Director, Counseling

Director, Counseling

Salary

$137, - $177, Annually

Location

Student Services - 4100 Normal St RM 2214 San Diego CA 92103, CA

Job Type

Certificated Management

Job Number

MGMT-24-014

Department

Student Services

Opening Date

04 / 24 / 2024

Closing Date

5 / 5 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

This opportunity is open to all interested candidates. Note : This position and position description is pending Board of Education approval.

OVERVIEW :

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for leaders who care deeply for students, inspire passion in their coworkers through collaborative leadership, and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

The District seeks leaders who are committed to educational equity and work to create access and opportunity for our students furthest from education justice.

The District is seeking candidates for a Director, Counseling, position to support assigned schools / area and other programs.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT :

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

BASIC FUNCTION :

• The Director, Counseling , will plan, organize, manage, and direct the daily operations to support schools, staff, students, and families within assigned counseling programs and services;
• design and implement communications and programs that are effective in providing timely communication, support, and resources across the District;

ensure compliance with state and federal mandates, District policy, and uphold fiscal responsibility; conduct research, analyze data, and prepare statistical reports to support and implement best practices.

POSITION SPECIFICS :

• Working Location is based out of Thriving School Communities - Student Services Department - 4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103
• Scheduled for 12 months / 248 days per year
• This position is anticipated to be filled for the start of the 2024-2025 school year, pending Board of Education approval.
• Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employee and dependents

The Director, Counseling, will be paid on the AASD Certificated Supervisors Salary Schedule Salary Grade 032.

The AASD Certificated Supervisor Salary Schedule is available at this .

Examples of Duties

Draft Position Description pending Board of Education approval.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :

An incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

E Essential Functions

Direct, lead, and supervise assigned staff to continually improve and calibrate counseling programs and services. E

Direct and assist in the design and implementation of District-wide counseling initiatives focused on equity, belonging, and thriving. E

Organize crisis and trauma response counseling support to school sites and District offices by deploying appropriate personnel for both student and staff needs. E

Direct and assist in the design of counseling programs, social-emotional services, and social skill development for students. E

Oversee policies and procedures supporting the physical and mental well-being of students through the development and implementation of lessons.

Lessons may be related to topics such as drug, tobacco, and alcohol prevention, self-harm, anger-management, neuro-divergent learners, and restorative practices. E

Provide modeling, coaching, and feedback to counselors on the implementation of small-group and classroom-based lessons. E

Provide professional learning opportunities around laws and regulations, compliance issues, corrective actions, program development, and related functions utilizing concepts associated with adult learning theory. E

Provide direction for fiscal planning, lesson development, budgeting, staffing, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of assigned counseling programs and services. E

Oversee the implementation of District-adopted school counseling standards; provide standards-aligned professional development based on data-informed decision making, ensure standards are applied to all students systematically and includes developmentally appropriate lessons focused on the mindsets and behaviors students need for postsecondary readiness and success. E

Assist management within other departments in planning programs and implementation of services to support high expectations and standards of performance for all students. E

Collaborate with governmental agencies, regional agencies, and others related to counseling services for students; organize and negotiate development of interagency agreements, coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts, and exchange information. E

Provide leadership in the review of existing and pending legislation related to counseling guidelines and District policies;

recommend origination, modification, or support of legislative measures. E

Develop, allocate, and monitor budgets for assigned programs, services, facilities, equipment, staffing, and inventories to ensure fiscal responsibility. E

Plan and coordinate the preparation of funding applications for new and existing grants, other funding sources, and for reimbursement requests ensuring compliance with funding requirements as appropriate. E

Plan, organize, and implement long- and short-term projects to enhance counseling programs and services to students. E

Perform related duties as assigned.

To view the detailed DRAFT position description for Director, Counseling, .

Minimum Qualifications

MININUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

A combination of training, experience, and / or education equivalent to a Master’s degree in education or closely related field and five (5) years of supervisory or administrative experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Valid California Administrative Services Credential.

Possession of a valid California driver’s license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided).