School Psychologist - SSS - Mental Health ( Apply directly to school - DO NOT apply online to DCSD)

Douglas County School District•Parker, CO

About The Position

OUR MISSION: Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today. CORE VALUES Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence: CARE: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests. CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual. COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued. CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning. Position Specific Information (if Applicable): The primary role is to work with scholars, parents, and teachers to help Leman scholars achieve academic and behavioral success. They serve Leman scholars from all grade levels who require universal, targeted, and intensive intervention across special education and general education populations. He/she should demonstrate knowledge, skills, and commitment needed to provide direct and indirect services that help scholars succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. He/she will demonstrate understanding and empathy necessary for working with scholars, their families, and community resources.

Requirements

Master's Degree
CBI/ FBI Fingerprint Clearance / Background and Criminal History Clearance
Colorado certification as a School Psychologist
Must be knowledgeable in cognitive, behavioral, and academic testing and related skills
Working knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethical standards of School Psychology; the relevant state and federal laws, rules and regulations; and applicable district policies.
First Aid and CPR Certification
Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.
Demonstrates a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
Performs accurate work in a timely manner.
Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
Uses common sense
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
Works well with minimum supervision.
Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
Follows school policies and safety rules.
Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.
Embraces collaboration with other professionals.
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
Maintains a professional environment at all times.
Remains an active learner through ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

Meeting Mental Health IEP minutes for scholars in grades K-8
Provide teachers with consultation on scholar academic and behavior concerns
Scholar Study Team (SST) Shepherd
Write behavior plans for scholars
Identify scholars’ pro-social needs then plan and lead intervention groups
Provide grief support
Partner to train and equip teachers with bullying-prevention curriculum and behavior plans
Works with parents to facilitate support for their scholar's school adjustment
Alleviating family stress to enable the scholar to function more effectively in school & community
Participate on the Bullying and Safety Committee or Data and UIP committee
Serve as point person for any climate and culture surveys the school conducts
Conduct informal assessments to support scholars in both the general education population and in our Exceptional Scholars Program
Conduct suicide, self-harm, and threat assessments, following current DCSD trainings
Effectively implement crisis prevention, intervention, response and recovery efforts
Partners with all stakeholders to alleviate barriers to learning, engage scholars as individuals with unique interests and strengths, and promote scholar success at the scholars individual developmental level
Provide wrap-around resources for families to support needs that surpass the scope of what the school can provide as needed
Attend data team meetings, IEP meetings, and meetings of School Psychologist
Share other duties and coverage with the Social Worker and ESS team members
Assist in developing and implementing educational programs for scholar for exceptional children
Developing alternative programs for at-risk scholars
Identifying and reporting child abuse and neglect
Providing case management for scholars and families requiring multiple resources
Integrates assessment data into concise, organized, and educationally relevant evaluations
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Effectively complete safety screenings and assessments.
Effective planning, organizing, and implementing appropriate instructional programming in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential
Support and establish a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students in order to: alleviate barriers to learning, engage students as individuals with unique interests and strengths, and promote student success at the student’s developmental level.
Effectively establish and maintain collaborative relationships with school personnel, students and parents.
Maintain continuing education requirements for licensure.
Document health related services in designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program.
Effectively provide case management support.
Attend district professional development opportunities in the areas of mental health and special education.
Demonstrate expertise in assessment - including cognitive assessment, FBA/BIP creation, data based decision-making skills, and psycho-educational practices, in order to plan, consult, collaborate and/or provide indirect and direct services to students.
Maintain accurate and up to date records of every treatment/session delivered to students whether direct or indirect services. Information will be documented into both the current IEP system; and the current Medicaid system for students who are eligible for Medicaid reimbursement.
Complete progress monitoring and progress reporting to obtain and communicate data regarding student advancement toward goals.

Benefits

health
vision
dental
health savings account (HSA)
flexible spending accounts (FSA)
District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
short and long-term disability
critical illness and accident voluntary insurance
employee assistance program (EAP)
voluntary 401(k)
403(b) and 457 retirement plan options