School Psychologist

Upson Regional Medical Center; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health care provider as a School Psychologist, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting students with special needs. This position involves conducting assessments, collaborating with educators and parents, and contributing to the development of effective intervention strategies. You'll be part of a dedicated team, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive academically and emotionally. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and possess the necessary qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and excel in your career.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for required certification.
• Ability to perform tasks involving physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and reevaluations.
• Communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Participate in program decisions for students with disabilities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work with students and parents

Knowledge of psychometric assessment

Time management

Differential diagnosis

Education

Certification in School Psychology

Job description

Job Title: School Psychologist

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Location: Thomaston, GA

Role Overview

Reports to: SPED Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Contract Days: 190 days

Retirement: TRS

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond appropriately and within federal and state guidelines to referrals for initial psychological assessment and reevaluation of children in special education programs.
• Demonstrate a competent understanding of the psychometric characteristics of various assessment instruments.
• Conduct consultative meetings with parents, teachers, and students.
• Communicate assessment results and recommendations verbally and in written reports.
• Participate in eligibility and program decisions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Contribute to professional development activities.
• Recommend appropriate remedial and intervention procedures.
• Manage time and resources effectively.
• Provide differential diagnosis for intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional/behavioral disorders.
• Maintain valid and appropriate licenses, certificates, or credentials as required.
• Adhere to work schedules, attendance requirements, safety procedures, and legal and policy standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for required certification.
• Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• High integrity, excellent character, and a good professional reputation.
• Adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Ability to perform tasks involving standing, walking, sitting, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Effective communication skills, including vision, hearing, and verbal/written abilities.
• Ability to supervise students, especially during emergencies.

Additional Notes

Job descriptions summarize essential duties but do not list all tasks. Employees are expected to perform all assigned tasks and report unlawful assignments. Duties are not ranked by importance.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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