Specifications include, but are not limited to: The selected consultant(s) will provide the following services at one or more schools in the St. Mary’s County Public Schools system. ● Administers psychological tests and analyzes the results of psychological evaluation in regard to its significance to the educational setting. ● Prepares reports outlining identified educational concerns, diagnostic evaluation, and recommended remedial measures for identified educational concerns. ● Participates as a member of the Pupil Services/504 Teams (PST/504), and Individualized Education Program (IEP) Teams, and other teams as appropriate. ● Works collaboratively with other professionals. ● Provides direct mental health services to include psychosocial assessments and individual/family therapy/group counseling to assigned students. ● Conducts classroom observations as needed to assess problematic behaviors and other areas of concern. ● Maintains regular and ongoing contact with the parent/guardian of each student. ● Coordinates with teachers to assist with implementation of interventions that address challenging behaviors in the classroom. ● Collaborates with school staff to create action plans as a response to interventions ● Maintains and adheres to COMAR and HIPAA regulations regarding documentation and educational records, as well as the NASP Ethics Principles and Code of Conduct ● Makes referrals as appropriate. ● Maintains strict confidentiality according to federal and state guidelines and requirements ● Responsible for traveling to and from multiple school sites as required by student need.
