Primary Purpose

Participate in the SST and referral process.  Facilitate completion of the Full and Individual Evaluation for referred students. Perform psychological services in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students.

Qualifications

            Education/Certification

            Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university

            Valid Texas license as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

            Special Knowledge/Skills

            Effective communication and interpersonal skills

            Knowledge of procedures for assessing academic achievement, cognitive abilities, and emotional and behavioral functioning for educational purposes

            Knowledge of academic and behavior prevention and intervention strategies

            Knowledge of psycho-social development and learning theory

            Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students

            Knowledge of counseling theory and techniques

            Experience

            Minimum of 2 years’ experience providing diagnostic or counseling services in an educational setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Conduct Full and Individual Evaluations for referred students including psychological and psychoeducation portions.
2. Provide individual and group counseling sessions and psychological services to students.
3. Score and interpret test data based on district’s current guidelines.
4. Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and facilitate drafting and implementing behavior intervention plans.
5. Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP).
6. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality staff development opportunities for personal growth.
7. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
8. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
9. Demonstrate integrity and ethics.
10. Display proficient levels of technology applications.
11. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
12. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
13. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
14. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
15. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
16. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
17. Manage and utilize data effectively for systemic process and program analysis.
18. Account for the accuracy and verification of all student program data and reports.
19. Implement data-driven decision making for improvement efforts based on best practices.
20. Manage and utilize policy effectively for maintaining systemic processes and practices.
21. Account for verification of the correct policy regarding all decisions and correspondence.
22. Implement effective policy-driven decision making.
23. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Effective verbal and written communication; ability to maintain concentration while performing duties; ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate standing, walking, bending, lifting; district-wide travel

Terms:  187 days