What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist - Crisis Prevention and Intervention position at Katy Independent School District?
Reports To: Coordinator-Safe and Supportive Schools Program
Duty Days: 228 Days
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: I02
Date Created: 01/2025
Qualifications:
Master's degree in counseling, social work, school psychology, or related field
Valid Texas certification or licensure in education, counseling, social work, school psychology, or related field (LPC, LMSW/LCSW, LSSP, LMHC preferred)
Minimum 3 years of experience in education, school mental health, or school safety
Ability to collaborate on a multidisciplinary team with other school professionals
Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle sensitive situations with discretion
Understanding of child and adolescent development, trauma-informed care, mental health, behavior threat assessment and management, and best practices in crisis intervention
General knowledge of local, regional, and state community resources
Primary Purpose:
The Crisis Prevention and Intervention Specialist will support campuses by providing expertise in crisis management, intervention strategies, and mental health support. This role is essential in ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with campus administration and school mental health professionals to lead postvention efforts following a student or staff death.
- Coordinate and lead the district crisis response team following a student or staff death.
- Serve on district-level crisis and safe and supportive school program teams.
- Offer guidance, resources, and support to campus mental health professionals and administrators in managing crises and implementing intervention strategies.
- Develop and oversee the implementation of district-wide prevention programs aimed at reducing incidents of violence, bullying, and other crises.
- Collaborate with district leadership to design, update, and implement district-wide crisis prevention and intervention protocols.
- Create and deliver professional development on trauma-informed care, mental health awareness, community resources, and strategies related to emotional well-being.
- Develop and provide parent and community presentations on trauma-informed care, mental health awareness, community resources, and strategies related to emotional well-being.
- Assist campuses in developing individualized crisis intervention plans for students in need.
- Coordinate systems of care to provide wraparound services to students and families to ensure alignment with the district’s vision and strategic plan.
- Collaborate with other student support offices to provide comprehensive mental health support to campuses, students, families, and staff of Katy ISD.
- Maintain accurate records of district-level interventions and follow-up actions, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with district policies.
- Coordinate with community agencies and resources to provide additional support and services to students and families across the district.
- Serve on district/campus committees as necessary.
- Attend Community Resource Coordination Group meetings.
- Follow all district, state, and federal policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical & responsible behavior.
- Other duties as assigned.
Equipment Used:
Interactive white board, computer, printer, copier, overhead projector, DVD/VCR, cellular phone, and other emerging technologies which are particularly unique to the assignment. Instructional and productivity software, as required by the assignment.
Working Conditions:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. District-wide travel. Moderate lifting and carrying 15-44 pounds weekly.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
