School Psychologist - Herkimer, United States - Herkimer BOCES

Description

School Psychologist JobID: 5122

• Position Type:

Itinerant Services/ Related Services Provider

• Date Posted:

6/13/2023

• Location:

HCS Herkimer Elementary

• Date Available:

09/01/2023

• Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST (.8- Herkimer, .2- Poland) Position DescriptionThe School Psychologist reports to the program administrator.

This position is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations.

The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students' social, emotional, and educational success.

In collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments. Essential Functions

• Conduct psychological assessments, triennial assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy per IEP requirements.
• Monitor completion of case study evaluations and participate in IEP conferences and problem- solving meetings.
• Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans.
• Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.
• Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodations for students.
• Evaluate and/or translate research into practice and understand research design and statistics in sufficient depth to plan and conduct investigations and program evaluations for improvement of services.
• Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem- solving in the classroom.
• Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed.
• Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.
• Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff, parents, and/or community.
• Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including recertification for CPI, workshops, in-services, professional reading materials, and/or other available offerings at the BOCES.
• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.
• Participate in building or program activities and meetings as appropriate.

Additional Duties

• Assume appropriate roles as adult model, behavior manager and educator.
• Continue professional growth.
• Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods of assessment; systematic processes to collect data, translate assessment results into empirically based decisions about service delivery and evaluate outcomes of services.
• Knowledge of learning processes, appropriate instructional interventions to meet students' needs, and the ability to implement and assess their effectiveness.
• Knowledge of behavioral mental health, collaborative and/or consultation models and methods and their application.
• Participate in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and techniques.

Certification/License

• Valid Certificate and License in School Psychology
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

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