School Psychologist-Senior (Project)

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 36,192 - 52,671; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Public Service Loan ForgivenessProgram

State benefits

Job summary

The School Psychologist – Senior (Project Position) at the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center in Madison, WI, provides psychometric assessments, counseling, and links youth to community resources, under the Director of Student Services. This federally funded role focuses on justice-involved youth and includes a 58% FTE project assignment.

Minimum qualifications include licensure eligibility as a School Psychologist in Wisconsin and a Master’s Degree in Psychology; preferred candidates have

Qualifications

• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a School Psychologist (61 or 62) with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
• Master’s Degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychometric assessments and interpret results.
• Provide counseling and connect youth with community resources.
• Consult with staff and caregivers to support student needs.

Skills

Psychometric testing

Licensure eligibility for School Psych

Counseling skills

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

Licensure eligibility for School Psychologist (61/62)

Job description

School Psychologist – Senior (Project Position)

Position Summary
The School Psychologist – Senior provides a range of services and duties tailored to the unique educational, psychological, emotional, and mental health communication needs of justice‑involved youth. Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Services, the incumbent will conduct psychometric assessments, offer counseling, connect youth with community resources, and consult with staff and caregivers. The role is based at the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center in Madison, WI, and is part of a federally funded project titled “Transforming systems so that justice‑involved youth can thrive.”

Project Details
• Project position (58% FTE) funded through a federal innovation grant, ending November 30, 2029.
• Wisconsin residency required; position is not permanent civil‑service.
• Standard first‑shift hours Monday–Friday.

Salary and Benefits
• Classification: School Psychologist – Senior.
• Hourly rate: $30.00–$43.66 (approximately $36,192–$52,671 per year, prorated for 0.58 FTE).
• Pay schedule 12, range 63.
• One‑year probationary period.
• Eligibility for health insurance and other state benefits, including the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Qualifications
Minimally Qualified:

• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a School Psychologist (61 or 62) with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
• Master’s Degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing culturally responsive services to students from diverse racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience with psychological testing and interpretation for incarcerated individuals.
• Experience with behavior‑management or modification techniques.

Legal and Background Requirements
• Criminal background check required prior to hire.
• TB screen required prior to start.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Wisconsin is an equal‑opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal history, in accordance with legal requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Department are met, with next review after July 6, 2026.