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Extended School Year (ESY) Mental Health Provider; School Psychologist/School Social Worker (Interna

Employer
Adams County School District 14
Location
Commerce City, CO, US
Salary
Competitive
  • Position Type:
    Extended School Year (ESY)
  • Date Posted:
    2/25/2019
  • Location:
    Central Elementary
  • Date Available:
    06/03/2019
  • Closing Date:
    Until Filled
  • Position Title: ESY Mental Health Provider; School Psychologist/School Social Worker

    Effective Dates: Monday - Thursday; June 3 through June 20, 2018

    POSITION SUMMARY:
    The mental health worker is responsible for instructing students on socially acceptable behaviors and personal development skills through individual and group work sessions. Assisting and consulting with special education staff on how to implement student individual behavior support plans, and analyzing and interpreting data to help support student instructional needs and accommodations. Reviewing and completing assessments as needed. The mental health professional provides guidance and identifies developmental, learning and behavioral needs of students. Utilize the information gleaned to determine optimal support or guidance for culturally and linguistically diverse students. Collaborate with teachers, involve staff, and parent/guardian regarding steps to improve the development of the students as they move toward adulthood. Design and implement research-based programs and interventions to assure students are receiving the most up to date and proven techniques. Act as liaison between students, teachers, involved staff and parent/guardians. Advocate for homeless youth and families to ensure their rights under Title X are followed. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Experience analyzing and interpreting data to appropriately identify language learners as students with disabilities.
    • Maintain a current knowledge of special education best practices in assessment, understanding the limitations of cognitive, social emotional and other assessment with children who speak a language other than English.
    • Evaluate the student's ability and formulates the student's profile through a variety of functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories, and interviews.
    • Synthesize evaluation results into a comprehensive written report, which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment; directs program development; and guides evidence-based intervention.
    • Review referral data, history and assessment data to develop comprehensive behavioral support plans
    • Review IEPs and procedural safeguards with parents, students and staff.
    • Monitor, evaluate and document each student's progress utilizing appropriate measurements.
    • Promote an environment respecting the dignity of the student.
    • Teach, monitor, and collaborate with educational personnel, community agencies, parent/guardian, and students to increase understanding of the student's needs.
    • Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising and assessing behavioral patterns.
    • Utilize appropriate corrective methods to modify behavior.
    • Develop and implement Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) where necessary.
    • Instruct students on socially acceptable behaviors and personal development skills.
    • Maintain accurate and complete records in compliance with school district regulations and legal requirements.
    • Provide continuing education and in-services for educational personnel, parents, and community based service providers.
      Actively participate in continuing education for professional development to ensure practice consistent with best practice and to meet Colorado Licensure requirements.
    • Use professional literature; evidence based research, and continuing education content to make practice decisions.
    • Use professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision-making in practice.
    • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

    BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
    Manage and maintain inventory of equipment and assessments.
    Maintain clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.
    Review services for improvements and make changes as needed to ensure quality of services.

    EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
    • Master's degree in School Psychology
    • Master's degree in Social Work
    • Bilingual - Spanish - Preferred
    • Must be knowledgeable about researched-based, effective teaching practices, and state content standards, curriculum, inclusive of English Language Development and bilingual education.
    LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
    • Valid Colorado Driver's License.
    • Valid Colorado Special Services License with an endorsement as a School Psychologist/School Social Worker or equivalent endorsement.
    • Cultural and Linguistically Diverse educator endorsement (Linguistically Diverse Educator)- Preferred

    GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
    Is flexible.
    Has advanced computer/technology skills.
    Has the ability to work with students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
    Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
    Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
    Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
    Has the ability to effectively communicate with the School District community.
    Has the ability to analyze, instruct, negotiate, coordinate, communicate, problem solve and use interpersonal skills.
    Has the ability to compare, compute, synthesize and evaluate.
    Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions.
    Provide support to homeless youth and families.
    Maintain confidentiality.
    Maintain a generally positive attitude.
    Observe all District policies and procedures.
    Adhere to federal and state legislation, regulation, and policies.

    ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 10 (ten) pounds
    Occasional lifting of up fifty (50) pounds.
    Frequent sitting, bending, walking, and standing.
    Occasional stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:
    Mostly clean and comfortable.
    The work environment is high energy.
    Physical restraint may be necessary to provide safety for students and others.
    May encounter noise, odors or bodily fluids.

    REPORTS TO:
    Director of Student Services or designee.

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