Transition Specialist - Title I Programs at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Transition Specialist for our Title I Program. The Transition Specialist performs a variety of difficult and highly responsible duties to assist and support neglected and delinquent youth in transitioning from juvenile institution and alternative school environments to other school placements or to employment in the community. The person selected will meet with individual students to set goals, provide individual and group counseling and information to assist students in making successful transitions. This position requires the ability to interact with students with a diverse range of problems and issues in an effective and engaging manner.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Training Guidelines: •Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in social services, psychology, public administration, or a closely related field. •At least two years of progressively responsible experience in providing academic, vocational, employment, and/or related services to at-risk youth.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. What challenges are at-promise youth facing today and what can you do in the role of Transition Specialist to help address these challenges? 2. Describe your experience and expertise as it relates to career counseling and/or academic advising.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Training Guidelines: •Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in social services, psychology, public administration, or a closely related field. •At least two years of progressively responsible experience in providing academic, vocational, employment, and/or related services to at-risk youth.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. What challenges are at-promise youth facing today and what can you do in the role of Transition Specialist to help address these challenges? 2. Describe your experience and expertise as it relates to career counseling and/or academic advising.
Comments and Other Information
Applications will be carefully reviewed. Those applicants with the most appropriate education, experience, and training will be contacted for an interview. All applicants will be notified of their application status via email.
Comments and Other Information
Applications will be carefully reviewed. Those applicants with the most appropriate education, experience, and training will be contacted for an interview. All applicants will be notified of their application status via email.
Application Deadline
9/5/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/21/2023
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$5,146 - $6,757 monthly
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time