School Psychologist- Iu Countywide- 24-25 Sy - Downingtown, United States - Chester County Intermediate Unit

Chester County Intermediate Unit

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Downingtown, United States

3 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

JobID: 3284

Position Type:

Educational Specialist Position/School Psychologist on Assignment
Date Posted:

4/13/2024
Location:

IU Countywide
Closing Date:
Until filled

Vacancies currently exist for Certified School Psychologists on Assignment IU Countywide, within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit.-
Qualifications:

PDE Educational Specialist certification as a School Psychologist,
required.
Master's degree,
required.
Current police and child abuse and FBI Fingerprints required.
Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire.)

Summary of Position:

The School Psychologist provides a full range of school psychological services to children ages 021, including assessment and intervention planning, consultation and counseling, program development and systems support. The School Psychologist also functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team to determine the student's eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and ongoing evaluation and systems support, working directly with students, faculty, parents, administration, and the community at large. The School Psychologist delivers services and implements all procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and school policies and procedures and utilizes practices that are evidence based or scientifically validated.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Plans and conducts school based psychological evaluations using a variety of tools and methods for specific referral questions; including but not limited to formal and informal methods, FBA, RTI, writing reports, developing recommendations, providing resources, and providing feedback to parents and consultation to school staff.
Participates as a member of studentcentered teams such as intervention planning, Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning, evaluation of interventions, prereferral processes, FBA, Manifestation Determinations, etc.
Maintains a variety of tests and other equipment needed to conduct evaluations for referral reasons including ordering protocols, recommending the purchase of revised or new tests/tools, and maintaining security of all materials.
Consults with teachers and administrators regarding evidence based/scientifically validated interventions, intervention progress monitoring, special education eligibility, mental health disorders, program evaluation, and other psychological services.
Provides crisis intervention and serves on student assistance/emergency response teams as requested.
Maintains up to date, best practice professional skills through reading current literature, attending required trainings, actively participating in professional development.
Completes all records, reports and assignments promptly, accurately, and efficiently.
Maintains a prof?essional demeanor and appearance that adheres to organizational expectations and facilitates positive relationships with others.
Performs all duties in accordance with regulations, policies, locally adopted procedures, and ethical codes of conduct.
Participates on CCIU, school, and school district committees.
Provides training and resources on a wide variety of psychological topics including child, family, parent, and educational issues.
Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor of Assessment and Clinical Services.

Salary School Year):

$66,706 - $105,03- Master's Degree + 30 credits

Professional Staff Benefits:

Excellent medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage at mínimal cost to employee
If medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage is not needed, up to $3,296 in optout payments available annually
Wellness incentives, including fitness club reimbursement
Life insurance in amount of 1x annual salary paid by CCIU
Longterm disability insurance effective 31st day of illness/injury
Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System
Worker's Compensation
New employees accrue 10 sick days and 2 personal days annually; unlimited accumulation on sick days
Tuition reimbursement 100% up to maximum annual amount of $6,030

- much more

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 7.5 hrs/day; 194 days/year (10 month position)

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Equal Opportunity Employer
JobID: 3284

Position Type:

Educational Specialist Position/School Psychologist on Assignment
Date Posted:

4/13/2024
Location:

IU Countywide
Closing Date:
Until filled

Vacancies currently exist for Certified School Psychologists on Assignment IU Countywide, within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit.-
Qualifications:

PDE Educational Specialist certification as a School Psychologist,
required.
Master's degree,
required.
Current police and child abuse and FBI Fingerprints required.
Clearance as an MA provider by the