Director III of Mental Health and School Counseling 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 Director III of Mental Health and School Counseling leads the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive mental health and counseling services in Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) operated schools, as well as the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of technical assistance and training programs in service to Los Angeles County Local Education Agencies (LEAs). This position reports directly to the Chief of Wellbeing and Support Services. This leadership role involves collaborating with state and regional partners, district administrators, county departments, and community-based organizations to promote and support the mental well-being of students through strategic initiatives and partnerships, including regional implementation of the state’s Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI). The Director will lead the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based services and supports that address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students, fostering a positive school climate and improving academic outcomes in LACOE operated schools and countywide.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in education, social work, psychology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in school mental health, counseling services or a related field. and Minimum of 5 years in an administrative role with a district or county office of education. License or Certificate required: • A Pupil Personnel Services Credential with an authorization in Child Welfare and Attendance. and • A California Administrative Services Credential. And one of the following required: • A License in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) • A License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) • A License in Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) • A License in Educational Psychology (LEP)
In order to be considered as a candidate, the application must include email and phone contact information for three professional references. One reference must be your current supervisor. Select individuals who can comment on your skills, work ethic, and abilities based on their professional experience with you. Ideally, these references should be former supervisors or colleagues, who have directly observed your work performance. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Letter of Introduction • Credential(s) with document number (see instructions below) The following are step-by-step instructions follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in education, social work, psychology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in school mental health, counseling services or a related field. and Minimum of 5 years in an administrative role with a district or county office of education. License or Certificate required: • A Pupil Personnel Services Credential with an authorization in Child Welfare and Attendance. and • A California Administrative Services Credential. And one of the following required: • A License in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) • A License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) • A License in Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) • A License in Educational Psychology (LEP)
In order to be considered as a candidate, the application must include email and phone contact information for three professional references. One reference must be your current supervisor. Select individuals who can comment on your skills, work ethic, and abilities based on their professional experience with you. Ideally, these references should be former supervisors or colleagues, who have directly observed your work performance. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Letter of Introduction • Credential(s) with document number (see instructions below) The following are step-by-step instructions follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin.
Comments and Other Information
LACOE prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.lacoe.edu/about/board/policies
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) 922-6153.
Comments and Other Information
LACOE prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: https://www.lacoe.edu/about/board/policies
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) 922-6153.
Application Deadline
3/23/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/26/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$14079 - $16471 Monthly
$14079 - $16471 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
*Director III 465 14,079 14,643 15,228 15,837 16,471
Length of Work Year
12 months-245 days
Employment Type
Full Time