Substitute Work Experience Specialist (English/Spanish) Required 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
This position will be assigned to the Career and Adult Learning Services Department: Under direction, to coordinate, oversee and facilitate the placement of students and young adults with developing pre-employment and on-the-job workplace skills. Serve as a liaison between the County Office, students, families, employers and outside agencies regarding employment services, job opportunities and placement. Develop employment opportunities within the community. Assist students and young adults with obtaining and retaining employment. Monitor and evaluate work performance. Implement paid part-time or full-time job positions through program grants and other funding sources. Exercise no supervision over County Office staff. We are looking for a substitute to cover while employee is on leave. Scheduled work hours will be between 9am to 6pm at Sequoia Schools in Watsonville.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please read the complete job description. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in counseling, psychology or child development. Experience: Two years of experience working with young adults or with students with disabilities. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.
Application Procedures: This is an on-call/temporary position. Applications is will be continuously screened. Qualified applicants will be invited to a written examination. If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation, we must be informed prior to the administration of the test. If selected, fingerprinting is required. You will need to supply our office with a negative tuberculosis test clearance. The certificate is good for a four-year period. You can have the test done through the Santa Cruz Health Department, Doctors on Duty Clinic or by calling a physician or a clinic of your choice.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please read the complete job description. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in counseling, psychology or child development. Experience: Two years of experience working with young adults or with students with disabilities. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.
Application Procedures: This is an on-call/temporary position. Applications is will be continuously screened. Qualified applicants will be invited to a written examination. If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation, we must be informed prior to the administration of the test. If selected, fingerprinting is required. You will need to supply our office with a negative tuberculosis test clearance. The certificate is good for a four-year period. You can have the test done through the Santa Cruz Health Department, Doctors on Duty Clinic or by calling a physician or a clinic of your choice.
Comments and Other Information
Benefits: No benefits are offered with this position. On-call/temporary workers do not receive vacation but do receive sick as defined under AB 1522/SB 616.
Comments and Other Information
Benefits: No benefits are offered with this position. On-call/temporary workers do not receive vacation but do receive sick as defined under AB 1522/SB 616.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
5/15/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
$27.58 Per Hour
$27.58 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Based on the 2024-2025 Classified Salary Schedule.
Length of Work Year
up to 8 hours per day (40 hours per week) while employee is on leave
Employment Type
Full and Part Time