Coordinator, Student Medical Services (SMS)

DESCRIPTION:

Medical Services Division (MSD)

Student Medical Services & Medi-Cal Programs Branch

COORDINATOR, STUDENT MEDICAL SERVICES (SMS)

39G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

The Coordinator, SMS reports to the Director of Student Medical Services & Medi-Cal Programs.  The position provides administrative and operational support for the 15 LAUSD-staffed clinics while being assigned to the two School Enrollment Placement and Assessment (SEPA) centers.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises assigned staff with implementation of SEPA centers
• Oversees the operations of the District’s clinics run by physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical assistants
• Coordinates and oversees staff development and implementation of trainings and topics such as educational rights of identified student populations (e.g., students experiencing homelessness, students in the foster care system, immigration, and other underserved groups); multi-tiered systems of support to improve well-being, attendance and achievement; evidence-based, trauma/resilience informed practices and interventions; use of data; and District policies
• Provides Welligent training and updates for job-specific Medical Services Division staff
• Ensures documentation and data collection are completed by all staff, including monitoring and implementation of quality assurance processes and protocols specific to program and service objectives
• Assists the branch with the development and maintenance of audit documentation in alignment with the state and federal regulations
• Assists District personnel, community leaders, law enforcement agencies, and other concerned parties in the development, promotion, and maintenance of internal and external District services or programs
• Reviews and provides input into proposed and existing legislation, rules, and regulations; assist in the development, interpretation, and implementation of District policies, plans, and procedures
• Assists the Director, Student Medical Services with the compilation and analysis of data for the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), Strategic Plan, and other state and District reports
• Provides direct support and consultation to District staff and community-based organizations regarding student enrollment for newcomers
• Performs other duties as assigned

SALARY:

39G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – A Basis ($134,745 – $167,836) – 261 paid days

• In the case of an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized “settlement” (i.e., the process by which the District resolves an under or overpayment).
• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.
• Selected individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority-based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.
• This position is deemed certificated under Education Code Section 44065, but may not qualify for "creditable service" under Education Code Section 22119.5 for CalSTRS benefits.  However, if the candidate chosen for the position is already a CalSTRS member, he/she can fill out an election form to remain in CalSTRS and thereby obtain CalSTRS credit for this service.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Permanent certificated employee of the Los Angeles Unified School District
• At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public school service in a certificated position(s)
• At least three (3) years of successful, full-time public school service in a non-classroom position(s) with assigned responsibilities directly related to pupil attendance services, student counseling, school social work, student discipline, or health services
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential
• An earned master’s degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally-accredited college or university
• Completion of required Multicultural Education and Master Plan coursework*

*Applicants have one year to complete this requirement.

NOTE: All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources.  For additional information, please call (213) 241-6886.

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential or a valid California School Nurse Services Credential
• Knowledge of District policies and procedures, goals, objectives, and organizational structure and functions
• Knowledge of public and private resources working in coordination with the educational system and District staff
• Demonstrated successful experience composing appropriate written communications and materials, including District policy guides, reference guides, or memorandums
• Experience advocating for the educational rights of targeted at-risk students including, but not limited to, students in foster care or involved in the juvenile justice system, students experiencing homelessness, pregnant and parenting teens, and other underserved or at-risk populations
• Experience coordinating student health programs
• Experience supervising and evaluating staff
• Capacity to work independently while providing detailed updates on progress
• Strong project management skills, particularly, when managing multiple responsibilities
• A commitment to producing consistently high quality, detailed work
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others at all levels of the District and to demonstrate a high level of professionalism in all interactions

CONTINUE - DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work comfortably in an ambiguous climate and adapting to new circumstances
• Ability to handle information in a confidential manner in accordance with established policies and legal requirements
• Ability to compose appropriate written communications and materials
• Ability to make formal, public presentations

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit the following application materials:

1. Letter of intent that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas:

• Implementing or supporting large-scale projects or programs around health or social determinants of health
• Supporting, evaluating, or managing Medical Services Division staff
• Implementing processes and practices to evaluate and improve programs or services.

2. Current résumé (include employee number) that outlines qualifications for the position
3. Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of three references that includes the current, immediate supervisor, and the next most recent supervisors with their contact information.  References will be verified for all applicants who are finalists for the position.

Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY, PLEASE CONTACT:

Jonathan Vititoe

Student Medical Services

jonathan.vititoe@lausd.net

DEADLINE: JULY 14, 2026

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion.

Non-Discrimination Policy