School Counselor, Juvenile Justice (Los Padrinos School) 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 SUMMARY: Under the day-to-day supervision of the school-site administrator, the school counselor, juvenile justice is responsible for delivering a comprehensive, equity-driven school counseling program that aligns with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model’s Domains to support the academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary development of at-promise youth in a juvenile justice setting. The counselor will implement transformative social-emotional learning (TSEL) practices and provide essential transition and aftercare services that empower students as they reintegrate into their communities, whether returning to their school of residence, pursuing higher education, engaging in vocational training, entering the workforce, or enlisting in military service. This role requires the school counselor to establish trusting relationships with students, providing them with individualized guidance on course credit accumulation and graduation requirements and facilitating their academic and social-emotional growth. Build strong connections with students and offer a thorough orientation to support successful transition into the school, focusing on student well-being, academic achievement, and planning for seamless transition back into the community. The counselor will actively advocate for students' needs, ensuring their successful transition from court school programs by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including probation officers, mental health professionals, juvenile health services, and other community partners. Additionally, the counselor will communicate effectively with diverse educational partners to support students’ overall well-being, including students, families/caregivers, school personnel, and agency partners. This position necessitates specialized expertise in post-secondary counseling within the juvenile justice system, underscoring the critical role of the school counselor in fostering student well-being, p
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS • A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a credentialed school counselor. • A master's degree in school counseling and guidance or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling. • Added authorization in Child Welfare and Attendance (CWA) Certification preferred.
In order to be considered as a candidate, the application must include email and phone contact information for three professional references. One reference must be your current supervisor. Select individuals who can comment on your skills, work ethic, and abilities based on their professional experience with you. Ideally, these references should be former supervisors or colleagues, who have directly observed your work performance. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Letter of Introduction • Credential(s) with document number (see instructions below) The following are step-by-step instructions follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential.
EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS • A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a credentialed school counselor. • A master's degree in school counseling and guidance or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling. • Added authorization in Child Welfare and Attendance (CWA) Certification preferred.
In order to be considered as a candidate, the application must include email and phone contact information for three professional references. One reference must be your current supervisor. Select individuals who can comment on your skills, work ethic, and abilities based on their professional experience with you. Ideally, these references should be former supervisors or colleagues, who have directly observed your work performance. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Letter of Introduction • Credential(s) with document number (see instructions below) The following are step-by-step instructions follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential.
Comments and Other Information
Contact Adriana Hernandez at Hernandez_Adriana@lacoe.edu and Lauren Sheahan at Sheahan_Lauren@lacoe.edu with questions about the process.
LACOE prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.lacoe.edu/about/board/policies
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) 922-6153.
Comments and Other Information
Contact Adriana Hernandez at Hernandez_Adriana@lacoe.edu and Lauren Sheahan at Sheahan_Lauren@lacoe.edu with questions about the process.
LACOE prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.lacoe.edu/about/board/policies
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) 922-6153.
Application Deadline
10/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/11/2024
Contact
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Single Rate
$83,982 - $ 137,043 Annually
$83,982 - $ 137,043 Annually
Length of Work Year
218 days. Duty year is July 1 – June 30
Employment Type
Full Time