School Psychologist LACOE SELPA, Special Programs Support & Transformation at Los Angeles County Office Of Education

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.”

THE POSITION: The School Psychologist shall conduct multidisciplinary psycho-educational evaluations of students from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate unique needs; counsel students with eclectic evidence-based counseling interventions (e.g., DBT, CBT, Mindfulness); parent counseling and training; provide trauma informed care practices; prepare recommendations regarding the education and placement of students; inform IEP Teams, parents and administrators regarding educational benefit and the least restrictive environment of students; provide leadership and training in crisis intervention, development of Behavior Intervention Plans, instructional modifications and therapeutic environments to assist in the development of positive and caring school cultures; contribute to the development and maintenance of positive relationships within the school and between the school, parents and private and public agencies; assist with school operations as needed; carry out duties under the supervision of the school principal or assistant principal. The position is not responsible for supervising staff. The position requires eight hours on the job daily. Additionally, since the school psychologist is considered an employee exempt from overtime there will be times the assigned professional responsibilities cannot be discharged within rigid time requirements. Employees in these categories are expected to be on duty during the hours that the Los Angeles County Office of Education requires their services. It is also recognized that these positions may involve evening and weekend responsibilities. For these reasons, exempt positions are normally paid at a higher salary rate and accrue vacation at a higher rate than non-exempt positions.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application.All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume•A Letter of Interest • A list of three (3) references, at management/supervisory level, with contact information (full name, job title, phone number, and email address) which can attest to your experience and expertise relevant to this position. One reference must be your most recent supervisor. • Credentials with document number.

EDUCATION: A Master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. See below for step by-step instructions.): • Possess and maintain a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service in school psychology.

Contact Adriana Hernandez at [email protected] and Lauren Sheahan at [email protected] with questions about the process. 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.