School-based Psychologist

Pediatric Developmental Services; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Unlimited CEUs

Materials stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services is seeking a School Psychologist to support students and families within our national network. The role focuses on counseling, evaluating student needs, and contributing to IEP development and team discussions.

The candidate should hold a Master's in Psychology and be eligible for or have an endorsement as a School Psychologist, with experience in pediatric mental health and strong collaboration skills with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology is required and an endorsement as a School Psychologist is preferred.
• Experience or training in pediatric mental health is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently with ethical accountability and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing counseling services to students and families.
• Participating in MTSS for students with social/emotional/behavioral needs and in IEP development.
• Collaborating with families, staff, and external agencies to support student development.
• Ensuring documentation and meetings follow federal/state/local timelines and safeguards.

Skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

Endorsement as School Psychologist

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a School Psychologist. Join our team today and help us continue our mission to positively impact the lives of children and communities across the nation!

NCSP or State School Psychologist license required

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Licensure reimbursement

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing counseling services to students and their parents.
• Participate in a multi-tiered system of support for students with social/emotional and behavioral needs, including participation in inter-disciplinary meetings to evaluate and discuss the diagnosis and treatment of students.
• Participating in initial IEP and annual IEP development as appropriate.
• Collaborate with and coach families and staff, during weekly team meetings and follow-up meetings, to support social and emotional development.

• Adhere to federal/state/local procedures for record keeping, eligibility documentation, timelines and procedural safeguards.
• Develop and maintain a schedule to ensure compliance with all required meetings and services.

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Psychology.
• Has obtained or is eligible for an endorsement as a School Psychologist as prescribed in the bylaws of the State Department of Education.
• Experience or specialized training in the field of pediatric mental health is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and maintain ethical and accountability standards.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills, and communicates effectively and courteously both verbally and in writing.
• Has the ability to coordinate activities and work effectively with professional staff, support staff, parents, and representatives from agencies outside the school system.

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including school psychologists, speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.