Project Specialist, Foster Youth and Homeless Education Services (PAF 742) at San Diego County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting to fill a vacancy for a Project Specialist, Foster Youth and Homeless Education Services (FYHES) in the Homeless Education Services Department. The San Diego County Office of Education provides support and resources to the 42 school districts in the county, JCCS and county-wide charter schools to implement the McKinney-Vento Act by providing technical assistance and training to the district homeless liaisons and other staff who are involved in working with homeless children and youth. The current vacancy primarily support projects specific to students experiencing homelessness, and is grant-funded through June 30, 2024. Under general direction, the Project Specialist, Foster Youth and Homeless Education, plans, coordinates and promotes the development and implementation of the Foster Youth Services Program and/or McKinney Vento Homeless Education Services Program; performs top-level staff assignments and professional-level activities in support of the Foster Youth Services and/or Homeless Education Services.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Project Specialist, FYHES position requires a bachelor's degree in social work, education, psychology, or closely related field, and three (3) years’ experience in foster and/or homeless education serving vulnerable youth. A master's degree in social work, education, psychology, or closely related field is preferred. This position requires knowledge of federal and state regulations and laws affecting the education of foster children and those who are experiencing homelessness including children with special needs, and the interaction between substitute caregivers, community-based organizations, placing agencies and educational agencies and advocacy groups.
In addition to your EDJOIN application, please add the following attachments: Resume, detailing education and experience Letter of Introduction Copies of transcripts verifying BA degree or higher Two current letters of recommendation The results of this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six months. Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Project Specialist, FYHES position requires a bachelor's degree in social work, education, psychology, or closely related field, and three (3) years’ experience in foster and/or homeless education serving vulnerable youth. A master's degree in social work, education, psychology, or closely related field is preferred. This position requires knowledge of federal and state regulations and laws affecting the education of foster children and those who are experiencing homelessness including children with special needs, and the interaction between substitute caregivers, community-based organizations, placing agencies and educational agencies and advocacy groups.
In addition to your EDJOIN application, please add the following attachments: Resume, detailing education and experience Letter of Introduction Copies of transcripts verifying BA degree or higher Two current letters of recommendation The results of this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six months. Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.
Comments and Other Information
Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal-opportunity employer.
Comments and Other Information
Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal-opportunity employer.
Application Deadline
10/15/2021 1:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/5/2021
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Management Grade 35: $93,487 - $113,639 annually
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Midtown, San Diego, CA
PAF
742
Note
This position is grant funded through June 30, 2024.