Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) - 2 positions
Company: Education Service Center Region 11 Consortium
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Professional/Certified - Special Education - Special Ed.
Assessment Specialist
Job Number 0000718475
Start Date 07/25/2022
Open Date 06/14/2022
Closing Date
Job Title: Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Wage/Hour
Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Special Services
Dept./School: Special Services Date Revised: June 2020
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 providing psychology services in an
educational setting preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Assessment
Communication
None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer
and peripherals
Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping,
pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist
flexion/extension
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds),
occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of
students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through
physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and
communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain
emotional control under pressure
*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
Title 22 Texas Administrative Code -465.6 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 supervise
an intern or trainee.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities
assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may
be required.
Employee Signature: Date:
Duty Days 202
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Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Salary Rate Range $64,036 - $77,152 (Midpoint)
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