School Psychologist — Pediatric Counseling & IEP Expert

Pdstherapy; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement match

CEUs

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a School Psychologist to support students, families, and schools across our network. You will provide counseling, contribute to MTSS, and participate in IEP planning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff and parents, adherence to eligibility and timelines, and maintaining accurate records. A Master’s in psychology and a state endorsement are required or pending, with pediatric mental health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology with licensure endorsement as a School Psychologist.
• Endorsement required by State Dept of Education; eligible candidates considered.
• Experience or training in pediatric mental health preferred.
• Ability to work independently with ethical standards and strong communication.

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.

Skills

Counseling

IEP development

Collaboration

Record-keeping

Communication

Coordination

Pediatric mental health

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

Endorsement as School Psychologist

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a School Psychologist to support students, families, and schools across our network. You will provide counseling, contribute to MTSS, and participate in IEP planning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff and parents, adherence to eligibility and timelines, and maintaining accurate records. A Master’s in psychology and a state endorsement are required or pending, with pediatric mental health experience preferred.