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JOB CHARACTERISTICS: The School Psychologist works as a team member in
the screening and assessment of students referred to Consultation
Services. Follow-up teacher consultation is provided as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Demonstrates ability to administer tests in accord
with certification appropriate to the referred student. 2. Demonstrates
ability to coordinate into written report the information gathered from
teachers, parents, other agencies, and Consultation Services evaluation.
3. Demonstrates ability to work harmoniously with other agencies, school
district personnel, parents, and other staff members. 4. Demonstrates
better than average communication skills. 5. Works harmoniously with
other employees and deals tactfully with the public. 6. Demonstrates a
thorough knowledge and understanding of child development, maladaptive
behavior, behavior management, and classroom discipline. 7. Demonstrates
ability to respect confidential information. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: 1.
Master's Degree in School Psychology, or related field. 2. Oregon
School Psychologist personnel certification. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1.
Acts as a consultant to regular class teachers, including communication
of programming procedures and management systems based on assessment
information. 2. Utilizes active listening skills and creates a trust
relationship with the regular teacher. 3. Is well acquainted with
psychological and diagnostic tools and uses them according to skills and
title. 4. Administers appropriate tests and writes the appropriate
sections for the evaluation report. 5. Follows Consultation Services
procedures for screening, assessments, and follow-up. 6. Participates in
meetings with other staff members and parents to share evaluation
reports. 7. Participates in IFSP and IEP meetings as required. 8. Works
closely with other specialists to provide the best possible service to
students. 9. Makes in-service presentations as deemed necessary by the
Coordinator. 10. Makes appropriate suggestions for materials purchased
by Consultation Services. 11. Helps in the initiation of remediation.
This may be in the form of written report, teacher training, observation
and data, or any other means for providing services. 12. Is familiar
with the basic teacher formats used in the employer service area. 13. Is
familiar with teacher formats and new technology appropriate for school
remediation. 14. Is aware of each school system's available resources
(personnel, support services, community resources, materials, etc.). 15.
Is willing to become knowledgeable of various curriculums used in the
county, their strengths and weaknesses. 16. Maintains confidentiality of
student records and of employer staff, and complies with state and
federal regulations regarding privacy. 17. Maintains regular attendance
in order to preserve the continuity of service delivery for the program.
18. Meets standards for competent and ethical performance as outlined in
OAR 584-020-0035. For full job description please visit the website.
Salary: $57,699 $91,892 Location: Coos and Curry Counties
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