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Listing of Arizona Districts with school psychologist openings
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SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST - OSBORN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Description
Department: Special Education
Salary Schedule: Psychologist
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
Under general supervision, the School Psychologist evaluates, assesses, and provides appropriate mental health and intervention services to students and staff to ensure academic success and social and emotional wellness.
Job Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Coordinates and monitors student services; conducts evaluations and assessments; reviews assessment data and prepares reports; works students, families, and other staff and agencies to develop individualized education plans and behavior intervention plans.
- Works with District staff to determine appropriate placement for eligible special education students.
- Provides mental health services to students in the form of daily check-ins and small group or individual behavior support.
- Performs threat assessments surrounding threats of self-harm, harm to others, or suicide; monitors and provisions direct services according to safety and support plans developed from assessments.
- Conducts academic screenings and assessments to place students in appropriate programs.
- Consults and coordinates with other District and school staff to promote engagement and motivate students.
- Attend and participates in continuing education to maintain certifications and stay abreast of current trends and developments in child psychology.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
- Preparing clear and concise reports.
- Maintaining composure in stressful and emergency situations.
- Interacting professionally with District staff and outside agencies.
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Evaluating and mitigating crisis situations.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Operating a computer and related software.
Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in Educational Psychology or related field AND successful completion of a supervised internship of 1200 hours; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver’s license is required.
A valid IVP fingerprint clearance card is required.
Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer and related software, fax machine, and copy machine.