School Psychologist
School Psychologist
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Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess a Masters or Doctoral degree in School Psychology or a related field from an accredited institution. Va. Licensure in Pupil Personnel Services and certification as a school psychologist is required. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in conducting psychological assessments interpreting assessment results and providing evidencebased interventions and counseling services to students. Strong communication interpersonal and collaboration skills are essential. Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational or clinical setting is preferred. Candidates should have knowledge of special education laws and regulations as well as experience in multidisciplinary team collaboration and consultation.
DESCRIPTION
The School Psychologist is integral in supporting the academic socialemotional and behavioral needs of students within the school setting. This role involves conducting psychological assessments providing counseling services collaborating with school staff and families and contributing to the development of positive learning environments.
GENERAL DUTIES (May not include all duties performed)
- Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate students cognitive academic socialemotional and behavioral functioning.
- Interpret assessment results and communicate findings to parents teachers and other stakeholders to inform educational planning and intervention strategies.
- Provide individual and group counseling services to students to address academic behavioral and emotional concerns and promote socialemotional development.
- Collaborate with teachers administrators and support staff to develop and implement interventions and accommodations for students with diverse learning needs.
- Consult with parents teachers and other professionals to address academic and behavioral challenges and facilitate student success.
- Participate in the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans for students with disabilities.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to students and families during times of emotional distress or behavioral crisis.
- Facilitate workshops training sessions and parent education programs on topics related to mental health behavior management and socialemotional learning.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of assessments counseling sessions and interventions ensuring compliance with privacy laws and ethical standards.
- Stay current with research and best practices in school psychology and participate in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION
Work is performed under the direction of the Supervisor of Pupil Personnel and the Director of Student Services.
WORK CONDITIONS
This position typically operates within the school setting including offices classrooms and meeting spaces. The psychologist may conduct assessments and counseling sessions in private or group settings depending on student needs. The work environment may involve exposure to students with diverse backgrounds and experiences as well as occasional challenging behaviors or emotional situations. The psychologist may need to travel between school sites or attend meetings outside of regular school hours as part of their responsibilities. Additionally the psychologist may participate in schoolwide initiatives professional development activities and interdisciplinary team meetings to support the overall mission and goals of the school. Work requires frequent standing sitting walking and lifting up to 25 pounds. Work requires assignments involving a great deal of interactions with people as well as meeting frequent deadlines.
LOCATION
Central Office
SALARY RANGE
$72758 $115393 12 month position)
*The salary noted is based on the 202324 school year. Salaries will be updated following the 202425 budget confirmation.
Employment Type
Full-Time
