School Psychologist

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

1.0   FTE - DISTRICT

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AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1, 2012

THE POSITION

 

To provide CST and case management services to include crisis intervention counseling services. Experience preferred; knowledge of NJ State Special Education Code and ability to conduct functional assessments.

 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

 

1.            NJ School Psychologist Certificate required.

2.            Previous CST and case manager experience preferred.

3.            Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

4.            Required criminal history background check.

5.            Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE	SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST CHILD STUDY TEAM MEMBER
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS	NJ School Psychologist Certification Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education Demonstrate an effective ability to provide formal and informal testing, psychological evaluation and general counseling services Strong interpersonal and communication skills Required criminal history check and physical exam and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status Demonstrate an effective ability to work as a team member Demonstrate an effective ability to complete paperwork in a timely fashion as regulated by district and state policy Ability to move between and provide service to students in district and students out of district placements
REPORTS TO	Director of Planning and Assessment
JOB GOAL(S)	· To provide school psychologist and case manager services to classified students in the South Orange & Maplewood School District · To assist school personnel in helping students learn behavior, subject matter, and/or skills that will contribute to their development into mature, able, and responsible adults

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.	Provide counseling services to students, parents & staff, and, as needed, make referrals to appropriate community resources
2.	Identify students’ social and emotional needs
3.	Provide consultation to school personnel relating to the emotional/social well being of students
4.	Assist in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars
5.	Inform the staff and community of mental health services available in the district
6.	Serve as a consultant to parents, school personnel, and community groups on child development and mental health topics
7.	Ensure provision of service to classified and potentially classified pupils to whom this individual is assigned as case manager, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:14
8.	Serve as a member of the Child Study Team
9.	Conduct formal and informal psychological evaluations and compose reports detailing results
10.	Provide crisis intervention within the school building
11.	Maintain contact with parent/guardian of assigned students
12.	Maintain current records of services provided and cases assigned
13.	Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Director of Planning and Assessment

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 10 months

Salary as per SOMEA Agreement