POST Hudson Valley: School Psychologist

Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic School Psychologist for per diem employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Immediate positions are available throughout Hudson Valley.     Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994.  Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY, and has grown to provide a range of services throughout all of New York State and New Jersey. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.   Job Duties and Responsibilities:   Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly. Test and evaluate child’s abilities to determine realistic goals. Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system. Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports. Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations. Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.   Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Master's degree in School Psychology required; along with minimum of two years working with children in special education. Certification in NYS as a School Psychologist required. Knowledge and experience administering standardized testing in the following areas: cognitive, achievement, behavioral/social-emotional and adaptive skills. Experience using Frontline (formerly IEP Direct) to assist in developing IEPs.   Benefits for this position: ·         Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions ·         Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws ·         Mentoring is offered to all providers ·         Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited  through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE ·         Flexible scheduling ·         Work with a Team of professionals that care about making a difference ·         Payment is biweekly with direct deposit   Pay Rate:   Evaluations - Psychological - $180 Social History $125 Observation $40 Lead Evaluator $25/evaluation CPSE meetings $25   Liberty POST is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.   Liberty POST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $25 - $180