Guidance Counselor, Certificated - Alternative Education at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for the nearly 40,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Develops, implements, and maintains a student counseling program that meets the educational, social, and emotional life goals of individual students; Provide informational services to students and parents which will assist the student in making appropriate decisions relative to the school program, the student’s relationship with teachers, and decision outside of the school setting; Provide direct services to students in crisis; work with multi- disciplinary teams to identify students needing assistance with mental health concerns, academic challenges and truancy issues.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position is open until filled and applications will be routinely screened and qualified candidates will be invited to interview. This assignment will be with the Alternative Education Programs. The position will be an itinerant position that may travel to various Alternative Education sites in both north and south Santa Cruz County. Must hold a Valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling. Valid Class C California Driver's License and Auto Insurance; Valid TB Test.
Fully paid dental and vision insurance covering both employee and dependents. The employee is also provided with long-term disability insurance and life insurance. Medical benefits: There is an employee paid portion for medical benefits depending upon the medical plan chosen which covers employee and dependents. To be considered for this position you must submit the following: Edjoin Application Cover Letter Three (3) current letters of reference Current Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
This position is open until filled and applications will be routinely screened and qualified candidates will be invited to interview. This assignment will be with the Alternative Education Programs. The position will be an itinerant position that may travel to various Alternative Education sites in both north and south Santa Cruz County. Must hold a Valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling. Valid Class C California Driver's License and Auto Insurance; Valid TB Test.
Fully paid dental and vision insurance covering both employee and dependents. The employee is also provided with long-term disability insurance and life insurance. Medical benefits: There is an employee paid portion for medical benefits depending upon the medical plan chosen which covers employee and dependents. To be considered for this position you must submit the following: Edjoin Application Cover Letter Three (3) current letters of reference Current Resume
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
2/28/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$52,480 - $109,594 Annually
$52,480 - $109,594 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on 2024-2025 Salary Schedule. Credit given for previous PPS experience. MA (pro-rated) stipend $1,500; Doctorate (pro-rated) stipend $400.
Length of Work Year
185-day work year beginning August 2025, regular school holidays are observed.
Employment Type
Full Time