What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychologist (.4 FTE) position at Bethel School District?
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT
Conduct assessments (intelligence, achievement, functional, behavioral, social, emotional, and curriculum-based assessment).
Interpret results for special education eligibility and individual educational needs.
Provide case management and coordination.
Provide crisis intervention to students when appropriate.
Provide input for group and individual counseling and social skills and training as indicated on IEPs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid Washington State ESA certification in school psychology.
- Master’s Degree in Psychology or School Psychology preferred.
- Demonstrated desire and ability to collaborate through work and communication with staff, students and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Knowledge of state and federal legislation for disabilities (WAC 392-171, IDEA 2004, Section 504, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with staff, students and families.
- Evidence of leadership skills, positive human relationship skills and time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to administer standardized tests.
- Ability to lead collaboration and integration strategies.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel between buildings.
- Ability to function as an effective member of the Multi-disciplinary Team.
- Possess working knowledge of Washington State Rules and Regulations for disabled students.
- Experience working with youth involved with the justice system.
- Experience leading teams in manifestation determinations, functional behavior assessments and behavior intervention plans.
- Ability to identify individual student needs and develop effective recommendations for the multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel between buildings.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / CHARACTERISTICS
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Bethel Education Association
WAGES AND BENEFITS
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Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination : Civil Rights Compliance / Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Debbie Carlman, , 253.800.2019; Title IX Coordinator, Bryan Streleski, , 253.800.4302; and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson-Merritt, , 253.800.2301. All individuals may be reached at this address : 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) : Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint : bethelsd.org.
