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*Performs initial and ongoing student tests, measurements, observation/assessments, and evaluations in the area of mental health, social/emotional status, and behavior.
*Obtains, integrates, and interprets information about child behavior and conditions relating to learning for each individual child to IEP teams, other professionals, students, parent’s/family members, as appropriate.
*In collaboration with IEP Committee, plans and manages a program of psychological services designed to establish/maintain appropriate behaviors and responses for children with disabilities and their parents.
*Confers with physician/psychiatrist and other members of the interdisciplinary team to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in the treatment program, and integrate psychological counseling treatment with other aspects of the individual program plan.
*Plans and conducts in-service training programs on counseling/behavioral issues, and related topics for staff, students, and community, including rents and family.
*Documents patient treatment, response, and progress according to professional board standards and in compliance with IEP
*Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with all professional standards of conduct and professional ethics.
*Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with all aspects of local, state and federal requirements (IDEA-B FERPA, etc.).
*Collaborates with colleagues, other agencies, students and parents to determine successful positive intervention strategies and behavioral interventions that result positive outcomes for children with disabilities and their families.
*Ability to analyze situations accurately and to recommend necessary action.
*Effective staff and public relations skills.
*Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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