Special Education Counselor

Denton Independent School District•Denton, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Provide specialized counseling services to students served through special education, ensuring their social, emotional, and behavioral needs are addressed in alignment with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Deliver direct and crisis counseling and support the development of behavior intervention plans. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, and staff to promote student well-being, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district requirements.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field
Valid Texas certification or licensure in one or more of the following: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Texas School Counselor Certificate
Professional experience providing counseling services as an LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSSP, or school counselor

Nice To Haves

Counseling experience in an educational or clinical setting
Experience working with students in special education
Special Education Teaching experience
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling services to students eligible under their IEPs, using research-based methods.
Deliver crisis counseling when needed, supporting students in urgent situations.
Develop and implement student behavior intervention and improvement plans.
Monitor and report student progress on counseling and behavioral IEP goals each grading period.
Conduct counseling evaluations within required legal timelines or as determined by the IEP committee.
Present evaluation results, counseling recommendations, and progress updates to the multidisciplinary team and the IEP committee.
Maintain accurate service notes and documentation for all evaluations and interventions, including IEP goals.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, IEP committees, campus staff, and parents to support student success.
Provide behavioral consultation and guidance to teachers, administrators, and support staff.
Offer professional recommendations and advocate for student and family needs during IEP meetings.
Partner with outside agencies when appropriate to support student services.
Conduct professional development and staff training in counseling practices, behavioral interventions, and compliance requirements.
Stay current with research and clinical practices in school counseling and special education.
Ensure counseling services comply with federal, state, and district regulations, including SHARS and X-Logs documentation.
Serve as a campus resource to support compliance with all special education regulations.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and documentation.
Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards for school counselors, maintaining professional competence.
Comply with applicable board policies, State Board of Education rules, and district/campus routines to ensure legal and programmatic alignment.
Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Participate in professional development, faculty/department meetings, and special events as assigned.
Perform additional duties assigned to support the mission and goals of the district and department.