BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent-Instructional Services, coordinate and provide psychological services to students with special needs including assessment, counseling, and consulting activities; assist administration, staff and parents in meeting the educational needs of students; attend and participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Provide psychological services to students, including assessment, counseling, and consultation activities; assist district and County Office administrators, staff and parents in meeting the educational needs of students; facilitate and participate in the referral to placement processes. Attend and participate in IEP meetings, 504 plan meetings, SST’s and parent conferences; disseminate assessment results; assist in developing individual student goals and objectives; recommend program placement; assist with the referral placement process and transition IEPs as appropriate. Evaluate students according to approved assessment plan; utilize appropriate instruments/tests, observations, records and interviews; provide scheduled review testing and additional review testing as appropriate; certify and assure students meet approval eligibility criteria for placement and services; prepare complete reports of students assessed; maintain reports and test records in confidential files; interpret assessment findings for staff, parents, and other authorized persons as necessary. Communicate and consult with special education staff, district level staff, administrators, counselors, parents, students, health services providers, and other human services professionals for the purpose of coordinating available information and services to individual students; communicate with directors to assess, prioritize and plan for program needs. Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to assigned programs, students and related services and activities; develop and implement various systems for organization of mandated paperwork and processes; prepare billings as required. Provide in-service training to parents and staff as needed. Provide counseling and crisis intervention and counseling for students and families; support staff during crisis situations. Attend workshops, conferences and in-services as directed; participate as a member of consultation and other teams or committees; make presentations as assigned. Operate a computer and other standard office equipment as assigned; drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work. OTHER DUTIES: Maintain current knowledge of trends and developments in the area of psychology, counseling or other areas of assignment. Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Techniques and methods of assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation. Principles of child development. Principles and techniques used in behavior analysis and the development of behavior intervention plans. Community agencies and referral resources. Applicable federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations including mandates related to special education programs. Report-preparation and record-keeping techniques. Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Public speaking techniques. Operation of a computer and assigned software. ABILITY TO: Coordinate and provide psychological services to special needs students including assessment, counseling, and consulting activities. Coordinate services with multiple agencies and facilitate meetings with parents and staff. Consult with team members regarding a child’s needs and education program intervention and plans. Develop and implement various systems for organization of mandated paperwork and processes. Interpret and apply policies, procedures, codes and regulations related to assigned programs and functions. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. Interact effectively and sensitively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward children. Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports in accordance with applicable standards. Maintain confidentiality of student information. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Make oral presentations. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Work independently with little direction. Plan and organize work. Meet schedules and time lines. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: master’s degree in school psychology or related field and school psychologist experience, which includes assessing and working with special needs students. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver’s license. Valid California Credential authorizing services in School Psychology. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone. Seeing to read a variety of materials. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials and assist students. HAZARDS: Occasional physical escorts and management of aggressive student behavior.