School Psychologist- IU Countywide- 24-25 SY

Vacancies currently exist for Certified School Psychologists on Assignment IU Countywide, within the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit.

At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success takes a team approach! We strive to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond. If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don't wait - apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!

Qualifications:

• PDE Educational Specialist certification as a School Psychologist, required.

• Master's degree, required.

• Current police and child abuse and FBI Fingerprints required.

• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire.)

Summary of Position:

The School Psychologist provides a full range of school psychological services to children ages 0-21, including assessment and intervention planning, consultation and counseling, program development and systems support. The School Psychologist also functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to determine the student's eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and on-going evaluation and systems support, working directly with students, faculty, parents, administration, and the community at large. The School Psychologist delivers services and implements all procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and school policies and procedures and utilizes practices that are evidence based or scientifically validated.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans and conducts school based psychological evaluations using a variety of tools and methods for specific referral questions; including but not limited to formal and informal methods, FBA, RTI, writing reports, developing recommendations, providing resources, and providing feedback to parents and consultation to school staff.

• Participates as a member of student-centered teams such as intervention planning, Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning, evaluation of interventions, pre-referral processes, FBA, Manifestation Determinations, etc.

• Maintains a variety of tests and other equipment needed to conduct evaluations for referral reasons including ordering protocols, recommending the purchase of revised or new tests/tools, and maintaining security of all materials.

• Consults with teachers and administrators regarding evidence based/scientifically validated interventions, intervention progress monitoring, special education eligibility, mental health disorders, program evaluation, and other psychological services.

• Provides crisis intervention and serves on student assistance/emergency response teams as requested.

• Maintains up to date, best practice professional skills through reading current literature, attending required trainings, actively participating in professional development.

• Completes all records, reports and assignments promptly, accurately, and efficiently.

• Maintains a prof?essional demeanor and appearance that adheres to organizational expectations and facilitates positive relationships with others.

• Performs all duties in accordance with regulations, policies, locally adopted procedures, and ethical codes of conduct.

• Participates on CCIU, school, and school district committees.

• Provides training and resources on a wide variety of psychological topics including child, family, parent, and educational issues.

• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor of Assessment and Clinical Services.

Salary (2024-2025 School Year):

$66,706 - $105,039 - Master's Degree + 30 credits

Professional Staff Benefits:

• Excellent medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage at minimal cost to employee

• If medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage is not needed, up to $3,296 in opt-out payments available annually

• Wellness incentives, including fitness club reimbursement

• Life insurance in amount of 1x annual salary paid by CCIU

• Long-term disability insurance effective 31st day of illness/injury

• Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System

• Worker's Compensation

• New employees accrue 10 sick days and 2 personal days annually; unlimited accumulation on sick days

• Tuition reimbursement

• 100% up to maximum annual amount of $6,030

• ...and much more!

Schedule:

Monday

• Friday; 7.5 hrs/day; 194 days/year (10 month position)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.