What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Psychologist - 2025-2026 School Year position at Butler County Educational Service Centre?
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Butler County Educational Service Center
February 13, 2025
2025-2026 School Year
POSITION: Behavioral Psychologist
STARTING DATE: August 2025
SALARY: Based upon Govering Board approved Salary Schedule
WORK YEAR: Full Time - 200 Days
DEADLINE: Until Filled
APPLY TO: Apply by clicking here.
BENEFITS: Employees are eligible for some or all of the following benefits based on their position.
Medical/Dental/Vision – no waiting period. Benefits
Paid sick time
Vacation time – 15 days for year-round employees
Summers off – for all school-based employees
Holiday pay or Non-Contract days
Group Life Insurance
Savings plans – American Fidelity
Employee Assistance Program - Anthem EAP
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Public Service Loan Forgiveness
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The behavioral psychologist will provide educational coaching to staff in the areas of specialized instruction, classroom management, behavioral intervention, strategies and interventions for students identified with autism spectrum disorder, other low incidence disabilities as well as those identified students that are having significant behavioral difficulties within the classroom environment. The behavioral psychologist will assist school personnel in providing consultation services to teachers, parents and other school personnel on behavioral and academic interventions as well as facilitate mental health services with outside agencies if necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree.
Current School Psychologist Certification from Ohio Department of Education
Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory standards and district policies related to assigned functions.
Extensive knowledge of special education required as well as behavioral interventions.
Demonstrated knowledge of Special Education as well as restraint and seclusion policies and regulations.
Ability to analyze and summarize data related to assessment results and develop plans of action to address a variety of behavioral issues and concerns.
Skills necessary to provide guidance, training, modeling of behavioral practices and interventions.
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and work productively with all levels of district staff, students, parents and the general public.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and able to handle problem situations in a tactful, courteous and respectful manner.
Ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the concerns of staff/students/parents in a timely manner, and resolve problem situations in a positive manner.
Demonstrated ability to effectively serve as a leader and member of a team.
Willingness/ability to work as a team member.
Good organizational skills.
History of good job attendance.
Valid driver’s license and access to personal insured vehicle during business hours.
Must pass required criminal background checks and be free from communicable disease.
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and work year as established by the Governing Board. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non - prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel.
The Butler County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, handicap, color, sex or national origin. The regulations of Title VI, VII (Civil Rights Acts of 1984), Equal Pay act of 1963, Americans With Disabilities Act, Title IX, and the Drug free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 are followed. (If you need an accommodation to interview, contact Human Resources by the deadline.
