School Psychologist unit wide

POSTION DESCRIPTION:

The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. In collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assessment and Interpretation:

Identifies and assesses the learning, development, and adjustment characteristics and needs of individuals and groups, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning and adjustment. Uses assessment data about the student and his/her environment in developing appropriate interventions and programs, entering the data In ECATS and including a written report based on assessments.  Participation in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings is expected when appropriate.

Typical evaluations include psychological, intellectual, behavioral, adaptive and educational.

1. Direct interventions for students:

Provides interventions to students to support the teaching process and to maximize learning and adjustment. Provides a planned and coordinated program of counselling as a related service per IEP requirements. Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.

1. Consultation:

 Provides consultation to the IEP team to enhance the learning and adjustment of students. Attends IEP, initial referral and MTSS meetings to help interpret data as needed.

1. Program development:

Assists staff in the planning, design, implementation and evaluation of programs, accommodations  and interventions to meet identified learning and adjustment needs. Participate in the development of functional behavioral analyses and behavioral intervention plans. Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem solving in the classroom.

1. Professional practice and development

 Applies ethics and standards of professional practice in the delivery of school psychological services and observes relevant laws and policies that govern practice. Participates in professional organizations and continually seeks to improve professional knowledge and skill.  Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff, parents, and/or community.

1. Communication and relationship skills:

Communicate effectively with students, parents and school staff.   Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.