What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist job in Olympia, WA position at Gifted Healthcare?
The Gifted Healthcare Education Experience
Gifted Healthcare Education prioritizes your career because we know your passion for School-Based Nursing, Therapy, and Special Education drives you. With access to both Local or Travel contracts, our nationwide partnerships offer you the flexibility to choose where, when, and how you’ll help change the lives of the individuals you work compassionately alongside. With hundreds of opportunities, from large school systems to small districts, rural towns or urban settings, we work tirelessly to find the perfect assignment for your needs and professional goals.
We strive to make a difference – join Gifted and make an impact in your career!
Responsibilities
School Psychologists conduct formal psychological evaluations of students for special education eligibility, planning, placement and consultation. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Administer psychological tests of intelligence, personality, neuropsychological processing, achievement, and development to determine student diagnosis
- Observe students in the classroom as well as conduct interviews with parents and school personnel to learn the full scope of a student’s needs
- Provide a continuum of mental and behavioral health services, including individual and group counseling, behavioral coaching, positive behavioral supports, and parent education
Certifications
- Master’s degree
