Family Services Specialist 2026-27

About the role

The position of Family Services Specialist is done for the purpose of serving as a liaison for families, ensuring that students are successful in their learning. The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

Responsibilities

• Provides information and referral services for community support services
• Facilitates access to programs offered by community organizations
• Connects families with District services that support academic success and emotional well-being of students
• Provides resources and support for families and students to navigate the school system
• Collaborates with school staff to address student and family needs
• Maintains data as required for reporting purposes
• Identifies and markets opportunities for family engagement
• Participates in and may facilitate community engagement activities for families
• Implements communication systems using a variety of methods with a focus on serving families within the scope and duties of the position
• Advocates for families and students to connect them with resources and support
• Arranges for translation/interpretation services within the scope of the position
• May be required to participate in home visits
• Maintains professional boundaries within a community-based role
• Develops and implements family support plans for students that qualify for McKinney-Vento and foster care services

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent
• Minimum of two years working with families and children in a community organization
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in social sciences, health, education, or related field
• Minimum of two years working in a school setting
• Bilingual or multilingual
• Washington State Driver's License (preferred)

Skills

• Supports families/students in crisis situations through effective analysis, problem-solving, and intervention as needed
• Provides services in a respectful and empathetic manner
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates computer skills including word processing, data entry, and maintenance of spreadsheets and other data files
• Ability to prioritize work with a focus on balancing crisis situations with support work for student success
• Ability to collaborate with other school employees, parents, and community members and organizations
• Possesses the ability to connect with students and families who may have traditionally been disconnected from schools
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility
• Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems

Pay

AISP pay range D $31.44 to $33.39/hour (starting pay is $31.44/hour), 40 hours per week for a 192-day annual assignment.

Schedule

40 hours per week for a 192-day annual assignment.