Mental Health Service Specialist, 2025-26 School Year at Los Alamitos Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
This is an opening for the 2025-2026 school year. This position is funded for two school years (2025-26 & 2026-27) through grant dollars. A Pupil Personnel Services credential is required to be considered for this position. It includes a generous Fringe Benefit Package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance for employee plus dependent coverage available, doctorate stipend, ACSA dues, mileage, & more. Find more information about our District at www.losal.org. Complete applications must be submitted via Edjoin by the deadline of the posting. Applications and/or supporting documents will not be accepted after the deadline of the posting.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications: • Master's degree and Pupil Personnel Services credential are required (must be completed by July 1, 2025) • Licensure in counseling, social work, or psychology (MFT, LCSW, LPCC) preferred (must be completed by July 1, 2025) • 3-5 years of work experience as a credentialed PPS professional in a school-based setting • Experience in mental health service coordination, school-based counseling, or behavioral health program implementation See the list of required supporting documents below:
- Copy of Transcript (Unofficial transcripts showing Masters degree)
- Credential Copy (Copy of valid credential or program status letter)
- Letter of Introduction (Please include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al; Address letter to Dr. Ryan Weiss-Wright, Ed.D, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please attached three (3) current letters of recommendation)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications: • Master's degree and Pupil Personnel Services credential are required (must be completed by July 1, 2025) • Licensure in counseling, social work, or psychology (MFT, LCSW, LPCC) preferred (must be completed by July 1, 2025) • 3-5 years of work experience as a credentialed PPS professional in a school-based setting • Experience in mental health service coordination, school-based counseling, or behavioral health program implementation See the list of required supporting documents below:
- Copy of Transcript (Unofficial transcripts showing Masters degree)
- Credential Copy (Copy of valid credential or program status letter)
- Letter of Introduction (Please include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al; Address letter to Dr. Ryan Weiss-Wright, Ed.D, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please attached three (3) current letters of recommendation)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
• Completed applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal and include the following supporting documentation: A letter of interest (Include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al), resume, three current letters of recommendation, copy of credential or credential program status letter (confirming credential program & anticipated completion date) and copy of transcripts showing Master’s degree
• Current employees only need to submit: “Certificated Administrator Application” form, letter of interest (Include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al) and resume via email to employment@losal.org
• Selected applicants will be notified of interview
• For inquiries contact Elisa Miller, Certificated Personnel Specialist at (562) 799-4700, ext. 80410
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
• Completed applications must be submitted through www.edjoin.org/losal and include the following supporting documentation: A letter of interest (Include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al), resume, three current letters of recommendation, copy of credential or credential program status letter (confirming credential program & anticipated completion date) and copy of transcripts showing Master’s degree
• Current employees only need to submit: “Certificated Administrator Application” form, letter of interest (Include: background, three critical skills, and why you want to work in Los Al) and resume via email to employment@losal.org
• Selected applicants will be notified of interview
• For inquiries contact Elisa Miller, Certificated Personnel Specialist at (562) 799-4700, ext. 80410