Licensed Specialist In School Psychology

Since we opened our doors in 1998, YES Prep has continuously redefined possible for students, families and the public education system at large. Today, with 15 schools in operation, serving 10,000 students throughout Houston, YES Prep is living proof that different outcomes are possible when students from low-income communities are given access to high-quality educational opportunities.

The LSSP serves as the lead behavioral liaison for the Special Education and Assessment teams to ensure that students’ emotional and behavioral needs are being met. The LSSP will collect data, draft and assist with the implementation of behavior plans and assist campuses in building capacity to meet the needs of students with behavioral challenges. The LSSP will conduct psychological evaluations for students suspected of or having an emotional and/or behavioral disorders in a manner meeting Texas Education Agency guidelines.

* Administer psychological tests and conduct clinical interviews with students. * Review information on students such as psycho-ed testing, state folder, discipline and attendance records. * Score and interpret test data and incorporate psycho-ed data. * Conduct behavioral observations and Functional Behavioral Assessments. * Schedule and conduct interviews with parents and school personnel. * Utilize appropriate scoring program analysis and comprehensively interpret results. * Prepare and maintain a computer generated Psychological Evaluation Report for each student evaluated. * Participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings with other professionals for students evaluated. * Participate in Central Multi-Disciplinary Team (CMDT) meetings with other professionals and consult as needed. * Participate as a member of eligibility Admission Review Dismissal/Individual Education Plan (ARD/IEP) Committee for students evaluated. * Recommend appropriate disability condition(s) for ARD/IEP Committee considerations. * Review outside psychological and neuropsychological evaluations provided by other districts, agencies or by the parent. * Conduct Counseling as a Related Service assessments and provide CRS as needed. * Maintain a computerized database of student evaluation per school as required. * Provide consultation regarding behavioral management/structured intervention strategies for professional staff and/or parent. * Conduct in-services for school personnel on emotional/behavioral markers, classroom modifications/accommodations and structured intervention strategies. * Provide direct support/consultation for campus based Student Support Counselors and Learning Lab Specialists. * Additional duties as assigned.

* Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; * Participate in workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance knowledge and skills; * Demonstrate knowledge, and support of YES Prep Schools’ mission, values, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, Employee - Field Guide expectations, and code of ethical behavior as stated in the Field Guide; * Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, administrative guidelines, and the Texas Educators’ Code of Ethics; * Serve as appropriate role model for YES Prep colleagues, students, staff, and parents; * Conduct self in a professional manner at all times; * Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments on short notice, with little to no direction; * Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with others. **Qualifications:** * The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following: **Education/Certification:** * Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution * Master's degree from an accredited college or university in student assessment, psychology or in another related field. * Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP). **Experience:** * Working knowledge of personal computers and applicable software. * Three to five years of related work experience in education and/or working with students with behavioral challenges. **Skills and Mindsets:** * Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools; * Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback; * Demonstrated ability to work on a team; * A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional; * Belief that every student can and will achieve; * Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment; * Strong written communication skills; * Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once; * Detail-oriented and self-directed; * Initiator, problem-solver, and creative thinker; * Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. **Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:** * Frequent prolonged and irregular hours of duty * Some light manual labor * Endure inclement weather conditions to provide for student safety