Chief of Wellbeing and Support Services 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
POSITION OVERVIEW The Chief of Wellbeing and Support Services provides leadership and central support, with a social work focus, for LACOE’s coordinated student support services, school behavioral health programs, including the Community Schools Initiative, mental health services and support, well- being and partnerships. The Chief of Wellbeing and Support Services collaborates and partners with Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and other key behavioral health stakeholders, to develop a framework for a robust and coordinated system of social, emotional, and behavioral health supports for students across LACOE's Community Schools, other self-governed programs as well as in partnership with the 80 school districts within Los Angeles County. The Chief of Wellbeing and Support Services reports to the County Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE Broad range of leadership experience in a large mental health or public school organization with a diverse population. Executive Cabinet experience, with an extensive background in social work, child welfare and attendance, school mental health, school support services, equity, diversity and inclusion, is required. Direct school site work or school site experience preferred. EDUCATION A master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage, and family therapy, school counseling, or closely related field from an accredited college or university is required and a License in Clinical Social Work or License in Marriage and Family Therapy or doctorate in the related field is desirable. LICENSE AND CREDENTIAL Possess and maintain a valid California Administrative Services Credential. A valid License in Clinical Social Work, License in Marriage and Family Therapy, Pupil Personnel Services Credential in Social Work or School Counseling or Certified Health Education Specialist Credential is desirable. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons should submit an online employment application to Human Resource Services. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, letter of introduction, resume, copy of credentials, and three (3) letters of recommendation dated and signed within the past 12 months, including one from an immediate supervisor. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California Administrative Services Credential. Candidate should also maintain a valid license in Clincial Social Work, and a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in Social Work. A Certified Health Education Specialist Credential is desirable.(Please provide a copy of each crednetial document as it appears on the Californa Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the doucment number on it.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed within the last 12 months, one (1) of which must be from immediate supervisor)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE Broad range of leadership experience in a large mental health or public school organization with a diverse population. Executive Cabinet experience, with an extensive background in social work, child welfare and attendance, school mental health, school support services, equity, diversity and inclusion, is required. Direct school site work or school site experience preferred. EDUCATION A master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage, and family therapy, school counseling, or closely related field from an accredited college or university is required and a License in Clinical Social Work or License in Marriage and Family Therapy or doctorate in the related field is desirable. LICENSE AND CREDENTIAL Possess and maintain a valid California Administrative Services Credential. A valid License in Clinical Social Work, License in Marriage and Family Therapy, Pupil Personnel Services Credential in Social Work or School Counseling or Certified Health Education Specialist Credential is desirable. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons should submit an online employment application to Human Resource Services. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, letter of introduction, resume, copy of credentials, and three (3) letters of recommendation dated and signed within the past 12 months, including one from an immediate supervisor. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California Administrative Services Credential. Candidate should also maintain a valid license in Clincial Social Work, and a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in Social Work. A Certified Health Education Specialist Credential is desirable.(Please provide a copy of each crednetial document as it appears on the Californa Commission on Teaching Credentialing website with the doucment number on it.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed within the last 12 months, one (1) of which must be from immediate supervisor)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Los Angeles County Office of Education Employees
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
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Los Angeles County Office of Education Employees
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
11/10/2021 1:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/18/2021
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$201,120 - $249,156
Length of Work Year
Twelve months. Duty year is July 1 - June 30.
Employment Type
Full Time