Overview
Join our dynamic educational team as a School Psychologist, where your expertise will empower students to reach their full potential. In this vital role, you will conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, develop individualized education plans (IEPs), and provide essential mental health support to students across diverse backgrounds. Your work will foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes both academic success and emotional well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents while collaborating closely with educators, families, and healthcare professionals.
Duties
- Conduct psychological testing and diagnostic evaluations to assess cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s unique needs.
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions focused on child & family counseling, behavior management, social skills development, and crisis intervention.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to create effective behavioral health strategies and safety plans that support student success.
- Offer crisis management services during emergencies or behavioral incidents, ensuring student safety and well-being.
- Assist in early intervention programs by conducting intake assessments and coordinating case management efforts for students with disabilities or developmental delays.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation, medical records, and detailed reports in compliance with school policies and legal requirements.
Experience
- Proven experience working with children in educational or clinical settings, ideally within a school environment.
- Strong background in special education, including working with individuals with disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or developmental disabilities.
- Expertise in psychological testing, diagnostic evaluation, and applying behavioral health interventions like applied behavior analysis (ABA).
- Familiarity with IEP development, case management, conflict management, and social work principles related to school psychology.
- Demonstrated ability to manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention techniques and conflict resolution skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology related to patient care and experience documenting medical records accurately.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support student success through psychotherapy, social work practices, and behavioral health strategies. This role is ideal for passionate professionals committed to fostering positive change in children’s lives through comprehensive psychological support and innovative intervention strategies.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
