
STUDENT SUCCESS SPECIALIST - (JOB POSTING #234) at Rialto Unified School District
About the Employer
MISSION: The mission of the Rialto Unified School District, the bridge that connects students to their aspirations for the future, is to ensure each student achieves personal and career fulfillment within a global society, through a vital system distinguished by: • High expectations for student achievement • Safe and engaging learning environments • Effective family and community involvement • Learning opportunities beyond the traditional school setting • Appreciation of universal diversity BELIEFS: We believe that… • Everyone has unique talent • There is boundless power in all of us • All people have equal inherent worth • Diversity is strength • Each person deserves respect • High expectation inspires high achievement • Risk is essential to success • Common and individual interest are reciprocal • Integrity is critical to trust • Honest conversation leads to understanding • Music is the universal language • A strong community benefits all of its members • Everyone can contribute to the good of the community
Job Summary
Job Summary
DEFINITION Under the direction of Lead Student Services Agent, the Student Success Specialist will promote prevention and intervention services within a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework. Responsibilities include providing early identification of students with behavioral, social, and/or emotional concerns, short term one-on-one support, social skill support, screening and referral services, consultation and crisis intervention services for students identified as a having a disciplinary behavior that warrants an exclusionary response, and case management for students and parents. Collaborates with community partners, school staff, and outside agencies that can provide school-based services and interventions for students and their families. Works closely with other departments for linkage and referrals when appropriate. Provides parent engagement opportunities including but not limited to parent workshops, check-ins, and targeted case management.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience providing behavioral health services including direct services, treatment plans, monitoring progress, and exit from services. Experience working with children as a mental health clinician with experience working in a public education setting preferred. EDUCATION: Verification of a Master’s degree from an accredited college/university; Verification of Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) or Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist. LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Insurability by the District liability insurance carrier.
AN INCOMPLETE AND/OR LATE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. A COMPLETE APPLICATION CONSISTS OF: - A completed EDJOIN Classified Management online application
- Certification (Copy of LPCC Certification (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor))
- Copy of Transcript (Verification of Master's Degree from an accredited college/university is required)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters are required. All letters MUST be SIGNED and DATED within the last two years (TYPED signatures will NOT be accepted).)
- Resume (Current Resume)
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience providing behavioral health services including direct services, treatment plans, monitoring progress, and exit from services. Experience working with children as a mental health clinician with experience working in a public education setting preferred. EDUCATION: Verification of a Master’s degree from an accredited college/university; Verification of Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) or Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist. LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Insurability by the District liability insurance carrier.
AN INCOMPLETE AND/OR LATE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. A COMPLETE APPLICATION CONSISTS OF: - A completed EDJOIN Classified Management online application
- Certification (Copy of LPCC Certification (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor))
- Copy of Transcript (Verification of Master's Degree from an accredited college/university is required)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters are required. All letters MUST be SIGNED and DATED within the last two years (TYPED signatures will NOT be accepted).)
- Resume (Current Resume)
Comments and Other Information
Applicants must detail specifically how they meet the requirements of the position. All sections of the application must be FULLY completed even if a resume is submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. An incomplete application will not be considered.
All applications (outside and in-house) along with the required attachments must be submitted through EDJOIN.org, no later than 4:00 PM on the closing date. Paper applications and required attachments will not be accepted.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID E-MAIL ADDRESS.
The District is not responsible for district e-mails that may go into an applicant’s junk/spam mailbox. It is important for applicants to check their e-mail and ensure that all district e-mails are delivered to their inbox.
All offers of employment are made contingent upon the applicant passing a pre-employment physical examination, TB test and upon receipt of information from the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation that the applicant is not prohibited from being employed. Please be advised that the District’s practice is to not pay third party vendors for job references.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPT EVALUATION
Individuals who have completed course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts/degrees, prior to applying for a position, and attach a copy to the application electronically. The foreign transcripts must be evaluated by one of the approved organizations, listed on the Rialto USD website, in order to be accepted. These organizations are private enterprises who charge a fee for their services. Individuals pursuing a foreign transcript evaluation must follow the procedures outlined by the organization providing the evaluation. In all instances, original, official documentation will be required when requesting the evaluation.
Note: Disabled applicants may request reasonable accommodation in regard to testing procedures. Please do so prior to the closing date by calling (909) 820-7700, extension 2400.
Comments and Other Information
Applicants must detail specifically how they meet the requirements of the position. All sections of the application must be FULLY completed even if a resume is submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. An incomplete application will not be considered.
All applications (outside and in-house) along with the required attachments must be submitted through EDJOIN.org, no later than 4:00 PM on the closing date. Paper applications and required attachments will not be accepted.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID E-MAIL ADDRESS.
The District is not responsible for district e-mails that may go into an applicant’s junk/spam mailbox. It is important for applicants to check their e-mail and ensure that all district e-mails are delivered to their inbox.
All offers of employment are made contingent upon the applicant passing a pre-employment physical examination, TB test and upon receipt of information from the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation that the applicant is not prohibited from being employed. Please be advised that the District’s practice is to not pay third party vendors for job references.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPT EVALUATION
Individuals who have completed course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts/degrees, prior to applying for a position, and attach a copy to the application electronically. The foreign transcripts must be evaluated by one of the approved organizations, listed on the Rialto USD website, in order to be accepted. These organizations are private enterprises who charge a fee for their services. Individuals pursuing a foreign transcript evaluation must follow the procedures outlined by the organization providing the evaluation. In all instances, original, official documentation will be required when requesting the evaluation.
Note: Disabled applicants may request reasonable accommodation in regard to testing procedures. Please do so prior to the closing date by calling (909) 820-7700, extension 2400.