[Hiring] School Psychologist @LIFELONG LEARNING ADMINISTRATION CO

Role Description

This role involves working with a diverse group of students to support their growth and development under the direction of the Psychological Services Coordinator.

• Perform observation, assessment, and identification of psychological, behavioral, and educational needs of students.
• Develop and implement effective interventions and instructional approaches.
• Provide educationally related mental health services to students and families.
• Consult and collaborate with school team members in planning and evaluating school programs.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Determine eligibility for and recommend special education services and programs.
• Write assessment reports concerning psychological observations and findings.
• Coordinate and participate in multi-disciplinary assessments of students.
• Monitor student progress through classroom observations and communications.
• Develop and conduct in-service training sessions for parents, faculty, and staff.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance regarding psychological and educational issues.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings and collaborate on IEPs, BSPs, and BIPs.
• Ensure compliance with educational standards and regulations.
• Communicate with school personnel and outside agencies to resolve issues.
• Provide professional development for special education and general education staff.
• Facilitate high-profile IEP meetings.
• Serve as a school representative for SELPA program reviews.
• Be a member of the school crisis team.
• Provide educationally related mental health services for required students.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of school psychology theory, child development, and crisis management.
• Knowledge of special education regulations and effective IEP writing.
• Proficiency in assessment of cognitive processes and emotional functioning.
• Ability to maintain timelines and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to synthesize and interpret diagnostic assessment data.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Requirements

• Masters Degree in School Psychology or related field required.
• Valid and/or Eligible for California Pupil Personnel Services Credential: School Psychologist.
• 1 year of experience in professional psychology duties in a school or clinical environment.
• Proficient skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required.

Physical Requirements

• Mental Demands: high workflow management and project coordination.
• Finger Dexterity: ability to make small movements such as typing.
• Talking: ability to convey detailed instructions accurately.
• Average Hearing: able to hear normal conversations.
• Average Visual Abilities: necessary to prepare or inspect documents.
• Physical Strength: sedentary work, sitting most of the time.
• Frequent multi-tasking and changing task priorities required.
• Working in a noisy, distracting environment with deadline pressures.