Coordinator of Psychological Services 2025-26

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POSITION PROPERTIES

PURPOSE

The coordinator of psychological services for the special services department oversees the evaluation process to ensure compliance and best practices. This position also serves to oversee the delivery of mental health services by coordinating outreach services and social work services, and by closely collaborating with district and community partners.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Supervision of School Psychologists and Psychological Examiners – performance evaluations, recruitment/hiring, annual position assignments, professional development, collaboration, budgeting, case reviews.

• Supervision of Educational Diagnosticians – performance evaluations, recruitment/hiring, annual position assignments, professional development, collaboration, budgeting.

• Supervision of Social Workers for Special Services – performance evaluations, recruitment/hiring, professional development, collaboration.

• Coordination of Outreach Counselors – professional development, collaboration, crisis response coordination, practicum coordination, recruitment/hiring.

• Mental Health Consultation and Collaboration – assist with creation/revision of policy/procedures, partner with community agencies, collaboration with school counseling directors, development of MOUs, oversee MU psychiatry fellows.

• Coordination of Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs).

• Participate in departmental leadership meetings and professional growth activities.

• Incorporate the vision and goals of the special services department into practice.

• Follow all policies and procedures of the school district.

Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To:        Reports to Executive Director of Special Services;  Supervises: School Psychologists, Psychological Examiners, Educational Diagnosticians, Special Services Social Workers

Supervises:        School Psychologists, Psychological Examiners, Educational Diagnosticians, Special Services Social Workers

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:         Specialist or doctoral degree in school psychology or related field; Missouri certificate for K-12 school psychologist.

Preferred:          Evidence of successful leadership skills; supervisory experience; extensive knowledge and experience with evaluations and mental health service delivery in the public school system.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Language: Read and interpret documents; Write routine reports; Communicate instructions to employees Present information to staff and administrators; Respond appropriately to questions; Keep information confidential as required by law, policy, or the nature of a particular situation.

Computation: Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations; Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference, and analyze data; Demonstrate the analytical skills necessary to resolve complex situations.

Reasoning: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations; Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information; Receive and resolve complaints;  Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; Demonstrate a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, timeliness, and logic.

Technology: Demonstrate strong computer skills including word processing, and working with spreadsheets and databases; understand and submit online reports; Learn new systems and software.      

Physical: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, lifting up to 10 pounds on a regular basis, and considerable dexterity in operating office equipment; Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Sensory: This position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking.

Other Skills: Demonstrate strong interpersonal and non-verbal communication skills; Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills; manage multiple tasks simultaneously; Maintain collegial working relationships with staff.

Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $76,277 - $93,629