Licensed Specialist in School Psychology -LSSP Interns

Job Title Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist Wage/Hour Status Exempt Reports To Director of Special Education Pay Grade AP 104 Dept/School Special Education Department Length Of Assignment 207 days Date Revised 11/2015 Primary Purpose Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho‑educational needs of students referred to special education services. Qualifications Education/Certification: Master's Degree in psychology from an accredited college or university; Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes; prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions; psycho‑social development; strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students; excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience: Two years experience in providing psychology services in an educational setting. Major Responsibilities And Duties Assessment Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students and to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations. Score and interpret test data. Develop psychologist evaluation reports and behavior management plans. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures. May serve as case manager and implement the special education assessment process for students on assigned campuses. Consultation Conduct group, individual, and family counseling sessions and facilitate therapy for students with diagnosed problems. Serve as consultant on mental help topics for instructors in the school health program. Consult with school staff regarding implementation of behavior intervention plans and in managing behaviorally disruptive students. Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel with identification and understanding of students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances. Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results. Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data. Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed. Program Management Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents. May provide clinical supervision to intern or trainee. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings. Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the areas of psychological services, assessment, placement, and planning for special education services. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills to related job assignment. Communication Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisor. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents. Other Perform any other duties as may be assigned. Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Working Conditions Mental Demands Maintain emotional control under stress. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate lifting and carrying. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities. Salary From 290.74 To 413.82 #J-18808-Ljbffr