What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at E-Therapy?
Job Title: School Psychologist
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled School Psychologist to join our dynamic team at E-Therapy. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing comprehensive psychological services to students, collaborating with school teams to support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and positive behavior.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychoeducational assessments and evaluations to identify students' academic, cognitive, social-emotional, and behavioral strengths and needs.
- Interpret assessment results and communicate findings clearly and understandably to students, families, teachers, and school staff.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and academic interventions based on assessment data and students' educational needs.
- Provide counseling and psychotherapy services to students individually and in group settings to address social-emotional concerns, behavioral challenges, and mental health issues impacting learning and well-being.
- Consult with teachers, parents, and school staff to provide strategies and interventions to support students' academic, social, and emotional development in the classroom and school environment.
- Conduct crisis intervention and support students and families in crisis or emergency situations, collaborating with school administrators and community resources as needed.
- Participate in school-wide initiatives and professional development activities related to school climate, positive behavior supports, social-emotional learning, and mental health promotion.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of psychological assessments, counseling sessions, consultation meetings, and other relevant documentation.
Qualifications:
- Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited program.
- Current state licensure or certification as a School Psychologist.
- Previous experience working as a School Psychologist in a school or educational setting (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of psychological assessment measures, testing procedures, and diagnostic criteria.
- Excellent understanding of special education laws, regulations, and best practices related to the provision of psychological services in schools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, school staff, and related service providers.
- Proficiency in assessment, counseling, and intervention techniques.
- Experience in teletherapy or online counseling services (preferred).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer: E-Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
