School Psychologist

The Arc Wayne; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 53,187 - 57,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Vacation Time

Sick Time

10 Paid holidays

Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training

Bereavement Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Job summary

The Arc Wayne is seeking a School Psychologist to join Roosevelt Children's Center to support assessments, evaluations, and IEP development for children birth to five in various settings.

The role involves collaborating with families and a multidisciplinary team within a child-centered program in New York.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in School Psychology is required.
• NYS certification in School Psychology is required.
• Experience/Knowledge of Developmental Disabilities is preferred.
• Experience/Knowledge of Early Childhood Development is preferred.
• A valid New York State driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary evaluation team with responsibility for completing evaluations of children including social histories, record reviews, and observations of students in preschool/natural environments.
• May conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) as necessary. Collaborates to support completion of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) if required based on the results of an FBA. Monitors the BIP and assists the classroom teacher in completing regular progress updates.
• Attends CPSE meetings to review results, discuss eligibility and develop IEPs as required.
• Attends weekly evaluation and support team meetings.
• Maintains ongoing interactions and provides consultation time for special education teachers and therapists. This includes conducting classroom observations and providing feedback to teachers on behavior management strategies.
• Completes required paperwork for documentation and billing purposes.
• Participates in team meetings for each student in the caseload for the purpose of assessment, comprehensive program planning, information sharing, and carryover of goals in all skill areas.
• Provides IEP services to children and parents such as Parent Education and Training.
• Facilitates a working relationship with families. Provides support and encouragement, as well as training/education as required.
• Provides ongoing education and training to classroom staff on techniques and strategies useful for a variety of social/emotional and behavioral needs in children.
• Consults with staff, parents, physicians, CPSEs, and other professionals as to any changes involving students' needs and programs.
• Attends in-service workshops and appropriate conferences and/or completes self-study and mentoring for ongoing professional development to maintain certification.
• Maintains confidentiality and respect for all students, their family members, and co-workers. Maintains appropriate professional and personal boundaries including on social media.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's Degree in School Psychology

NYS certification in School Psychology

New York State driver's license

Experience/Knowledge of Developmental Disabilities

Experience/Knowledge of Early Childhood Development

Job description

The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services.

Roosevelt Children's Center has a long history of providing extraordinary dedication and expertise guiding healthy development for children birth to five years old in a variety of home, community and center based options.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 10 Paid holidays
• Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• And so much more!

School Psychologist Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm with flexibility to meet program needs

A Day In The Life Of a School Psychologist

• Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary evaluation team with responsibility for completing evaluations of children including social histories, record reviews, and observations of students in preschool/natural environments.
• May conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) as necessary. Collaborates to support completion of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) if required based on the results of an FBA. Monitors the BIP and assists the classroom teacher in completing regular progress updates.
• Attends CPSE meetings to review results, discuss eligibility and develop IEPs as required.
• Attends weekly evaluation and support team meetings.
• Maintains ongoing interactions and provides consultation time for special education teachers and therapists. This includes conducting classroom observations and providing feedback to teachers on behavior management strategies.
• Completes required paperwork for documentation and billing purposes.
• Participates in team meetings for each student in the caseload for the purpose of assessment, comprehensive program planning, information sharing, and carryover of goals in all skill areas.
• Provides IEP services to children and parents such as Parent Education and Training.
• Facilitates a working relationship with families. Provides support and encouragement, as well as training/education as required.
• Provides ongoing education and training to classroom staff on techniques and strategies useful for a variety of social/emotional and behavioral needs in children.
• Consults with staff, parents, physicians, CPSEs, and other professionals as to any changes involving students' needs and programs.
• Attends in-service workshops and appropriate conferences and/or completes self-study and mentoring for ongoing professional development to maintain certification.
• Maintains confidentiality and respect for all students, their family members, and co-workers. Maintains appropriate professional and personal boundaries including on social media.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Who We Are Looking For

• Master's Degree in School Psychology
• NYS certification in School Psychology (Public School Teacher Certificate- Certification areas School Psychology).
• Experience/Knowledge of Developmental Disabilities.
• Experience/Knowledge of Early Childhood Development.
• Must possess a current, valid New York State driver's license that meets the Agency driver standards.

Vision And Core Values

• Respect
• Integrity
• Diversity
• Innovation
• Empowerment

Salary: $53187 - $57210 per year