Certified School Psychologist

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

Immokalee, FL

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem-solving meetings.

2. Provide individual, group, and family therapy per IEP requirements.

3. Monitor completion of case study evaluations and participate in IEP conferences and problem solving meetings.

4. Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans.

5. Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.

6. Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodations for students.

7. Evaluate and/or translate research into practice and understand research design and statistics in sufficient depth to plan and conduct investigations and program evaluations for improvement of services.

8. Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem solving in the classroom.

9. Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed.

10. Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.

11. Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff, parents, and/or community.

12. Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including recertification for CPI, workshops, in-services, professional reading materials, and/or other available offerings.

13. Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.

14. Participate in building or program activities and meetings as appropriate.

Master’s Degree with a concentration in School Psychology or related field and training equivalent to a one year school psychology internship. Basic computer skills required (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email). Ability to regularly travel to school sites as needed to meet with and provide services to students and families. Eligible for Florida School Psychologist Certification or Florida school psychology licensure from the Department of Health as defined in Chapter 490 F.S., and Florida driver’s license.