Primary Purpose: Conduct counseling evaluations, functional behavior assessments, provide direct special ed counseling services, develop behavior intervention plans, support classroom teachers with behavior management strategies, for special education eligible students. Qualifications: Education/Certification: School Counseling/LPC/LSSP- preferred Valid Texas Teacher certification with at least 3 years experience working with special ed and/or challenging behavior-accepted Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions Knowledge of counseling evaluation/ services Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Major Responsibilities and Duties: Assessment Administer counseling evaluation and work the the ARD committee to determine the need for special education counseling services. Complete Functional Behavior Assessments, and develop behavior intervention plans. Participate in ARDs to help determine services and supports, manage related services paperwork. Work with general education and special education teachers on behavior management strategies and plans. Consultation Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students, interpretation of assessment data, and implementation of behavior intervention plans in managing disruptive students. Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed. Present staff development training in assigned schools to enable school personnel to identify and work more effectively with students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances. Program Management Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations. Other Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.