Program Specialist - Foster Youth Services DCFS 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 Program Specialist will be assigned to DCFS Offices within the County of Los Angeles and shall act as a resource to the Children’s Social Workers (CSWs), authorized DCFS staff, parents, caregivers, children/youth, Educational Rights Holder (ERHs), and school personnel for the benefit of all school-aged children/youth involved with DCFS, including 241.1 youth within their services areas. Program Specialist shall also serve as a liaison to ensure compliance with all requirements, facilitate required processes and conform to legal mandates. Additionally, Program Specialists will provide or facilitate technical assistance, service delivery and coordination, educational case monitoring, data collection, analysis, and reporting; act as a resource for professional and technical personnel, assess and determine needs; implement program objectives and conduct in-service trainings. This position requires specialized subject matter expertise in legislation related to the educational rights of students in foster care, as well as knowledge of DCFS, Probation, District Student Support Services, and significant, directly related experience. The Program Specialist meet regularly with school districts, agencies and DCFS staff to coordinate and disseminate information and progress on goals. General direction is provided by the LACOE Foster Youth Services Coordinator III.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: • Three years of educational leadership experience. Examples of leadership experience may include district, or school administrator, counselor, social worker, including internships in any of these areas. • Experience in a lead capacity is desirable. Education A Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology 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. Internal and external applicants, please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.): • Must possess and maintain a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) in school social work, school counseling, or school psychology. • Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) preferred.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 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) 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. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Experience: • Three years of educational leadership experience. Examples of leadership experience may include district, or school administrator, counselor, social worker, including internships in any of these areas. • Experience in a lead capacity is desirable. Education A Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology 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. Internal and external applicants, please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.): • Must possess and maintain a valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) in school social work, school counseling, or school psychology. • Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) preferred.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 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) 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. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential.
Comments and Other Information
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.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis 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
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.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis 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.
Application Deadline
6/8/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/2/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$8603 - $10064 Monthly
$8603 - $10064 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
https://lacoe.edu/jobs/hr/salary-schedules
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
DCFS Hawthorne Office - 5100 Goldleaf Circle, Los Angeles, CA 90056 DCFS West Los Angeles - 5757 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA