Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

3 weeks ago

Bastrop, United States Bastrop Independent School District Full time
Job Description

Job Title

Licensed Specialist in School Psychology - Intern

Evaluation Type

Professional

Department

Special Programs & Services

Pay Grade A1

FLSA

Exempt

Date Revised

March 2023

Supervisor

Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Supervisor

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY:

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.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in psychology from accredited college or university
  • Eligibility to work as an Intern in pursuit of a Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

EXPERIENCE: Graduate Level University Course Work with Practicum and Observation hours in pursuit of Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Major Duties and Responsibilities performed under the supervision of a fully Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

Assessment:
  1. 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.
  2. Score and interpret test data.
  3. Develop psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans.
  4. Conduct or participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
  5. Interns are given a reduced caseload, approximately 1/3 rd less than a full caseload, dependent on the demonstration assessment knowledge and skills.


Consultation:
  1. Conduct group, individual, and family counseling sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed problems.
  2. Serve as consultant on mental health topics for instructors in the school health program.
  3. Consult with school staff regarding implementation of behavior intervention plans and in managing behaviorally disruptive students.
  4. Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel with identification and understanding of students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.
  5. Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results.
  6. Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.
  7. Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed.


Program Management:
  1. Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
  2. May provide clinical supervision to interns or trainees.**
  3. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings.
  4. Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
  5. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories.
  6. 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.
  1. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
  2. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.


Communication:
  1. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
  2. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • 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

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:
  • Maintain emotional control under stress
  • Interpret policies, procedures, and data
  • Regular districtwide travel to multiple work locations as assigned
  • Moderate lifting and carrying
  • May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchairs or assist with positioning students
  • with physical disabilities

*Note: The correct title for the person holding the Licensed Specialist in School Psychology is Licensed

Specialist in School Psychology or LSSP. Only individuals who meet the requirements of Chapter 22

Texas Administrative Code §467.2 may refer to themselves as school psychologists (i.e., hold a doctorate in area of specialization).

**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.

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