School Psychologist

7 days ago

Austin, United States Focused Staffing Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Licensed Specialist School Psychology
Reports to: Director of Special Education

Primary Role:

This position supports Grades PK-12

Qualifications:

  • 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
  • Two years experience in providing psychology services in an educational setting

Primary Purpose:

Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, Autism and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services.

Special Knowledge & Skills:

  • Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functions for education purposes, including cross-battery evaluation practices
  • 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

Essential Job Functions:

  • 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 psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans
  • Conduct or 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
  • Serve as case manager and implement the special education assessment process for students on assigned campuses
  • Conduct group, individual and family counseling sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed problems
  • Serve as consultant on mental health 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 the 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.
  • 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 related to job assignment
  • Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors
  • Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents
  • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
  • Provide professional development as necessary to support district goals and vision
  • Perform other duties as assigned

*Note: An LSSP must have a minimum of three years of experience providing psychological services in the public school to provide supervision of an intern or trainee.

Professional Requirements:

  • Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible
  • Participate in approved professional development to improve skills related to the job assignment

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