Chief Human Resources Officer

Director III, Mental Health and School Counseling at Los Angeles County Office Of Education

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Application Deadline

9/25/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted

9/11/2026

Contact

LaChanee Thompson

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$15,385 - $17,998 Monthly

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2026-2027 Certificated Salary Schedule M Range 465

Length of Work Year

12 Months

Employment Type

Full Time

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 Director III of Mental Health and School Counseling leads the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive mental health and counseling services in Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) operated schools, as well as the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of technical assistance and training programs in service to Los Angeles County Local Education Agencies (LEAs). This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Wellbeing and Support Services. This leadership role involves collaborating with state and regional partners, LEA administrators, county departments, colleges and universities, and community-based organizations to promote and support the mental well-being of students through strategic initiatives, partnerships, and workforce development efforts, including regional implementation of the state's Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI). The Director will lead the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based services and supports that address the social, emotional, behavioral health and school counseling needs of students, fostering a positive school climate and improving academic outcomes and college, career, and civic readiness of young people in LACOE operated schools and countywide.

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Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Education: Master's degree in education, school counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in school mental health, counseling services or a related field. Minimum of 5 years in an administrative role with a district, LEA, or county office of education. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: License or Certificate required: Pupil Personnel Services Credential and a California Administrative Services Credential. • One of the following licensures is not required but desirable: o A License in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) o A License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) o A License in Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) o A License in Educational Psychology (LEP)

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 • Credentials with document number. • A list of three (3) references at the 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.

Requirements / Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Education: Master's degree in education, school counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in school mental health, counseling services or a related field. Minimum of 5 years in an administrative role with a district, LEA, or county office of education. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: License or Certificate required: Pupil Personnel Services Credential and a California Administrative Services Credential. • One of the following licensures is not required but desirable: o A License in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) o A License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) o A License in Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) o A License in Educational Psychology (LEP)

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 • Credentials with document number. • A list of three (3) references at the 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.

Comments and Other Information

Contact La Chanee Thompson (Thompson_Lachanee@lacoe.edu) with any questions regarding the process. LACOE does not discriminate against individuals based on 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

Contact La Chanee Thompson (Thompson_Lachanee@lacoe.edu) with any questions regarding the process. LACOE does not discriminate against individuals based on 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

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