School Psychologist or PHD Psychologist Evaluator Hudson Valley, NY

JOB HR; New York (NY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking passionate professionals to join their team in supporting children with special needs. This role involves conducting psychological evaluations and providing essential recommendations for interventions. You will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with families and therapists to enhance children's independence and quality of life. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive atmosphere, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. If you are dedicated to helping others and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (25-28 days)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Team Building Events

Incentive Program

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology and NYS Licensed or Limited Permit Psychologist required.
• Experience with children on the autism spectrum is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological evaluations and write comprehensive reports.
• Provide recommendations and assist in designing interventions.
• Maintain communication with supervisors, employees, and families.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Empathy and consideration for others

Ability to function in a high-paced environment

Education

Doctoral Degree in Psychology

NYS Licensed or Limited Permit Psychologist

Tools

ADOS-2

Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence-Fourth Edition

Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development-Fourth Edition

Conners Early Childhood Behavior Rating Scales

Behavior Assessment System for Children-3

Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales

Job description

Hudson Valley, NY

Family of Kidz is hiring and has immediate openings! If you enjoy working with children in an engaging and high-energy environment, apply now!

Details about this opportunity:

• Location: Putnam and/or Dutchess County, NY
• Status: Part-Time, Fee for Service or Full time Potential
• Compensation: $175-$400/evaluation

What we have to offer YOU:

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days!)
• 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Legal and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological evaluations and social/developmental histories for children of various ages.
• Conduct autism diagnostic evaluations for children of various ages.
• Utilize research-based assessment tools such as the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition (ADOS-2); Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence-Fourth Edition; Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development-Fourth Edition; Conners Early Childhood Behavior Rating Scales; Behavior Assessment System for Children-3; Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales.
• Write a comprehensive and clear diagnostic and psychological report.
• Provide recommendations and assist therapeutic teams in designing interventions.
• Participate in treatment, feedback and team meetings.
• Maintain positive communication between supervisors, employees and families.
• Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.
• Provide group and individual counseling/parent training, as mandated by a student’s IEP.
• Participate in IEP Conferences, annual reviews and other special meetings as needed.

About You:

• Passionate to work with children, families and therapists.
• Sterling values, high integrity, and high ethical standards.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Act with humility and grace.
• Empathetic & considerate of others.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

And this background:

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology.
• NYS Licensed or Limited Permit Psychologist.
• ADOS-2 trained highly preferred.
• Experience working with or evaluating children on the autism spectrum.
• Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!

Why Join our Family?

Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.

Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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