facilitate students' development and their ability to successfully deal with social-emotional barriers, crises, or traumatic experiences.
Other duties deemed necessary by the Director of Social Emotional and Wellness Supports for the successful operation of the grant.
APPOINTMENT : Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, credentials, and evaluation of service
SALARY: Teacher’s Salary Schedule
FUND #: Project Prevent Grant Funding through 12/31/2029
FINAL DATE FOR FILING : NOVEMBER 5, 2024
DR. TONJA WILLIAMS KNIGHT,
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579
Source : Buffalo Public Schools
