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Director, Student Support & Community Engagement Behavioral & Mental Health


Job Location:

Orange, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 146748 - 184620
Posted: 7 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Employer

The Orange Unified School District serves approximately 24000 students in grades kindergarten through 12th and encompasses all or part of the cities of Anaheim Garden Grove Orange Santa Ana and Villa 1953 the citizens of the area voted to form a unified school district combining the original five elementary districts with the high school district into one unified district now known as the Orange Unified School District. OUSD has a long history of excellence that continues to grow and be enriched by the accomplishments of its students teachers staff and community.-VISION - Our Commitment Inspiring our learners of today to be purposeful leaders of tomorrow.-MISSION - Our Intention In partnership with our community we will provide a safe equitable and innovative culture of learning for each scholar to have a competitive EDGE as a leader.-CORE VALUES - Our Foundation Integrity Equity Respect and prohibits discrimination intimidation harassment sexual harassment or bullying based on a persons actual or perceived race color ancestry national origin ethnic group identification age religion marital or parental status physical or mental disability sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression genetic information or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics - or any other basis protected by federal state or local law - in its educational programs activities or employment practices and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth following have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination and are located at 1401 N. Handy St. Orange Ca 92867 at : Dipali Potnis Title IX Coordinator (Employees & Students) ext 4467 ; Andrea Foster Section 504 Coordinator OUSD Building J ext 4002 ; Matthew Witmer Universal Complaints Policy Compliance Officer/ADA/Title II Coordinator OUSD Building D ext 4466

Requirements / Qualifications

* Completed Edjoin Application* Letter of Introduction addressed to Dr. Sue Singh Sr. Chief Executive Officer Student Services SELPA/Special Education* Current Resume* Three Letters of Recommendation (dated within 2 years of the job posting with a wet signature)* Transcripts (copy of transcripts - including BA/BS and post BA/BS units/degrees with date conferred/awarded)* Credential Copy (valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential w/EL Authorization do NOT attach the credential certificate copy - see below for instructions to obtain your detailed credential copy)* Administrative Services Credential (copy of detailed credential required - not certificate)* Possession of a masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Educational Administration Student Services Counseling Special Education Psychology Social Work Behavioral Health or a closely related field that supports the leadership of comprehensive student wellness and behavioral health programs* Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in education student services behavioral health mental health counseling special education or a closely related field.* A minimum of five years of experience supervising evaluating or providing administrative leadership to staff or multidisciplinary teams.* Previous school-site or district-level administrative experience.* Experience developing implementing and evaluating comprehensive behavioral health mental health wellness or student support programs.* Experience administering budgets grants contracts or other fiscal resources related to assigned programs.* Demonstrated knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regulations and professional requirements.

To obtain a copy of your detailed credential:1. Go to 2. Click on I Need To then Search for an Educator or Credential3. Click Search for an Educator4. Click Secured Search5. Enter your Social Security Number and Birth Date6. Select your valid teaching credential for this position and print7. Upload to your application

Requirements / Qualifications

* Completed Edjoin Application* Letter of Introduction addressed to Dr. Sue Singh Sr. Chief Executive Officer Student Services SELPA/Special Education* Current Resume* Three Letters of Recommendation (dated within 2 years of the job posting with a wet signature)* Transcripts (copy of transcripts - including BA/BS and post BA/BS units/degrees with date conferred/awarded)* Credential Copy (valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential w/EL Authorization do NOT attach the credential certificate copy - see below for instructions to obtain your detailed credential copy)* Administrative Services Credential (copy of detailed credential required - not certificate)* Possession of a masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Educational Administration Student Services Counseling Special Education Psychology Social Work Behavioral Health or a closely related field that supports the leadership of comprehensive student wellness and behavioral health programs* Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in education student services behavioral health mental health counseling special education or a closely related field.* A minimum of five years of experience supervising evaluating or providing administrative leadership to staff or multidisciplinary teams.* Previous school-site or district-level administrative experience.* Experience developing implementing and evaluating comprehensive behavioral health mental health wellness or student support programs.* Experience administering budgets grants contracts or other fiscal resources related to assigned programs.* Demonstrated knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regulations and professional requirements.

To obtain a copy of your detailed credential:1. Go to 2. Click on I Need To then Search for an Educator or Credential3. Click Search for an Educator4. Click Secured Search5. Enter your Social Security Number and Birth Date6. Select your valid teaching credential for this position and print7. Upload to your application

Comments and Other Information
* Bilingual or multilingual skills are preferred
Comments and Other Information

* Bilingual or multilingual skills are preferred
Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only.

Required Experience:

Director


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The Orange Unified School District serves approximately 24,000 students in grades kindergarten through 12th and encompasses all or part of the cities of Anaheim, Garden Grove, Orange, Santa Ana and Villa Park. In 1953, the citizens of the area voted to form a “unified” school district ... View more

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