Diagnostician/ School Psychologist at Central Consolidated School District in Shiprock, NM

Job description

Position: School Psychologist Supervisor: Director of Student Support Services Work Site: Central Consolidated Administrative Complex or Assigned School Summary: Improve the academic and behavioral performance of students through the provision of assessment and consultative services to the local education agencies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct psychological and psycho-educational assessments to include fair and non-discriminatory evaluation of the areas of: personality; emotional status; social skills and adjustment; intelligence and cognitive functioning; scholastic aptitude; functional and adaptive behavior; language and communication skills; academic knowledge and achievement; sensory and perceptual-motor functioning; family, environmental, and cultural influences; level of acculturation; career and vocational development; aptitude; and interests in a timely manner. Prepare psychological and psychoeducational assessment reports to include summary of pertinent pre-diagnostic information, summary of test administered and results, student strengths and weaknesses and suggested areas of appropriate intervention, complete minimum of 75 evaluation per school year. Attend required Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), Eligibility, Review of Existing Evaluation Data(REED), Reevaluation, Manifestation Determination Review meetings, parent conferences, teacher conferences and in-service training. Maintain information relative to education assessments, state and federal regulations and district requirements and competency level relative to school psychology and diagnostic procedures. Collaborate and provide consultation with families, school personnel, and community-based professionals in designing, implementing, and evaluating interventions that effectively respond to the educational and mental health needs of students to improve performance and success. Utilize formal assessments, procedures, and techniques such as interviews, observations, and behavioral evaluations. Provide risk assessment to referred students in the district Attend scheduled staff meetings and committee meetings as required Provide consultation to school personnel to develop academic and behavioral intervention strategies to improve student performance and success. Communicate timely, accurately, and effectively with parents and staff; provide assistance and support for students in a variety of educational settings. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Promote an environment/climate conducive to productive performance. Plan for and manage the resources for which he/she is responsible: Supplies and materials, equipment, caseloads, and time. Use supervision, staff development, and performance evaluation to improve student support. ? Participate in case staffing as requested by the supervisor. ? Maintain knowledge of most current and relevant developments in the field of school psychology and special education as it pertains to this job description. ? Possess knowledge of current assessment tools recommended for use with a multicultural student population. ? Possess or develop cross-cultural assessment skills that are applicable in a multicultural setting. Provide psychological counselling as required based on services if indicated in IEP. Conduct threat assessment. ? Complete and submit all necessary documents related to evaluations in accordance to federal, state, and district guidelines for compliance. Knowledgeable about each criteria requirement for every exceptionality. Knowledgeable about New Mexico standards for special education and use of TEAM Manual. Participate in and provide In-service training as requested by the supervisor. Cooperate and assist with institutions of higher education in the training of students in school psychology when appropriate. Attend workshops and in-service, to stay abreast of changes in standards, assessment strategies, and research findings. Drive from school