SCHOOL BOARD OF SAINT LUCIE COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION
Position No.
61130
Length of Work Year
10-months
Salary Schedule
WK0
Date Approved
8-26-97
FLSA
Non-exempt
Date Revised
4/26/05; 3/26/13
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TITLE
DEPARTMENT
REPORTS TO
Attendance Assistant
Student Services
Director of Student Service
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JOB GOAL:
To encourage daily school attendance through working with students, their families and the community.
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QUALIFICATIONS
1. High school diploma, or equivalent.
2. Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students and school personnel in regards to
attendance matters.
3. Ability to maintain accurate written documentation and daily record of contacts.
4. Valid drivers license clear of violations.
5. T.A.B.E. test or successful completion of one (1) year of college work.
6. General office skills, word processing and data entry proficiency tests.
7. Ability to perform the functions of the position.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To assist with attendance referrals and verify contact information. Documents contacts and reports
back to school and/or social worker.
2. To assist schools and social workers in locating and determining student addresses when
necessary.
3. To assist social workers and the District Nurse on home visits when safety is a potential concern.
4. To deliver essential school and Student Services forms to parents for signature and/or explanation
as requested.
5. To assist Student Services staff in Court proceedings.
6. To assist families in linkage with appropriate agencies.
7. To maintain records, files and documentation and other data on all cases.
8. To attend identified meetings.
9. To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
10. To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality.
11. To perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services.
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Physical Demand Class - Light-Medium: (LM) - Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 20
pounds or less. Infrequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 21-50 pounds. Frequent walking
and/or standing is required to carry\ our duties.