
Senior Program Specialist - Child Welfare and Attendance 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
THE POSITION: The Senior Program Specialist, Child Welfare and Attendance Unit, will be assigned to the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) Division of Student Support Services and shall primarily serve as a regional liaison for a cohort of local educational agencies (districts and charter schools) within Los Angeles County. This position will provide specialized technical assistance, interpretation and guidance and serve as a resource for LEA professional and technical personnel, support assessment of program needs and professional development; and perform related duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five years of experience as an administrator, school counselor, school social worker, or similar experience. Lead experience is desirable. Education: A Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology or 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 CERTIFICATE (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application): • Must possess and maintain a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) in school social work, school counseling, or school psychology; • Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) is preferred • Clear Administrative Services Credential is preferred
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials, and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please include credential document with the document number as it appears on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing website. The copy of the certificate is not necessary.) The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) may provide Remote Work (RW) or an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) at the administrator's complete discretion. LACOE considers RW and AWS a practical alternative work arrangement in cases where the individual employee, the job's essential functions, the supervisor, and other considerations are well suited to such an arrangement. An example may include positions that do not provide direct services. Not all employees and jobs are suitable for RW or AWS. Request for RW or AWS may be submitted and reviewed by the authorized supervisor and denied or approved per the program's policy.
- Certificate Copy (Must possess and maintain a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) in school social work, school counseling, or school psychology - must attach detailed certification/credential with document number to application.)
- Certification (Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) is preferred - must attach detailed certification/credential with document number to application. )
- Credential Copy (Clear Administrative Services Credential is preferred - must attach detailed certification/credential with document number to application.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five years of experience as an administrator, school counselor, school social worker, or similar experience. Lead experience is desirable. Education: A Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology or 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 CERTIFICATE (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application): • Must possess and maintain a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) in school social work, school counseling, or school psychology; • Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) is preferred • Clear Administrative Services Credential is preferred
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials, and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation by the deadline date. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please include credential document with the document number as it appears on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing website. The copy of the certificate is not necessary.) The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) may provide Remote Work (RW) or an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) at the administrator's complete discretion. LACOE considers RW and AWS a practical alternative work arrangement in cases where the individual employee, the job's essential functions, the supervisor, and other considerations are well suited to such an arrangement. An example may include positions that do not provide direct services. Not all employees and jobs are suitable for RW or AWS. Request for RW or AWS may be submitted and reviewed by the authorized supervisor and denied or approved per the program's policy.
- Certificate Copy (Must possess and maintain a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) in school social work, school counseling, or school psychology - must attach detailed certification/credential with document number to application.)
- Certification (Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) is preferred - must attach detailed certification/credential with document number to application. )
- Credential Copy (Clear Administrative Services Credential is preferred - must attach detailed certification/credential with document number to application.)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed )
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Los Angeles County Office of Education Employees
Under Superintendent Policy 4060, COVID-19 Vaccination, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) requires that all LACOE employees, including substitute employees, temporary office workers, hourly/part-time employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” when at least two weeks have passed since that individual’s receipt of the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. LACOE will consider requests for accommodations (exemptions) made by individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical reasons and/or sincerely held religious beliefs, subject to the interactive process.
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) 803-8297.
Comments and Other Information
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Los Angeles County Office of Education Employees
Under Superintendent Policy 4060, COVID-19 Vaccination, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) requires that all LACOE employees, including substitute employees, temporary office workers, hourly/part-time employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” when at least two weeks have passed since that individual’s receipt of the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. LACOE will consider requests for accommodations (exemptions) made by individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical reasons and/or sincerely held religious beliefs, subject to the interactive process.
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) 803-8297.