School Psychologist

The Psychologist is responsible for the diagnosis or evaluation of mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests, and formulates and administers appropriate programs of treatment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
 Selecting, administering, and scoring appropriate psychological tests as well as interpreting test results and preparing psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.
 Compiles and interprets students’ test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions, and to help assess eligibility for special services.
 Develops individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members and counsel’s children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.
 Serves as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss the School Psychologist will assess an individual child’s needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.
 Provides consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.
 Other responsibilities include maintaining student records, including special education reports, confidential records, and records of services provided, and behavioral data preserving legal and organizational regulatory guidelines as well as collaborating with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.
 Collects and analyzes data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems while promoting an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.
Master’s degree in School Psychology required. Ph.D. in clinical psychology preferred, along with minimum of three years working with severely disturbed children. Certification in NYS as a School Psychologist required. Candidates must have a valid NY State Driver’s License and must meet agency driving and insurance standards.