School-Based Family Specialist

Job Title: School -Based Family Specialist (SBFS) Department: Student and Family Support Services Reports To: Director of Student Engagement and Site School Leader Compensation: H-12 Number of Days: 190 Security Access: Various, as assigned FLSA: Non-exempt Oklahoma Teacher’s Retirement: Optional Participation Bargaining Unit: AFT Funding Source: District Paid and OKDHS Last Revised Date: January 14, 2026 Mission: Our students lead through literacy, are empowered through experience, and contribute to their community. Vision: Tulsa Public Schools honors the diversity, creativity, and passion of our students, elevating every student to be designers of their destiny. Core Values: Our core values guide how we work and interact with each other at every level of the organization. We embrace and embody these values every day: ● Equity: We know that our diversity is a community treasure, and we are committed to dismantling practices and systems that perpetuate inequalities, being actively anti -bias, anti-racist, and working toward justice and opportunity for all. ● Character: We are honest, trustworthy and have high standards of behavior. We make decisions based on what our students and community need, and we do the right thing even when it is hard. ● Excellence: We work together to give Tulsa the world- class schools it needs and deserves. We expect a lot from one another, and we support one another in achieving our shared, high expectations. ● Team: We care for one another and work together to celebrate success, learn from struggles, and work to help every team member be their best selves. ● Joy: Joy at school and at work makes us more productive, because when we create, innovate, and imagine, our motivation grows. Also, we love to have fun! Position Summary : The School -Based Family Specialist (SBFS) serves as a school - embedded liaison between Tulsa Public Schools, Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS), and families. The SBFS supports student success by addressing non -academic barriers to learning, strengthening family stabili ty, and coordinating access to school -based, community, and interagency resources. This role provides direct support to students and families by assessing needs, coordinating services, and supporting interventions related to attendance, behavior, social -emotional development, and family engagement. The SBFS works collaboratively with school teams and external partners to promote safe, supportive environments that enable students to succeed both at school and at home. Minimum Qualifications: Education: ● High school degree Experience: ● Three (3) years of experience in direct service with youth ● Experience working in K -12 school settings serving low -income students and communities Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, and Certifications • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace • Bilingual in Spanish preferred Responsibilities and Essential Functions: The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions. OKDHS Program Responsibilities (Approximately 80%) These duties represent the core function of the SBFS role and are performed in alignment with OKDHS program requirements. • Serve as a liaison between families, schools, and OKDHS to support access to Adult and Family Services (AFS) and Child Welfare (CW) programs • Identify and assess the needs of students and families and connect them to appropriate state, community, or interagency services • Assist families with applications and renewals for benefits such as Medicaid/SoonerCare, SNAP, TANF, childcare, and other OKDHS programs • Conduct home visits or provide transportation support when required to meet program goals and family needs • Support families with securing resources related to housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and basic needs • Assist school personnel, when requested, with understanding child welfare referral processes and required reporting • Act as a liaison to Child Welfare Services when appropriate, in coordination with the DHS Program Liaison • Maintain accurate documentation of services, contacts, and referrals in OKDHS tracking systems • Complete required data collection, reporting, and invoicing documentation in compliance with OKDHS requirements • Participate in required OKDHS and district trainings • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with state, federal, and district regulations School -Based Support Responsibilities (Approximately 20%) These duties are secondary and must remain connected to students and families receiving SBFS services. The SBFS does not own or manage schoolwide systems or provide ongoing student counseling. • Serve as a point of contact between the school and families receiving SBFS services • Participate in school meetings when requested and when directly related to SBFS - served students or families • Provide consultation to school staff regarding available community resources and referral processes • Support limited family engagement activities or school events when participation supports SBFS outreach or service connection • Assist with attendance or engagement follow -up when tied to SBFS program goals • Facilitate referrals to appropriate school or district staff for academic, behavioral, or mental health concerns • Share relevant information with school personnel, as permitted, to support coordination of services • Provide short -term follow -up or support to families at the request of the school when aligned with SBFS scope Skills and Abilities Required: The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties. • Active listening and strong interpersonal skills • Social awareness and sound professional judgment • Critical thinking and complex problem -solving abilities • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and agencies • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information Customer Contacts: ● Internal : TPS district employees and school staff ● External: Students, parents or guardians, community members, partner organizations, and local or state agencies Supervisory Responsibility: ● This position does not supervise other employees. Working Conditions: Exposure to the following situations may range from rare to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable. ● Work is primarily performed in office and school environments ● Occasional to frequent travel between district and non- district sites may be required Physical Conditions: Exposure to the following situations may range from rare to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable. • Work is primarily performed in school, office, and community -based environments. • Regular walking, standing, and sitting throughout the workday while moving between classrooms, offices, and school sites. • Occasional travel between district schools, homes, and community partner locations. • Use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and printers. • Occasional lifting or carrying of light materials related to school or family support activities. • Interaction with students, families, or staff who may be experiencing stress, conflict, or crisis situations. Tulsa Public Schools is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team of individuals who contribute to the district's mission with their talents, skills, and energy. Tulsa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy , disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, age , or any other classification protected by applicable law. Tulsa Public Schools also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact the district's ADA Coordinator at ada@tulsaschools.org. You can also direct your request for accommodation in writing via mai l to the Tulsa Public Schools Education Service Center, Attn: ADA Coordinator, 3027 S. New Haven Ave., Tulsa, OK 74114- 6131.