Educational Diagnostician I (Nash County) - Temporary

About the role

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.

Job Order

Hourly Rate of Pay: $25.63 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).

Department

This position is located at 141 Storage Road, Rocky Mount, NC. NC DHHS Division of Public Health – Rocky Mount Children’s Developmental Services Agency (CSDA) is seeking a full-time Educational Diagnostician to provide eligibility evaluations for children referred to the NC Infant-Toddler Program. The selected candidate will be needed to assist with meeting timelines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences

• General knowledge of classroom techniques and academic activities at each educational level.
• Considerable knowledge of educational measurements for children with special learning problems.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of psychology as applied to children with special problems.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in interpreting tests and appraising children's activities thus making sound recommendations and decisions.
• Ability to prepare concise narrative summaries on diagnostic findings and to interpret findings to staff planning conferences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, as well as professionals.

Minimum Education and Experience

Master's degree in special education or psychology from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor’s degree in special education or psychology from an appropriately accredited institution, and two years of experience as a school psychologist; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.