Region One Education Service Center ยท 4 months ago
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology -LSSP Interns
Edinburg, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$290.74/d - $413.82/d
2+ years expRegion One Education Service Center is seeking a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) Intern to perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional and learning disabilities. The role involves evaluating students' psychological needs, providing counseling, and consulting with school staff and parents to support the educational process.
Education Management
Responsibilities
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
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
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
Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisor
Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents
Perform any other duties as may be assigned
Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others
Qualification
Required
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
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
Two years experience in providing psychology services in an educational setting
Company
Region One Education Service Center
The Region One Education Service Center is part of a state-wide system of 20 regional education service centers created in 1965 by the 59th Texas Legislature to assist school districts across the state.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Arianna Vazquez-Hernandez, APR
Executive Administrator for Partnerships, Marketing & Communications at Region One ESC
Eliza Alvarado
Director of Partnerships and Career Pathways
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