TRANSFER/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY - Certified Wellness Coach I Stu. Svcs bei Palm Springs Unified School District

Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services. It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success: We foster - A growth mindset - Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments - An every-student, every-day mentality - Highly engaging learning opportunities - Instruction that is tailored to student needs - Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential Join our PSUSD Team!

Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation attached: (1) Attach proof of high school graduation (HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) with application. *College degrees will not be accepted in lieu of high school completion. (2) Attach proof of Associate degree or higher in Social Work, Human Services, Addiction Studies, Child Development/Early Intervention, Psychology, or Sociology or Related Field (3) Completion of the Target Success Sketch questionnaire is required when filling out your application. It is part of the Edjoin application process and you will be prompted to take the questionnaire after you submit your application if you have not completed it before. An application without the Target Sketch questionnaire completed will not move forward for consideration in the recruitment. (4) Prevention Specialist/Certified Wellness Coach I General Knowledge exam. If you have previously passed this exam, you must attach the exam results to your application.

THIS POSITION IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CURRENT PSUSD EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE SAME BARGAINING UNIT A current probationary or permanent employee in the posted classification may apply for this transfer opportunity. All other PSUSD employees may also apply for this promotional opportunity if they have completed their probationary period in their current classification. **To receive the password to submit your online transfer/promotional application, please call (760) 883-2715, option 1 Classified HR - Abby or option 2 Certificated HR - Aylin.** Completed online transfer applications are due no later than 3:30 PM on the indicated deadline date.

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***This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding*** SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Student Services Department, perform a variety of specialized duties in the development and implementation of designated functions and services of a comprehensive wellness program for district students and/or a school site wellness center; assist with the instruction of students in behavioral health, identify students as at-risk due to mental health needs and/or behavioral needs; provides support, intervention and referrals as appropriate, care coordination; individual and group support; disseminate information to students, staff and to the community regarding mental health awareness, behavioral health, and other self-defeating behaviors that are barriers to education; communicate with students, teachers, parents, site administrators and community agencies to assist in the evaluation of students’ progress and to make appropriate referrals; assist with coordinating MTSS implementation, and a wellness center. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school with an Associate degree or higher in Social Work, Human Services, Addiction Studies, Child Development/Early Intervention, Psychology, or Sociology or Related Field. Certified Wellness Coach I or Registered-Certified Wellness Coach I certification through the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) desirable. ------------------------------------- • Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9). Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX. For questions or complaints, contact: Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance 760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026 ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services 760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102 ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264 Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination