Moshe Bernstein Appointed Director of Or Yehuda Psychological-Educational Service
Translated & summarized from 0404 by baba
Moshe Bernstein has been appointed the new director of the Psychological-Educational Service in Or Yehuda, replacing Dr. Ronit Geller. Bernstein brings extensive experience in educational psychology and management, and Mayor Liat Shohat highlighted the importance of the service for community resilience.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Moshe Bernstein appointed director of Or Yehuda's Psychological-Educational Service.
- Bernstein replaces Dr. Ronit Geller, who retired after 18 years.
- Mayor Liat Shohat emphasized the service's role in community resilience.
- Bernstein highlighted the service's importance amid war and societal challenges.
Moshe Bernstein, an expert educational psychologist with extensive management experience, has been appointed as the director of the Psychological-Educational Service (SHFA) within the Education Department of the Or Yehuda Municipality. Bernstein succeeds Dr. Ronit Geller, who retired after 18 years of dedicated service to the municipal education system.
Bernstein, who holds a master's degree in clinical psychology, brings over a decade of professional and managerial experience. For the past 12 years, he served in the Psychological-Educational Service of the Modi'in Illit Municipality, including eight years leading professional teams and the last three as deputy director of the SHFA. In his previous roles, he initiated broad intervention programs and fostered cross-sectoral urban collaborations. He also has experience in a Ministry of Welfare boarding school and a treatment center focusing on parental guidance, at-risk youth, and systemic group work with parents and teachers.
Or Yehuda Mayor Liat Shohat welcomed the appointment, stating that the Psychological-Educational Service is a cornerstone of the city's community and emotional resilience. Shohat emphasized that providing professional and sensitive support to children, parents, and teaching staff is a key municipal objective, especially during complex times. She wished Bernstein success and expressed deep gratitude to Dr. Geller for her 18 years of service.
Upon assuming his new role, Bernstein stated that he views the SHFA as a central and accessible entity that provides professional support in routine and emergency situations to build personal and community resilience and promote the mental well-being of children, parents, educational staff, and the diverse communities in the city. He added that this mission is particularly relevant given the ongoing emotional challenges stemming from the prolonged war, societal issues, and technological developments, and he expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him.