Senior Program Specialist - Psychiatric Social Worker at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
THE POSITION: Senior Program Specialist – Psychiatric Social Worker coordinates mental health services to youth in LACOE’s Community Schools program. They will provide families and school community support, consultation, and linkage to community resources. Promotes early identification of students with social and/or emotional needs and provides supportive and corrective intervention with the overarching objective to improve school attendance and school engagement under the supervision of the Director of the Community Schools.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Experience: Two years of experience with the supervision of interns desired. Previous experience working with and coordinating/providing services for school aged children. A minimum of five years of experience is desirable. Education: A Master’s Degree in a related field is required, social work preferred. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Must possess a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in social work or psychology.
Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials, and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date. Please attach credential document with the document number on it as it appears on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing website. Contact Astrid Gonzalez at Gonzalez_Astrid@lacoe.edu with any questions about the application process
Experience: Two years of experience with the supervision of interns desired. Previous experience working with and coordinating/providing services for school aged children. A minimum of five years of experience is desirable. Education: A Master’s Degree in a related field is required, social work preferred. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Must possess a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in social work or psychology.
Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials, and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date. Please attach credential document with the document number on it as it appears on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing website. Contact Astrid Gonzalez at Gonzalez_Astrid@lacoe.edu with any questions about the application process
Comments and Other Information
Los Angeles County Office of Education-COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
Under Superintendent Policy 4060, COVID-19 Vaccination, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) requires that all LACOE employees, including substitute employees, temporary office workers, hourly/part-time employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” when at least two weeks have passed since that individual’s receipt of the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. LACOE will consider requests for accommodations (exemptions) made by individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical reasons and/or sincerely held religious beliefs, subject to the interactive process.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Comments and Other Information
Los Angeles County Office of Education-COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
Under Superintendent Policy 4060, COVID-19 Vaccination, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) requires that all LACOE employees, including substitute employees, temporary office workers, hourly/part-time employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” when at least two weeks have passed since that individual’s receipt of the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. LACOE will consider requests for accommodations (exemptions) made by individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical reasons and/or sincerely held religious beliefs, subject to the interactive process.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/21/2021
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$103,704-$121,320
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time