PUPIL SERVICES AND ATTENDANCE (PSA) COUNSELOR (0543) - A-G DIPLOMA PROGRAM PSA COUNSELOR at Los Angeles Unified School District
About the Employer
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is the 2nd largest public school district in the United States. The school district consists of Los Angeles and all or portions of several adjoining Southern California cities. LAUSD educates and empowers all students as future leaders.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Job Description Applications are now being accepted from current and prospective Pupil Services and Attendance Counselors (0543) for the position of A-G Diploma Program PSA Counselor. This counselor will be assigned to selected secondary school(s), which may include multiple schools and/or span across multiple Local District boundaries. This position will focus on dropout prevention, A-G intervention and credit recovery, supporting transition and articulation, and college and career readiness. Each counselor will collaborate with school- site, Central Office, and Local District staff. Each PSA Counselor will report directly to the Student Health and Human Services administrator, under the direction of the Director of Student Support Programs, and under the day-to-day supervision of school site administrator(s). These positions are primarily funded by categorical funds and are subject to review for renewal on an annual basis. For additional information regarding the classification, job duties, and minimum requirements, please see the class description here: https://achieve.lausd.net/Page/4044
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Requirements All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources. For additional information, please call (213) 241-6520. • Current employment as a Pupil Services and Attendance Counselor (0543) OR an earned master’s or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard from a regionally-accredited college or university in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, educational psychology, education, or other related field. • One year of supervised field experience, as verified by an approved institution, in social work, school counseling, school psychology OR one year of successful full-time service in a certificated position which requires a Pupil Personnel Service (PPS) Credential. • A California Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) authorizing K-12 service in Child Welfare and Attendance OR Hold a PPS credential and proof of enrollment in a CWA program OR proof of enrollment in a university PPSC with a CWA certificate program. Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice. Special Requirement • A valid California driver license and the use of an automobile Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Requirements All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources. For additional information, please call (213) 241-6520. • Current employment as a Pupil Services and Attendance Counselor (0543) OR an earned master’s or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard from a regionally-accredited college or university in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, educational psychology, education, or other related field. • One year of supervised field experience, as verified by an approved institution, in social work, school counseling, school psychology OR one year of successful full-time service in a certificated position which requires a Pupil Personnel Service (PPS) Credential. • A California Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) authorizing K-12 service in Child Welfare and Attendance OR Hold a PPS credential and proof of enrollment in a CWA program OR proof of enrollment in a university PPSC with a CWA certificate program. Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice. Special Requirement • A valid California driver license and the use of an automobile Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure
Current Pupil Services and Attendance (PSA) Counselors who are qualified and interested in this position must submit the following application materials to Student Support Programs via email to Inez Reveles-Sieracki at inez.reveles@lausd.net. Include the following in the email subject line: A-G Diploma Program, PSA Counselor, Applicant Name.
1. A letter of intent that describes qualification for this position and successful experience in the following areas:
• Providing counseling and advocacy services to students and families
• Supporting students to meet the requirements for high school graduation
• Implementing tiered intervention strategies to support the academic success of students
• Utilizing data to identify students in need of dropout prevention support and services
2. A current resume (including employee number if you are an LAUSD employee)
3. A list of three references that includes the current and next most recent supervisor(s) with their contact information
Prospective applicants who are not current PSA Counselors must first apply to become a PSA Counselor at https://achieve.lausd.net/Page/4625 and upload the applications materials outlined above.
Once the online application is complete, send an email Student Support Programs via Inez Reveles-Sieracki at inez.reveles@lausd.net. Include the following in the email subject line: A-G Diploma Program, NEW PSA Counselor, Applicant Name. In the body of the email, indicate intent to apply for the A-G Diploma Program and that the online PSA Counselor application is complete.
DEADLINE: Wednesday July 27, 2022– 5:00 p.m.
All application materials must be received by the filing deadline.
MATERIALS SENT BY FAX, SCHOOL MAIL, OR US MAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure
Current Pupil Services and Attendance (PSA) Counselors who are qualified and interested in this position must submit the following application materials to Student Support Programs via email to Inez Reveles-Sieracki at inez.reveles@lausd.net. Include the following in the email subject line: A-G Diploma Program, PSA Counselor, Applicant Name.
1. A letter of intent that describes qualification for this position and successful experience in the following areas:
• Providing counseling and advocacy services to students and families
• Supporting students to meet the requirements for high school graduation
• Implementing tiered intervention strategies to support the academic success of students
• Utilizing data to identify students in need of dropout prevention support and services
2. A current resume (including employee number if you are an LAUSD employee)
3. A list of three references that includes the current and next most recent supervisor(s) with their contact information
Prospective applicants who are not current PSA Counselors must first apply to become a PSA Counselor at https://achieve.lausd.net/Page/4625 and upload the applications materials outlined above.
Once the online application is complete, send an email Student Support Programs via Inez Reveles-Sieracki at inez.reveles@lausd.net. Include the following in the email subject line: A-G Diploma Program, NEW PSA Counselor, Applicant Name. In the body of the email, indicate intent to apply for the A-G Diploma Program and that the online PSA Counselor application is complete.
DEADLINE: Wednesday July 27, 2022– 5:00 p.m.
All application materials must be received by the filing deadline.
MATERIALS SENT BY FAX, SCHOOL MAIL, OR US MAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Application Deadline
7/27/2022 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
7/1/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
10
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Salary: Special Services Salary Table; 33D B Basis ($81,821 – $101,895), 221 paid days, 8-hour assignment
Length of Work Year
221 paid days, 8-hour assignment
Employment Type
Full Time