UTHS - Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

The University of Texas at Austin
retirement plan, remote work
United States, Texas, Austin
101 East 27th Street (Show on map)
Nov 10, 2024
Job Posting Title: UTHS - Licensed Specialist in School Psychology ---- Hiring Department: UT High School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Nov 01, 2024 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: Purpose The position will work in the UTHS Student Services department and help coordinate psychological services with our staff, students, and families. This position is responsible for the evaluation, interpretation of results and participation in eligibility decisions for students with disabilities, as part of the Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) committee in consultation with parents, students, and staff. The incumbent is also responsible for helping to ensure school personnel and parents comply with all applicable rules and regulations for special education and the continued support and management of the evaluation program. This position will utilize a variety of evaluation instruments for educational programming of eligible students. This position may have supervisory responsibilities for interns and trainees. Upon successful completion of a probationary period, this position may be eligible for a partially remote work schedule. Responsibilities Assessment /Evaluation Virtually and in-person, select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students. Determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations. Develop evaluation reports and behavior management plans and share with parents, students, and staff. 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. Support and implement the special education assessment process for students and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Consultation Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results. Identify and facilitate local or state resources for student, parent and transition supports. Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students, interpretation of assessment data, and implementation of plans to support student success including educational programs, interventions, and strategies. Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, state, and local community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, transitional, and behavioral support for students as needed. Participate in and present staff development training to improve job related skills and enable school personnel to identify and work more effectively with students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances. Consult and collaborate with the Director of Student Services to support psychological services. Program Management Develop, report on, and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings. Participate in the selection of assessment materials, technology, and equipment for the district. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories for the district. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Supervise, monitor, and mentor interns and trainees. Other duties as assigned by administration. Required Qualifications Master's degree in psychology from accredited college or university. Valid Texas license as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. Knowledge of state and Federal Special Education law. Knowledge of the ARD process. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Skilled in working effectively under timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Skilled in maintaining accurate and compliant student records. Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships. Skilled in Microsoft Office, including MS Excel, and web applications. Knowledge of state testing requirements and procedures. Skilled in developing effective and compliant IEPs. Strong organizational skills. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience providing psychological services in the Texas public school system, and/or experience in a variety of educational settings. Experience and willingness to mentor and supervise interns. Experience with online and virtual environments and evaluations. Strong interpersonal skills. Salary Range $65,000+ depending on qualifications Working Conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Typical office environment Virtual environments Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page, and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented by uploading any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. ---- Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. ---- Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. ---- E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF] E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF] Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF] ---- Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.