Washoe County School District
Prevention Intervention Assistant One Year Only (40 hrs/wk Ends June 2026))
Washoe County School District, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
Prevention Intervention Assistant – One Year Only (40 hours/week, Ends June 2026)
Under the general direction of the site administrators, the Prevention/Intervention Assistant will implement a prevention-intervention model to support youth and families to promote academic success and increase graduation rates. The intervention model is a systems approach designed to help schools, parents, and youth identify the issues resulting in truancy and create solutions and support systems to change behavior. The Prevention/Intervention Assistant, Community Support Team and family will address the truant behavior in a way that is supportive, inclusive, and consistent. Responsible for implementing comprehensive student assistance programs in assigned schools that address problems associated with truancy and declining academic performance.
Responsibilities
Function as a child advocate to promote acceptable school attendance for all students.
Assist school administration in establishing a Community Support Team.
Schedule ongoing meetings to review caseload progress.
Consult with school personnel to encourage early identification of students with a pattern of irregular or poor attendance.
Serve as a mentor to one or more students throughout the school year.
Work with site administrators, families/guardians, teachers, truancy officers, and law enforcement officials on intervention processes to ensure student success expectations.
Consult with District Unity Support Coordinator and appropriate referral youth services for students involved with those agencies and develop a process for re-entry to the district.
Conduct home visits with the Community Intervention Team to identify reasons for insufficient attendance and promote support systems to change behavior.
Collaborate with school administration and teachers to identify students academically at risk and through the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process work together to provide additional instructional support.
Provide follow-up case management, ongoing support, and feedback to schools and families.
Work with school counselors to develop youth prevention/empowerment clubs.
Participate in MTSS/Case Review meetings as needed.
Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; some college experience is desirable.
Two (2) years of experience with students or parents in school or community agencies.
Knowledge of basic parenting skills, student at‑risk behavior, truancy, instructional practices including Nevada State Standards, district organizational structure and functioning, and district and community resources as related to the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, social work, human development and family studies, humanities, criminal justice or related field.
Experience: Two (2) years of successful experience working with at-risk students preferably in an educational setting. Experience in consulting with families and community agencies. Relevant experience in investigative work is helpful.
Knowledge of basic interviewing, counseling and casework principles and techniques; basic investigative techniques; report writing and record-keeping; laws, regulations and procedures affecting truancy issues; and community resources.
Skills: Communicating effectively with families, education personnel, various agencies and programs; recognizing and appreciating cultural differences and maintaining respect for cultural different backgrounds; maintaining confidentiality of information; establishing positive relationships with at risk youth; motivating youth, preparing and giving accurate written and/or reports; maintaining constructive relationships with those contacted at work; researching information and resources; analyzing problems and developing solutions; maintaining and following up on case load progress.
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of or ability to obtain a Nevada driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the district.
Additional Job Information Candidate needs to be able and willing to transport students daily throughout the school year. This position is a 40 hour a week, One-year-only position ending June 2026. This position is grant‑funded and is contingent upon continued funding. The hiring administrator may retain incumbent for the duration of the grant without re‑advertising.
Benefits
No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
Salary Increases
Longevity Bonuses
Guidance Resources
And More – Visit our Benefits page for more information.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.
Salary Grade 19 – Sch A: $18.11 (entry step); Sch B: $21.83 (entry step). Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.
Location Site(s): Innovations High School
EEO Statement The Washoe County School District prohibits bullying, cyber‑bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, political affiliation, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.
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Responsibilities
Function as a child advocate to promote acceptable school attendance for all students.
Assist school administration in establishing a Community Support Team.
Schedule ongoing meetings to review caseload progress.
Consult with school personnel to encourage early identification of students with a pattern of irregular or poor attendance.
Serve as a mentor to one or more students throughout the school year.
Work with site administrators, families/guardians, teachers, truancy officers, and law enforcement officials on intervention processes to ensure student success expectations.
Consult with District Unity Support Coordinator and appropriate referral youth services for students involved with those agencies and develop a process for re-entry to the district.
Conduct home visits with the Community Intervention Team to identify reasons for insufficient attendance and promote support systems to change behavior.
Collaborate with school administration and teachers to identify students academically at risk and through the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process work together to provide additional instructional support.
Provide follow-up case management, ongoing support, and feedback to schools and families.
Work with school counselors to develop youth prevention/empowerment clubs.
Participate in MTSS/Case Review meetings as needed.
Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; some college experience is desirable.
Two (2) years of experience with students or parents in school or community agencies.
Knowledge of basic parenting skills, student at‑risk behavior, truancy, instructional practices including Nevada State Standards, district organizational structure and functioning, and district and community resources as related to the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, social work, human development and family studies, humanities, criminal justice or related field.
Experience: Two (2) years of successful experience working with at-risk students preferably in an educational setting. Experience in consulting with families and community agencies. Relevant experience in investigative work is helpful.
Knowledge of basic interviewing, counseling and casework principles and techniques; basic investigative techniques; report writing and record-keeping; laws, regulations and procedures affecting truancy issues; and community resources.
Skills: Communicating effectively with families, education personnel, various agencies and programs; recognizing and appreciating cultural differences and maintaining respect for cultural different backgrounds; maintaining confidentiality of information; establishing positive relationships with at risk youth; motivating youth, preparing and giving accurate written and/or reports; maintaining constructive relationships with those contacted at work; researching information and resources; analyzing problems and developing solutions; maintaining and following up on case load progress.
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of or ability to obtain a Nevada driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the district.
Additional Job Information Candidate needs to be able and willing to transport students daily throughout the school year. This position is a 40 hour a week, One-year-only position ending June 2026. This position is grant‑funded and is contingent upon continued funding. The hiring administrator may retain incumbent for the duration of the grant without re‑advertising.
Benefits
No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
Salary Increases
Longevity Bonuses
Guidance Resources
And More – Visit our Benefits page for more information.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.
Salary Grade 19 – Sch A: $18.11 (entry step); Sch B: $21.83 (entry step). Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.
Location Site(s): Innovations High School
EEO Statement The Washoe County School District prohibits bullying, cyber‑bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, political affiliation, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.
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