School Psychologist Intern

Primary Purpose

Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a School Psychology or School Specialist Master's Degree Program from an accredited university, or have a degree conferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subjects
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• One year of experience providing psychology services in an educational setting or one year of externship/practicum experience.

Responsibilities

Assessment

• Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students.
• Determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations.
• Develop psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans.
• Conduct or participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
• May serve as case manager and implement the special education assessment process for students on assigned campuses.

Consultation

• Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results.
• Conduct group, individual, and family counseling sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed problems.
• Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students, interpretation of assessment data, and implementation of behavior intervention plans in managing disruptive students.
• Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed.
• Present staff development training in assigned schools to enable school personnel to identify and work more effectively with students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.

Program Management

• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings.
• Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Intern will be assigned a district School Psychologist Supervisor for one calendar year.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

• Personal computer and peripherals

Posture

• Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

• Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension

Lifting

• Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or more), and positioning of students with physical disabilities

Environment

• Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
• May require district-wide travel

Mental Demands

• Work with frequent interruptions
• Maintain emotional control under pressure

Benefits

• The District contributes $330 monthly to the cost of employee-only health insurance, which is $105 monthly greater than the state-required amount of $225/month.
• All employees in this position receive free access to any Next Level Urgent Care.

Pay

Starting at $53,842

Schedule

197 days