Licensed Specialist in School Psychology -LSSP Interns

Region One Education Service Center; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 401,000 - 570,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes ISD is seeking a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology to perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional, learning, and behavioral needs. Responsibilities include ARD participation and development of IEPs.

The role requires a master's in psychology, Texas licensure, and strong consultation and organizational skills within a Special Education Department. 207-day assignment with travel within the district.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in psychology from accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.

Responsibilities

• Assess the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students referred to special education services.
• Develop psychologist evaluation reports and behavior management plans.
• Participate in ARD Committee to assist with appropriate placement and IEP development.
• May serve as case manager for students on assigned campuses.
• Counsel students individually or in groups and provide family counseling.
• Consult with teachers and staff regarding behavior intervention plans and student needs.
• Provide staff development on identification and understanding of emotional/behavioral disturbances.
• Meet with parents to discuss test results and background information.
• Coordinate and maintain case records and necessary documentation.
• Perform duties in compliance with district policies and regulations.

Skills

Psychoeducation assessment knowledge

Behavior management interventions

Psycho-social development

Consultation skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree in psychology

Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (TX)

Job description

Job Title

JOB DESCRIPTION MERCEDES ISD

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 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
• Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions
• Knowledge of 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

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.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Employee's Signature: Date:

Building/Campus Special Education Department

Salary: From 290.74

Salary: To 413.82

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